How cryptography works: From algorithms to applications
It can be traced back to the ancient Egyptians and refers to the practice...
Nicola Massier-Dhillon is an experienced cybersecurity and technology writer. Nicola spent many years as a senior copywriter and creative lead in marketing agencies, crafting compelling content and campaigns for major tech brands like HP, Dell, and Microsoft. She originally hales from Namibia and is a passionate advocate for the conservation of wild habitats--also putting her words to work for charities, eco-tourism, and healthcare. Nicola spends her time looking after her (wild) twins, rescue cats, and a crested gecko called Giles.
Thunderbolt vs USB-C: Understanding the key differences
Whether you’re charging your mobile or connecting a monitor to a desktop, you’ll be...
Digital detox guide: Essential steps to unplug and recharge
How much social media, online shopping, and mindless scrolling make up your digital diet?...
What is smishing? Don’t be fooled by SMS phishing scams
Which type of phishing technique involves sending text messages to a potential victim’s smartphone?...
Beware of SIM swap fraud and help stop it
It’s a tiny plastic card in your phone—and a potential gateway for cybercriminals waiting...
Multi-factor authentication: Your guide to better online security
The most secure online journeys involve more than one step to get you started....
What is a rootkit—and its impact on your cybersecurity?
Is malware hiding on your computer and giving hackers access? It could be a...
How to help protect young people from online grooming
It’s a topic we tend to shy away from but for the sake of...
A comprehensive guide to MD5 Hash: What it is and how it works
Welcome to our beginner’s guide to cryptography, or to be more precise, the mathematical...
How to unblock content safely and easily
There’s a badly kept secret to accessing sports, music-streaming services, and TV shows that...