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Phishing attacks are the most common cybercrime today because they work, unfortunately. Research shows that over 3.4 billion spam emails are delivered to inboxes of unsuspecting users every day. That’s a lot of spam that goes out daily. Phishing e-mails have been the most frequent form of attack for years because it’s easy for cybercriminals […]
In today’s digital age, knowing how to prevent a computer virus is a key skill set to learn. Even if you’re not a computer person and don’t want to do this stuff yourself, just being aware will at least put you ahead of the game and be a proactive user. As technology continues to advance […]
In the ever-evolving landscape of technology, computer viruses have long been a concern for users worldwide. From the infamous Melissa virus in 1999 to the WannaCry ransomware attack in 2017, these malicious programs have caused widespread damage and financial loss. However, with advancements in cybersecurity and heightened awareness among users, one may question, are computer […]
As you’re browsing away on the Internet, you may have come across a few websites that give a message about their site using cookies and for you to accept their settings. This may leave you asking, are computer cookies bad for your computer? Well in this article, that’s what we’re going to discover. We will […]
Computer viruses have always been an issue to deal with since computers came into existence. It is said that the first computer virus was created back in 1971, and it was called the “Creeper Program”. It was more of an experiment to see if a self-replicating program could exist. Once it was concluded that this […]
Viruses can wreak havoc on our computers, and networks. They can bring an entire Government to a screeching halt if permitted. So we all have to be vigilant to do what we can to protect our computer systems from getting infected. You see viruses spread from computer to computer, as long as they are connected […]
There are a few reasons you might want to change your IP address. Maybe you want to access a website that’s only available in another country. Or perhaps you’re concerned about online privacy and want to make it more difficult for advertisers to track your online activity. Either way, a few different ways to change […]
According to a recent study, about 50% of people do not have antivirus software installed on their computers. This is a problem because, without antivirus protection, your computer is susceptible to all sorts of malware, viruses, and other online threats. To not have an antivirus installed on your computer is essentially browsing the internet naked. […]
Cybercrime nowadays pays big dividends, which is why so many hackers get into it. If done well, cyber crimes like social engineering are the road to a fairly good payday for hackers. So why is social engineering dangerous? Because it captures your personal information and uses it against you. And it’s not just for individuals […]
The dreaded malware we all love to hate. No one likes it when their computer or network is contaminated with malware. How malware spreads, can sometimes be a bit of a mystery to some users, as most people would see that their computer is acting weird and they don’t know why. Questions like…” why is […]
