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Mobile

Why public Wi-Fi could be a disaster for you

Although WiFi has greatly increased convenience for laptop and smartphone users, it’s also opened up a significant number of security risks. Here’s how you can protect yourself from these threats.

August 08, 2018·3 min read
What to do when a device is lost or stolen

Realizing your mobile device has been stolen is a sickening feeling, and often one that elicits panic. As challenging...

August 08, 2018·4 min read
What is mobile ransomware?

Mobile ransomware is a form of malware that steals sensitive data or locks a device permanently and then demands payment before unlocking it or returning the data to the user. Folks are tricked into accidentally downloading it through social networking schemes, assuming that they are downloading innocent content or critical services.

August 08, 2018·4 min read
VPN for smartphones

How does a VPN for your smartphone protect your privacy? Learn how using a VPN on your smartphone, especially while using public Wi-Fi networks, can help keep your browsing activity safe and private.

August 08, 2018·3 min read

Internet of Things

What’s a Smart Home?

Smart home tech has become more accessible in recent years - and you may have already bought smart products without even realizing it.

March 05, 2022·4 min read
What is the Internet of Things?

The Internet of Things or IoT: It’s a phrase you may have seen or heard as our world grows more connected by the day. But what does it mean?

August 08, 2018·3 min read
What is a router, and how does it work?

A router is a device that communicates between the internet and the devices in your home that connect to the internet. With the right kind of router, you may be able to enjoy faster internet service, help protect your family from cyberthreats, and avoid those maddening Wi-Fi dead spots.

January 27, 2022·3 min read
What is a honeypot? How it is used in cyber security?

A honeypot is a computer or computer system intended to mimic likely targets of cyberattacks. Learn more about what a honeypot is and how it works.

August 01, 2022·3 min read

Malware

What is Grayware?

Grayware can affect your device’s performance and compromise your security online, as well as being a nuisance.

May 12, 2022·4 min read
What is cyber security? What you need to know

Cyber security is the state or process of protecting networks, devices, and programs from any type of cyber attack. Cyber security starts with users having good cyber threat defense education.

August 09, 2018·4 min read
What is a Trojan?

Borrowed from the story of the wooden horse used to trick the defenders of Troy into sneaking soldiers into their city, a Trojan Horse hides malware in what appears to be a normal file.

August 08, 2018·4 min read

Privacy

10 benefits of a VPN you might not know about

Here are some of the benefits you may be missing out on even if you’ve already got a VPN service.

August 08, 2018·3 min read
25 Mac security tips and settings

Your new Mac computer or iOS update means it’s a good time to think about security and privacy. Here’s how.

August 08, 2018·4 min read
5 tips for social media security and privacy

Social media accounts are powerful tools in the wrong hands. Weve recently seen hackers take over the Twitter accounts of media outlets and large corporations, using them for anything from basic spam...

August 08, 2018·3 min read
Are free VPNs safe? 7 things to know before using free VPNs

You might be tempted to sign up for a free VPN service. But are free VPNs safe to use? Learn more.

August 08, 2018·2 min read

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