It’s one of the most common computer nightmares: infection. There are plenty of threats out there that could take hold of your PC. Do you know how to proceed if it happens? A Little Terminology Let’s clarify some terms: virus and malware. A virus is really...
Not only do most people have a smartphone but most of us keep it close by most of the time. Smartphones are becoming essential devices, both for everyday life and work purposes. The downside is that it makes the smartphone a much more attractive target for hackers and...
Ransomware is a tricky piece of malware that locks down the precious files located on a victim’s computer, then (in theory) will return access to them when a ransom has been paid. Depending on the files stored on a victim’s computer, they might simply blow it off and...
Even if you’re only a little bit tech-smart you’ll know that antivirus software is absolutely essential to protect against online threats. And yet viruses and other bugs that can completely cripple your system sometimes get through. If your antivirus...
Hackers have many different tools at their disposal to access your computer. Some of these tools can even control your machine! When a hacker controls your PC, your computer is now part of a network made up of other compromised devices that they control. This...
