Buying second-hand PCs is a great way to save some money. Unfortunately, they also come with their own unique set of risks you need to look out for! Let’s look at some ways second-hand PCs can be more of a hassle than a help. What Are the Dangers? With second-hand Read more
Do you have a favorite browser? If so, what makes it so appealing? For some people, it might be the availability of plugins and extensions; others might like to use a browser that guarantees their privacy. For a lot of users, however, the most important aspect is speed. But what Read more
You’ve installed your antivirus software, and you’re ready for any security threat the internet can throw at you. Or are you? It’s easy to fall into a false sense of security when you know you’re protected by antivirus tools. Other steps should be taken to ensure your online experience is Read more
While the Internet of Things can bring a lot of convenience for you, it can also make it easier for hackers to gain access to your devices. As such, it’s vital to ensure the gadgets you bring into your home are secure before they’re even turned on. Let’s look at Read more
Whenever you register with a site, you’re trusting them with your personal details. They have access to your email address at least, and probably much more—including, of course, your password. But how can you tell if the site is taking proper care of your private information? Why is it a Read more
Google has launched a new Chrome extension designed to keep your online accounts secure at all times. Password Checkup does exactly what the name suggests; checking to make sure your username and password combination are secure. The web can be a scary place. There’s malware and phishing emails lying in Read more
If you take your online privacy seriously, there’s a good chance you use a VPN connection. They offer a layer of privacy that’s unattainable if you access the web directly through your ISP’s servers. However, despite their increasing popularity, not many people know how a VPN works; what is happening Read more
Password managers are an essential tool in your digital arsenal. One of the reasons they’ve become so common is because of how straightforward they are to understand and operate. They manage your long passwords so that you don’t have to remember them. Simple. But password managers can do a lot Read more
One of the worst security habits is keeping bad passwords. This can mean using short and simple passwords, or re-using them across multiple sites. But there’s another danger: not changing the default password on your equipment. Common computing hardware, specifically wireless routers, ships with default passwords. These are readily available Read more
Wireless security is extremely important. The vast majority of us connect a mobile device to a router at some point during each day, be that smartphone, tablet, laptop, or otherwise. Furthermore, Internet of Things devices connect to the internet using Wi-Fi. They’re always on, always listening, and always in dire Read more