Your service set identifier (SSID) 101: What it is and what it’s used for
The term service set identifier (SSID) refers to the identifier for wireless networks. Essentially, an SSID is the name assigned to a Wi-Fi network when setting up the router. This allows Wi-Fi-enabled devices to recognize the network and establish a connection. Read on to learn exactly how this process works and how to find out
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Spoofing: How to protect yourself from fraud on the internet
You probably know someone who’s been the victim of an attempted scam, where some fraudster tries to obtain sensitive information using a false identity or something similar. Cybercriminals also use this centuries-old “tradition” of deception, where they pretend to be someone we know or a reputable company to gain access to confidential data or to
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Improve your kids’ protection when online with parental control apps
We’ve long since become used to kids just picking up a smartphone or tablet...
Why do apps on Android constantly crash – and how can you fix it?
It can be extremely annoying when the apps on your Android mobile phone or...
How to turn off Chrome notifications in Windows, Mac, Android, and iOS
If you’re tired of closing multiple pop-up windows before you can read online content,...
Hide unwanted apps on your Android device
When you buy an Android smartphone or tablet, it typically always comes with a...
Hard-drive failure: What to watch out for and how to fix the causes
If your computer’s a shadow of its former self, crawling at a snail’s pace,...
Rev up your laptop: Here’s what you need to do
Bought yourself quite a high-performance Windows laptop or PC, and after a few months...
How to fix the black screen of death on all your devices (Windows, Mac, IOS, Android)
Most of us know the dreaded feeling of staring into the abyss that is...
Is it worth upgrading your Mac’s RAM?
One way to improve the performance of your Mac device is to upgrade its...
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The darknet — truly the dark side of the internet?
Many associate the darknet with the digital black market for everything that can only be obtained illegally: Drugs, weapons, viruses and malware, contract killers, poison, credit card numbers, all kinds of sensitive data, and so on. The darknet is situated on the dark side of the internet — after all, it’s also a synonym for
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Why aren’t there virus scanners for iPhones?
Almost every day, there seems to be a new security warning about ransomware, phishing attacks, or some other digital threat. And while it may seem that Apple products such as Macs, iPads, and iPhones are immune, that isn’t the case. Learn why iOS devices are vulnerable to some of today’s most potent online threats and
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Before you go wild with the Monkey App, explore this essential guide
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All about doxxing: How it works and how to help prevent it
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Everything you need to know about web tracking plus how to help stop it
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What’s the difference between a public and private IP address?
Every device connected to the internet is assigned a...