Endpoint security has evolved drastically over the past 10 years. While previously it only referred to ‘anti-virus’ and typically only on workstations, endpoint security has been replaced by a bewildering array of options that can do dozens of things. With the increase in options, we naturally get an increase in complexity, and combine this with … Read more
Hacking has become ubiquitous on the internet. With even major companies like Evernote getting hacked, it’s not hard to imagine that you, an individual, could also get hacked. The experience is actually quite common, though that does not necessarily make it any less distressing. You are left feeling confused, with no idea what you should … Read more
When you think about malware, adware, or Trojans going on the attack, you often think of your personal computer, your phone, or your company being at risk. However, most people never think about the risk to colleges and universities. But if you look at the statistics, you’ll see that malware is a huge problem for … Read more
Online brands are most often the target for information hacking. However, there is not an exception for smart companies, either. In fact, there is much debate as to whether smart companies are affected more by data scandals. Indeed, large banking companies and healthcare providers have a lot at stake, and all other companies can learn … Read more
In the present climate, securing your online content and protecting against cyberattacks is something that all digital users should take seriously. Here are ten practical steps to staying secure online. Do Not Take Chances with Passwords The easiest way to become a victim of cyberattacks is to have a bad password. When it comes to … Read more
The internet has helped us accomplish a lot in the last few years by bringing together the minds of people from all around the world. It has made life more easy and convenient. However, there have been some drawbacks as well. Apart from some of the societal changes that came with the internet, we are … Read more
Anti-Virus software is the layman’s solution to cybersecurity. Functioning as a first line of defense, Anti-Virus software works to prevent, detect, and remove malware from your computer. However, Anti-Virus software is not a cure all solution. In fact, IMB Knowledge Center published a piece on the limitations of Anti-Virus protection. In the article, they cite … Read more
Firewalls have essentially been around since the beginning of the internet. A firewall is a network device designed to protect your system by monitoring and controlling information traffic based on a preset list of rules to ensure security. Firewalls establish a barrier of protection between a trusted network and a foreign network. They are one … Read more
Stop Replacing your PC Once Every Three Years. It is no secret that PC has a bad reputation. In addition to being viewed as the model that is more likely to receive a virus, PCs are seemingly built to break. According to most companies, when your computer slows down, or behaves unusually, it is simply time … Read more
Malware, or malicious software, is purposely designed to cause damage and infect your computer, and give access of your computers contents to cyber criminals. Whereas the development of malware previously was limited to amateurs…
