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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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Phishing vs. Pharming: How to Tell Them Apart and Stay Safe

Leave a Comment / Data Security, Email Security, Network Security, Online Security / / August 19, 2024

Phishing and pharming are two of the most common cybersecurity threats out there. Many people sometimes confuse one for the other. Although they sound similar, they are different in many ways, and for your own safety, it’s important that you understand their differences. In this article, I’ll show you the differences between phishing vs. pharming,

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Incognito Mode vs. Regular Browsing: A Security Comparison.

Leave a Comment / Online Privacy, Online Security / / August 16, 2024

Do you ever find yourself automatically switching to Incognito Mode when you want to browse the web privately? Many think that using Incognito Mode automatically makes their browsing safer and more secure. But is this actually true? Let’s find out. In this post, we’ll take a closer look at the main differences between Incognito Mode

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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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Identifying Social Engineering Indicators in Communications

Leave a Comment / Email Security, Online Security, Social Media Security / / August 16, 2024

Every day, millions of deceptive texts, calls, and emails are sent around the world, with the purpose of tricking unsuspecting individuals into revealing their valuable personal information. Have you ever received an email urging you to “act now” to claim a surprise reward, or a phone call from someone claiming to be from your bank

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12 Warning Signs of Fake Emails: Learn how to spot them.

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

When I was a Systems Administrator, I had to tell users, several times actually, “Don’t click on emails you’re not sure about, and certainly don’t download attachments from unfamiliar emails”. Most listened, some didn’t. Clicking on unsolicited emails is one of the major ways cybercriminals transfer malicious software or malware to unsuspecting users, a method

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