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What you need to know about romance and confidence fraud
NewsPrivacy and SecuritySocial Media May 15, 2019
A heart-breaking statistic has recently been discussed by security software experts, yet itâs perhaps not a surprising one. Avast posted an article about romance and confidence fraud to its blog following contact with an FBI expert. Titled âRomance and confidence fraud: Cybercrimeâs $363 million secretâ, Jeff Elderâs article is... Read more
Using a quality antivirus, strong passwords, and a VPN for internet connections, with regular software updates and data backups, improves your cyber security. In previous instalments of this series, we discussed the basics of computer viruses and other forms of malicious software, and considered the basic principles and practices... Read more
What Is Cyber Security?
How ToPrivacy and Security July 30, 2018
Understand the essence of cyber security and the issues facing digital, internet and mobile users. What is cyber security, and what kinds of security threats and implications face personal and business users of the internet and digital realm? These questions often confuse and occasionally overwhelm, as we’re bombarded on an... Read more
Dodgy Downloads â What to Look Out For
InternetPrivacy and Security January 31, 2018
Protect yourself from dubious downloads with our handy guide to staying safe online. The internet’s great, isn’t it? Infinite variety and everything you want is just a click away – what’s not to love?! Well, as many of us have experience first hand, sadly all that glitters is not... Read more
Back To School Cybersecurity Tips
News August 23, 2016
It may seem hard to believe, but summer’s almost over and the new school year is already here. While students prepare for the upcoming term by stocking up on supplies and scrambling to finish their summer reading assignments, there’s someone else who’s excited by the new school year: scammers... Read more
How to Create a Secure Password
How ToPrivacy and Security November 26, 2014
With the phone hacking scandal and this week’s Russian webcam website, the issue of insecure passwords is on everyone’s minds. An astonishing number of people either do not change their password from the original default (often Admin or 1234) or choose something so obvious that their password may as... Read more
How To Secure Your Wireless Network
How ToInternetPrivacy and Security October 24, 2014
Do you use a Wireless network in your home? They are great in terms of flexibility, but you do need to protect your network against hackers. Lots of people assume their home router is not at any risk, but that is not correct. Wireless networks use radio waves, which... Read more
Strong Passwords: How To Make Them
How ToPrivacy and Security September 5, 2014
It is commonplace to see the phrase âBe sure to use a strong password.â In fact, if you have any dealings whatsoever online, then you will constantly see it. Why should you have a strong password? Well, for one thing if you don’t and your data is easily accessed,... Read more
How to Protect Yourself from Cybercriminals
How ToPrivacy and Security November 27, 2012
Black Friday began the busiest shopping season of the year. Then comes Cyber Monday when the online deals get crazy and everyone shops on their laptop, tablet, or smart phone. This is prime time for criminals who want to hack into accounts and steal identities because more people are sharing... Read more