Security Resolutions for the New Year

• January 8th, 2014
Mobile Security, Online Privacy, PC security

Another new year means new resolutions! And while we’re not going to push you to exercise more, we do want to encourage you to be more secure when you’re online. So to start 2014 on the right note, we’ve compiled a list of security resolutions you can regularly refer to, so you can stay safe online all year-round.
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Identity Theft Epidemic: How Thieves Steal Your Identity Online and Offline

• December 18th, 2013
Online Privacy, PC security

Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery. But not when it involves your identity. Learn some of the many ways thieves commit identity theft, and what steps you can take to protect your good name.
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It’s the Most Wonderful Time… for SEO Poisoning!

• December 11th, 2013
Mobile Security, Online Privacy, PC security

‘Tis the time of year for eggnog and holiday tales. Here is a holiday story for you to be mindful of when browsing online.

When searching for something on the Web, most people type in a few keywords into a search engine, such as Yahoo!, Google, or Bing and press enter. And by the magic of the Internet, you’re presented with a list of results within a fraction of a second.
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How Your Email Account Could be the Weakest Link to Your Online Accounts

• December 4th, 2013
Online Privacy

Our personal email accounts enable us to send and receive messages instantly with people all around the world. While we primarily use our email accounts for communications purposes, many of us use it to sign up for accounts such as online banking, online shopping, social networks, and even alternative email accounts. But have you considered the possibility that your personal email account could be the weakest link? By “weakest link”, we mean that a compromised email account could potentially result in the accounts connected to it being compromised too. That’s why it’s important to address email security from the get go.
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The Risks of Public Hotspots: How Free WiFi Can Harm You

• November 20th, 2013
Mobile Security, Online Privacy, PC security

Practically anywhere you go, you’ll come across free WiFi hotspots. However, this free service could spell trouble. We explore the security risks of public hotspots and what to consider before connecting to public WiFi.
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