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Term time is upon us once more, and soon the summer holidays will be a thing of the past. We offer up some handy hints and tips for better back to school cybersecurity, and link to numerous resources of our own to help parents and kids have a safe… Continue reading Back to school cybersecurity: hints, tips, and links for a safer school year
The security vulnerabilities of the latest developments in tech have been well documented. But what about everyday technologies that have been around for a while or are widely adopted? Here are eight commonly-used tech conveniences that are not as… Continue reading 8 everyday technologies that can make you vulnerable to cyberattacks
We take a look at the perils of the tools and services embedded into the websites you use on a daily basis, thanks to the development help of third parties.
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While Amazon is poised for its fourth year run of Prime Day, the e-commerce giant’s annual flash sales event for Prime members, shoppers on the hunt for bargain deals are ready and revving, too. But before you review your shopping list, let … Continue reading A primer: How to stay safe on Amazon’s Prime Day Sale
Maybe it’s the quirky way some tech writers abbreviate it, or the surreal way it reminded you of that popular Michael Jackson song. Whatever triggers you to remember the term, for most of us, man-in-the-middle embodies something both familia… Continue reading When three isn’t a crowd: Man-in-the-Middle (MitM) attacks explained
Automatic filters on our blog sometimes catch benign comments in their nets. However, they also protect users from spammers, scammers, and malicious links. Read on to learn about our comment policy: what we block and why.
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This month is Internet Safety Month, and today we’ll be talking about online privacy for children. For parents and caretakers, nothing could be more troubling than the thought of having your child’s personal information stolen and used by nefariou… Continue reading Internet Safety Month: How to protect your child’s privacy online
Georgia Senate Bill 315 aimed to make all unauthorized access to computers illegal—sounds good, right? Read why provisions in its fine print made tech and security companies more than uncomfortable.
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Cheap hosting deals offering free certificates have made the green padlock a less convincing sign of security. Here’s what to look for to ensure a website is safe to visit.
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The continuing rise of cybercrime calls for a new breed of fighters. Are teachers prepared to take on the challenge of training the current and future generations of cybersecurity professionals? How can they introduce and engage students in this f… Continue reading Engaging students in cybersecurity: a primer for educators