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Top Online Scams to Be Aware of in 2025
Antivirus Jul 31, 2025
The internet is undoubtedly full of great content, hobbies, information, offers, products, and people, but there’s also a darker side to it. We might not realise it, but every day we’re exposed to threats and scams as we navigate the online world. Curiosity and trust can be exploited to lure…
With millions of active users worldwide, Avast stands as a benchmark in cybersecurity. Why? Because of the quality of its solutions, the reach of its tools and because it is a platform in continuous evolution. A platform that today, once again, places our security at the forefront by reinforcing every…
Protect your computer for less with this great security software deal. WannaCry was just the latest in a spate of high-profile cyber-attacks that are growing in size, damage and frequency. So it’s no surprise that keeping your PC safe from hacking and infection is an increasing concern for everyone. Luckily, the... Read more
Steven Frank compromised through infected version of Handbrake app. Mildly misleading headlines aside, this isn’t about pointing fingers at people who should know better. In fact, it’s the opposite: if someone with this level of technological and computing know-how can become a victim of a malware attack, then anybody... Read more
Top 5 Free VPNs
Software ReviewsVPNs April 27, 2017
Increase online privacy and cover your tracks with a Virtual Private Network (VPN). If you value your online privacy, security, and want to keep potential snoopers at bay, then a Virtual Private Network (VPN) is exactly the piece of software you need. They work by creating a private internet... Read more
Tor Browser: Private And Anonymous Browsing Made Simple
InternetPrivacy and SecuritySoftware Reviews April 26, 2017
Easy to use software for online privacy, anonymity and security. Tor Browser is perhaps the single most accessible piece of software you can use to keep your online activities private and anonymous, while at the same time enhancing your security. It’s also incredibly easy to use, using as it does, a... Read more
We review the latest release from IObit, Malware Fighter 5. New data has shown that ransomware attacks, specifically ones that target certain industries, are on the rise. Hospitals and medical centers were highly sought after targets due to the fact that many organizations chose to pay the ransom rather... Read more
Survey reveals some shocking gaps in cybersec knowledge. The old jokes about a grandmother trying to work her first computer are funny because the struggle is real (just ask anyone who’s had to help her learn to work her email account). But the reality behind those memes is far... Read more
Users are taking a stand against increased snooping by authorities. Thanks to some shady political dealings over the course of the past week, concerned tech users across the US have a renewed focus on privacy. First the US Senate voted along party lines to overturn Obama-era privacy protections, then... Read more
As you’ve probably guessed from the name, Unblock-Us is all about being able to access websites and surf the net by bypassing geographically imposed restrictions on what you can and can’t view. Essentially, it’s a Smart DNS (Domain Name System) service, that allows you to virtually reside in another... Read more
Secure your PC, Mac, or mobile device with Norton WiFi Privacy
AntivirusSoftware Reviews March 15, 2017
Take charge of your public Wi-Fi security and privacy with Norton WiFi Privacy. If you’re not using a VPN when you connect over public Wi-Fi, you’re simply playing with fire. (If you’re not using a VPN even when you connect over your own network, you might also be playing... Read more
Antivirus software. We all know we should have it, right? But there’s a mind-boggling choice available and it’s hard to know what features you really need. So we’ve put together our Top 5 award-wining antivirus to help you pick the right one for you. There’s a mix of free... Read more
Avast Launch 2017 Software Line-Up
AntivirusNewsSoftware Reviews February 22, 2017
Publisher unveils four security and anti-virus titles. Security and anti-virus publisher Avast, has revealed its latest programs in the on-going war against the internet’s bad guys. Its line-up for 2017 includes: Avast Free Antivirus; Avast Pro Antivirus; Avast Internet Security; and Avast Premier. The lowdown Avast Free Antivirus Lightweight, state-of-the-art... Read more
Avast Premier Anti-Virus 2017 Reviewed
AntivirusSoftware Reviews February 21, 2017
Ultimate PC security that doesn’t give your PC performance issues. Avast Premier Antivirus is a premium offering from one of the world’s most trusted and well-known brands who have a reputation for excellence. This latest security offering from Avast represents the cutting edge in the fight against malware and... Read more
Word From Our Editor: National Cyber Security Centre Highlights Scale Of Threat
NewsPrivacy and Security February 16, 2017
New centre is the public face of the government’s online security efforts. On February 14, the Queen officially opened the UK’s National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC). Based in central London, it can be viewed as the public face of the UK Government’s fight against cybercrime. All the sexy, top-secret, national... Read more
Reason Core Security Removes Malware, Adware And Much More
AntivirusNewsSoftware Reviews February 8, 2017
Reason Core Security is a Windows-based antivirus that protects and removes malware, adware and much more. Hacking, data breaches, and zero day flaws keep making headlines every day, and new forms of cyberattack are a constant threat to government agencies, businesses, and individual users alike. With the current debate about... Read more
The Damage Of Data Breaches
NewsPrivacy and Security February 6, 2017
Cisco Annual Cybersecurity Report shows staggering cost of breaches. Data breaches have been setting new records almost every year for the past decade, and as such, the numbers of compromised consumer records floating around the dark web is astronomical. But while companies of every size and in every industry... Read more
Word From Our Editor: How Spotify, Netflix and Amazon Know What You Love
InternetNewsPrivacy and Security February 2, 2017
Playlists and recommendations are the gateway to great discoveries, but just how do they work? We take a look at the science behind the magic. It’s fair to say we take a lot of pretty amazing technology for granted these days. Self-parking cars? Boring. 100mbps WiFi? Too slow man.... Read more
The Chinese government has tightened its grip on the country’s internet. Chinese authorities have announced a 14-month long campaign that will target the use of VPNs (Virtual Private Networks), and make it harder for its own citizens to visit unsanctioned and unapproved websites that criticise the Chinese government. The Ministry of... Read more
Word From Our Editor: Scams To Watch Out For On Amazon, WhatsApp And PayPal
InternetNewsPrivacy and Security January 26, 2017
Online fraud is on the rise and we’re all at risk… You’re too smart to be caught out by a scam, right? We probably all think it could never happen to us, but the fact is online fraud is on the rise – affecting millions of people around the... Read more