How to Prevent Hackers from Accessing Your Online Accounts

• September 10th, 2014
Online Privacy, PC security

Jennifer Lawrence. Arianna Grande. Kate Upton. These are just a few of the known celebrities who recently had their private photos leaked online after a hacker had allegedly compromised their iCloud accounts. The hacker went on to claim they have more than 100 celebrities’ photos in their possession.
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To Prevent Cybercrime, Think Like a Cybercriminal

• September 3rd, 2014
Mobile Security, Online Privacy, PC security

As you sit at your computer, have you ever thought about how someone could gain access to your PC and online accounts by exploiting some weakness or loophole? If that thought has never crossed your mind, now is a good time to start thinking about it. After all, if you’re not taking time to identify and address potential weaknesses and loopholes, cybercriminals are sure to take full advantage of them and make you an easy victim of cybercrime.
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Is Your PC Security Incomplete? Why You Need Both Firewall & Antivirus

• August 27th, 2014
PC security

Firewall and antivirus technology emerged in the late 1980s, yet consumers today still neglect to secure their PCs with both. Discover the important roles antivirus and firewall play in your PC security, and how they complement one another to keep your PC protected.
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Is Your Router Easy to Hack? Learn How to Properly Secure Your Router

• August 13th, 2014
Online Privacy, PC security

If you’re like most people, you probably don’t give your home WiFi router another thought after checking to make sure it has Internet connection. But did you know that your home WiFi router is a crucial component to your overall security?

While a WiFi router means no more hassling with messy Ethernet cables, you could unknowingly be putting your data at risk of being intercepted if you don’t properly secure it.
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Heading Back to School? Don’t Forget About Your PC Security Basics!

• August 6th, 2014
Mobile Security, Online Privacy, PC security

You’re hanging out in a campus coffee shop, surfing the Internet on a public WiFi network. You’re paying bills, reading email, and posting some funny photos taken in your dorm room last night.

And with each of those activities, you’re a potential target for cybercriminals, viruses, spyware, and other threats.
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