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How To Stay Safe In The Age Of Malware

December 10, 2023November 9, 2023 - by Charlie Meneses

You may have heard that computers can get viruses or malware, but maybe you don’t know much more than that. It’s true: Malware is a real threat to your computer. But there are ways you can protect yourself. In this guide, we’ll walk through some basic steps for staying safe online in the age of malware.

1. Keep your software updated

The first thing you should do is make sure that your software is up-to-date. This means updating your operating system, apps, and browsers. It also means keeping your security software updated (anti-malware and antivirus), as well as updating the firmware of your router and any other devices connected to it (modems).

If you’re using an old version of Windows or macOS that doesn’t have automatic updates enabled by default–or if you’ve disabled them because they were interfering with something else on your computer–it’s important to check for updates manually …

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Encryption And The Death Of Digital Privacy

December 2, 2023November 9, 2023 - by Charlie Meneses

We live in a world where we’re constantly connected to each other and the internet. That connectivity comes at a price: our privacy. When it comes to protecting our data, there’s no silver bullet. Instead, the best defense is often a combination of different approaches – including encryption. It’s one of the most important tools we have to protect ourselves from hackers, cybercriminals and even governments that want access to everything we do online.

Encryption is one of the most important tools we have to protect our privacy.

Encryption is one of the most important tools we have to protect our privacy. It’s also a powerful tool for businesses and governments, who use it to keep their data safe from hackers.

The most common type of encryption is called “symmetric.” This means that your password or key can be used to unlock your data on both ends–either by you or …

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Email Phishing

November 14, 2023November 9, 2023 - by Charlie Meneses

Phishing is a way to scam users into giving up their sensitive information, usually through email spoofing. The messages look like they’re from a legitimate company, but they’re really trying to trick you into entering your password or other information at a fake website. Phishing expedites identity theft because the user has willingly entered their password on what appears to be their bank’s site.[4]

Phishing is an attempt to obtain sensitive information such as usernames, passwords, and credit card details (and sometimes, indirectly, money), often for malicious reasons, by masquerading as a trustworthy entity in an electronic communication.

Phishing is an attempt to obtain sensitive information such as usernames, passwords, and credit card details (and sometimes, indirectly, money), often for malicious reasons. Phishing is typically carried out by email or instant messaging and can be detected by its poor spelling and grammar. Phishing scams often direct users to enter personal …

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Understanding Firewalls and Adware

October 14, 2023November 9, 2023 - by Charlie Meneses

If you’re like me, then you have a lot of questions about firewalls and adware. It can be confusing to know what kind of firewall is installed on your computer and how to turn it on or off, or even what adware means in the first place. In this blog post I’ll break down exactly what these terms mean and give some tips for protecting yourself from them both.

What is a firewall?

A firewall is a software or hardware barrier that prevents unauthorized access to or from a private network. A firewall can be a dedicated appliance (a physical device), or it can be software running on one or more computers in your home.

Firewalls are used to protect your computer, your network and your privacy. They help keep hackers out, prevent malware from infecting computers within the network and block unauthorized users who try to access information on …

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How Malicious Software Breaks Your Computer

September 12, 2023November 9, 2023 - by Charlie Meneses

Malicious software is a serious problem for anyone who uses a computer. It can break into your computer and cause a lot of damage without you even knowing it’s there. Malware comes in several forms, including viruses and spyware, both of which are designed to take over your computer without your knowledge. Antivirus software only detects some types of malware, so it’s important to know how to protect yourself against other kinds as well. It’s also important to keep in mind that even if you don’t download any new programs—and probably won’t—you still may be at risk if you visit sites that host malicious content or click on links from e-mail messages sent by scammers.”

Malware can be a serious problem for your computer.

Malware is a very common problem. It can cause serious problems if left unchecked, and it can be difficult to remove. Malware can cause performance problems, …