Tag Archives: security

Why You Should Only Buy AV-Test Certified Antivirus Software

Looking to safeguard your devices with the best possible software? Relying on AV-Test certification is the surest way to secure peace of mind.

How to Protect Your Data from Ransomware Attacks

In May 2017, the entire National Health Service’s computer system was shut down by ransomware attacks. Find out how to avoid the same fate.

5 Easy Ways to Keep Your Phone’s Audio Secure

Many smartphone users aren't aware that their phone's audio can be hacked. Here are the ways you can keep your phone safe from audio hackers.

Is It Safe to Store Your Credit Card Information Online?

With the relative ease of shopping online, it can be inconvenient to shop without saving your credit card information online — but is this safe to do?

College Students: A Prime Target for Hacking

Many college students wield perfect credit scores and little online security knowledge, making them the perfect targets for hacking attacks.

5 Pieces of Personal Data You Should Keep On Your Phone

You should always be prepared. Some information about yourself needs to be on your Android, just in case. Do you think you have all five?

What You Should Do if You Lose Your Phone While Traveling

Vacations are supposed to be a time for rest and relaxation, but they can quickly turn sour in the unfortunate event of losing your phone.

The Top TV Shows About Hacking

Looking for your next favourite TV show? For your future viewing pleasure, check out this list of the best TV series out there about computer experts.

Best Free and Paid Password Protection Services

The Internet has made things quick and convenient for most people, including hackers. Using a password protection service can ensure you are well defended.

Vicious Mobile Banking Trojan Steals All Your Information

"BankBot" is the latest addition to a growing trend of malware that appears harmless in the Play store, but is capable of stealing your financial information.

How to Identify a Sketchy Third-Party Seller on Amazon

Purchasing from Amazon can sometimes feel like sending your credit card information into a void. Here are a few tricks to make sure that’s not the case.

Should You Use an App to Control Your Home’s Alarm System?

Burglars be gone! New technology allows people to have their home security on their Android phones. Is it worth it, or is there a catch?

Scary Spyware Apps Found on Google Play

The malicious messaging apps that flooded Google Play recently were able to record calls, hijack the device’s camera, send messages, and track user location.

Tips for Keeping Your Information Safe When Shopping Online

Nothing beats online shopping for convenience, but shoppers should be wary of the sites and stores they trust with their personal information.

Be Careful When Turning on “Unknown Sources” on Your Android

Installing software from unknown sources is risky. Find out why you should think twice before downloading from unknown sources or the Amazon App Store.

Labor Day Shopping: How to Keep Your Credit Card Info Safe

Great deals aren’t the only thing Labor Day brings: smartphone users’ data is at an increased risk of hacking during popular shopping holidays.

How Do Websites Know You’re Using an Ad Blocker?

For several years, websites with paid advertisements seemed to be losing the fight against ad blockers. But now, they're striking back with a vengeance!

How Safe is My Information on Food Delivery Apps?

We may love the convenience of food delivery apps, but how safe is our information while we wait for total bliss to be delivered to us?

A Ranking of the Most Secure Operating Systems

Operating systems may be something we take at face value, but the security underneath is always working to keep your phone safe.

Protecting Your Financial Information When Traveling Abroad

Traveling exposes you to a lot of new things. Make sure they're all good by taking these simple steps to protect your financial information.

How Safe is it to Use Finger Recognition with Your Bank App?

As fingerprint passwords become more popular with newer phones, the debate over password-protection methods has become a hot security topic.

Here’s Why Your Phone Connected to a Public Wi-Fi Network

While out in public, you've probably looked down at your phone to see that it connected automatically to a network called "xfinitywifi" or "optimumwifi." Why?