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National Cybersecurity Awareness Month 2024: 5 Cybersecurity Tips for Remote Workers

Leave a Comment / Computer Security, Email Security, Identity Theft, Network Security, VPNs / / October 16, 2024

Isn’t it great that we have an entire month geared toward bringing greater awareness to cybersecurity? According to the US Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency, since 2004, October has been designated by the President and Congress to be National Cybersecurity Awareness month. It’s a time when the public and private sectors collaborate to bring greater […]

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How Safe is Your Smart Car? A Look at its Cyber Threats!

Leave a Comment / Cybersecurity, Identity Theft, Mobile Security, VPNs / / October 10, 2024

We live in a world where everyday appliances and devices are now interconnected, giving rise to the so-called smart devices. So it’s no surprise that our cars eventually followed suit and became connected.  These smart cars, as they are called, are changing our driving experience and offer tremendous convenience. But with all that cool tech,

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The Dark Web: What It Is and Why It Matters for Your Security

Leave a Comment / Identity Theft, Online Privacy, Online Security, VPNs / / October 8, 2024

The dark web, the name sounds so mysterious, even scary. A place on the Internet where stolen personal data often ends up. This hidden, lesser known corner of the Internet is normally associated with illegal activities, so understanding its nature and potential risks is something everyone should be aware of.  The dark web is more

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How to Set Up a Personal Firewall on Your Smartphone

Leave a Comment / Cybersecurity, Identity Theft, Mobile Security, Online Security / / August 16, 2024

Our smartphones are like extensions of ourselves, they contain so much of our information, from personal photos, to private messages, to our finances. Because of this, keeping our smartphones secure is more than just having a secure password or PIN. Learning how to set up a personal firewall on your smartphone can be a great

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How to Clean up Emails and Subscriptions: Step-by-Step!

Leave a Comment / Cryptography, Email Security, Identity Theft, Online Security / / August 16, 2024

Every time I open my inbox, it seems like ten more emails have been added to the list. Many of these emails come from subscriptions, promotions, and newsletters I can’t even remember I had. If you’re like me, being bombarded by emails can be a pain.   Cleaning up emails and managing subscriptions doesn’t just

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How These Browser Extensions Secure Your Online Shopping

Leave a Comment / Email Security, Identity Theft, Online Security / / August 16, 2024

I sometimes get carried away with online shopping, to the detriment of my wallet. The ease of scrolling through millions of products, and then with just a few clicks, you’ve purchased just what you’ve looking for, and in a few days, or in some cases a day, your purchase is at your doorstep.   The

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