Since the inception of the internet, bad actors have taken advantage of security holes for criminal purposes. To clarify, spyware is one of the oldest and most common threats that we all face on the internet. […]
Category: Internet Safety
Has Your Device Been Hacked?
With so much of our information housed on smart devices, it’s no surprise that hackers are targeting our phones to steal our data. From text messages and emails to calls and social media, smartphones are the ideal gateway to our sensitive information. […]
Avoid Being Catfished: Warning Signs and Safety Tips
A catfish may be looking to lure someone under the guise of being a friend or romantic interest, or they may be looking for money or assistance through financial means. Whatever the case, here are the warning signs that can help you avoid being catfished online. […]
Ways to Prevent Hacking
Because of TV and movies, most of us have a similar picture in our head of a hacker. To clarify, he’s a younger guy, maybe wearing a hoodie, peering into a computer screen in a dark room furiously punching in lines of code. […]
Tips for Protecting Privacy Online
A common misconception is that we’re powerless to protect our identities when using the Internet. That’s simply not true. There are some simple steps that you can take today to boost your privacy and protect yourself from being tracked online. […]
Use a VPN and the Main Reasons
What are the reasons to use a VPN? When you use the Internet, every move you make tracked by your Internet Service Provider (ISP). They do this by providing you a public IP address that ultimately traced to your physical location. This information can be sold to advertising companies that will know your every move online. […]