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Do You Need a Security App on iPhone?

Apple products have plenty of fans, many of whom are considered loyal to the brand which has been putting out well-loved products since 1976. And when it comes to iPhone, one of the many reasons for...

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Keep Your Mobile Safe While Using Public Wi-Fi

While many of us enjoy mobile internet access through 4G/5G when out and about, connecting to free public Wi-Fi is still desirable as it saves on data usage and is generally faster. Free Wi-Fi is now...

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Are Wi-Fi Hotspots Dangerous to Use?

Hotspots, for those who don’t know, are points of internet connection, allowing you to access them. One you may be familiar with is the one found on your mobile device and the ones available at cafes,...

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How Small Businesses Can Avoid Cyberattacks in 2021

Across 2020 – and, most likely, throughout 2021 – the priority of small business owners has been weathering the storm brought on by the coronavirus pandemic. That’s understandable, given the challenges...

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The Risk of Accessibility Permissions in Android Devices

Android Accessibility Services was created to help developers enhance their apps to cater to and assist individuals with disabilities in overcoming their challenges when using their smartphones. When...

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Netflix’s ‘The Social Dilemma’: An Eye-Opener to a Silent Existential Crisis,...

“What I want people to know is that everything they’re doing online is being watched, is being tracked, every single action you take is carefully monitored and recorded”. -Jeff Seibert, tech...

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How to Choose a Good Password

Passwords. We need them for almost everything nowadays. Entering our phones, our computers, social media, and almost any website that involves a credit card purchase or includes personal details. Every...

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Protecting your Devices’ Mic from Hackers

Eavesdropping. It used to be something we did to people who shared the same space with us before text messages was a thing. We would put our ear against the door and desperately tried to pick up any...

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Sextortion: All You Need to Know

Sextortion – a portmanteau of the words sex and extortion – is a broad term used to describe the practice of exploiting a person (usually in an attempt to get money) by threatening to reveal evidence...

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Cyber Crimes on 4th of July Amid Corona Times

It’s clear to everyone that we are living in unprecedented times. Almost overnight, many of us have had to reassess how we work, socialize, do our groceries, and just about every other activity....

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Dozens of Malicious Mobile Apps Discovered on Android Devices, Many Aimed at...

Researchers from Check Point, ZoneAlarm’s parent company recently discovered 56 apps downloaded from the Play Store, 24 of which were children apps. Over the years, millions of mobile phone users have...

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CoVID-19-Related Malicious Apps Soar

Several coronavirus-themed apps, often those offering disease-related information and help for users, have been found to be fraudulent, as they contain dangerous malware. Researchers from Check Point,...

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5 Major Cybersecurity Trends for 2020

2019 is gone and a new decade is in sight. 2020 is said to be a year that will bring on many changes in many different realms, but what does that mean for cybersecurity? With the rapid advancements in...

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How to Protect Yourself & Your Family Against Identity Theft These Holidays

The holidays are a great time for bringing the family together and for taking some time off work. But truth be told, the world does not stop during the holidays, and people still need to work on...

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6 Tips to Spot Online Scams this Shopping Season, and 9 Ways to Stop them:

Singles’ Day, or “Worlds Shopping Day”, marks the start of the November shopping season, followed by Thanksgiving, Black Friday, and Cyber Monday. Shoppers from all across the globe participate in this...

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Phishing for baits: How to get all the treats and none of the tricks.

Halloween is around the corner, and you know what that means – scary customs, scary movies, scary decorations, and, unfortunately, scary cyberattacks. This holiday seems to cause sneaky cyber criminals...

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Black Friday, Cyber Monday Shop Safely!

Excited about the amazing Black Friday and Cyber Monday online deals ahead? So are cyber criminals equipped with sophisticated digital traps ready to snatch your money! The good news is that you have...

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ZoneAlarm Anti-Ransomware Earns ‘Editors’ Choice’ from PC Magazine… again!

And we made it again! ZoneAlarm Anti-Ransomware was rated “Editors’ Choice” and referred to as “a clear winner” for the second year in a row by PC Magazine. Based on the same technology that powers...

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5 Ways to Shop Online Safely on 4th of July

While most Americans will be watching fireworks on July 4, hackers will also be celebrating their achievements. ZoneAlarm brings you five smart ways to keep your digital life safe so you can stay one...

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ZoneAlarm Anti-Ransomware Earns ‘Editors’ Choice’ from PC Magazine… again!

And we made it again! ZoneAlarm Anti-Ransomware was rated “Editors’ Choice” and referred to as “a clear winner” for the second year in a row by PC Magazine. Based on the same technology that powers...

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