The importance of computer security is well-known today. In particular, it has become clear that data is a valuable asset and needs to kept safe. Using encryption keys is one way to this. So what is an encryption key and...
Read MoreYou know that having a strong firewall is a key component to having strong network security, but do you how firewalls work? Firewalls take their name from the protective barriers that keep buildings and engines safe from fire. While it’s...
Read MoreNot all hacks are instigated by people with the computer skills of a hacker. If you can’t do it yourself, you can hire a hacker via the Dark Web. Comparitech has researched what it costs to use these hacking services....
Read MoreShopping online just gets bigger and bigger, year on year. From avoiding the crowds or the Christmas rush to finding the best bargains, there are lots of reasons to embrace shopping from the comfort of your sofa. It’s a trend...
Read MoreWhen we looked at password security last time, we emphasized how important it is to avoid identity theft and the safety of your personal data. In this post we’ll look at three ways to help you with password management so...
Read MoreThe Internet can be viewed as a vast ocean filled with all sorts of different creatures. Many are harmless but some exist for the sole purpose on treating you like prey and taking your valuable data and information. These are...
Read MoreThe smartphone has become an essential accessory for most of us today. You probably wouldn’t dream of going out without it and some people can barely tolerate not having their phone to hand 24/7. But as smartphone ownership goes up...
Read MoreReaders of our blog will know that we’re always emphasizing how the number of threats to computer security is growing. This is a hard fact. Two-thirds of business owners estimate that cybersecurity risks are growing year-on-year. It’s worrying that the...
Read MoreEveryone is At Risk In 2011, Ponemon Research surveyed 583 U.S. businesses and found that 90% reported that their company's computers had been breached at least once by hackers within the past year; 77% of these had been attacked multiple...
Read MoreUsing a strong password with complex combinations of letters and numbers will go a long way in protecting your account, but passwords provide only one level of protection against hackers. Additional levels of security can be added with multi-factor authentication....
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