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Dave Albaugh

Dave Albaugh is a freelance Information Infrastructure Master Technician who consults on computer & network security for small businesses, SOHOs & entrepreneurs. He has documented loads of "knowledge nuggets" for different clients on topics such as security, understanding the technology behind the internet, and the infrastructure behind a computer network, all written in non-techie English. When he's not putting out client's fires, Dave is a roadie for his wife's Taiko group and a non-biker motorcycle enthusiast

Articles by Dave

Interested in hardening your databases against SQL injection? We explain five key ways to prevent these attacks (with code samples) and help mitigate the damage if you do experience a breach.
By Dave Albaugh in Information Security on October 14, 2020
Mistakes made by the founder of Silk Road, who failed to keep his identity hidden, provide some valu
By Dave Albaugh in VPN & Privacy on January 30, 2017
Want to know how to turn your Mac into a VPN-secured wifi router? This guide will tell you everything you need to know. Check out the step-by-step instructions below.
By Dave Albaugh in VPN & Privacy on August 18, 2023
A simple how-to for setting up and monitoring your own Tor relay or node. The ultimate way to use th
By Dave Albaugh in VPN & Privacy on April 13, 2022
Interested in learning more about cryptography? We take a look at what cryptography is, common types of cryptography and how you can further your knowledge in this field.
By Dave Albaugh in Information Security on December 27, 2023
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