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Lee Munson

Lee Munson is Comparitech's Security Researcher. Lee is a regular contributor to the Sophos’ Naked Security blog and Social Media Manager for Brian Honan’s BH Consulting. He is also the proud winner of the Best UK Security Blog and Best European Security Blog at the 2015 European Security Blogger Awards.

Articles by Lee
Do Mac computers need antivirus protection?
It’s a common myth that owners of Apple Mac computers don’t have to worry about protecting their devices from viruses, but how true is this today? 
By Lee Munson in Antivirus on March 19, 2024
What is social engineering and how can you avoid it?
Social engineering is a tactic used by cybercriminals to manipulate people into divulging information, often with the ultimate goal of financial gain. Find out more about what social engineering is and why it works, as well as what you can do to avoid it.
By Lee Munson in Information Security on January 3, 2024
15 Tips for beefing up your security and privacy on Facebook
Worried about who has access to what on Facebook? We reveal 15 ways you can boost your privacy and security on the popular social media platform.
By Lee Munson in VPN & Privacy on February 15, 2021
Securing your wireless router and your wi-fi network
Making a few simple changes to your router settings is often enough to deter any would-be attackers. We explore some of the easiest ways to secure your home wi-fi network.
By Lee Munson in Information Security on January 22, 2024
Every business can plan to prevent ransomware, here’s how
Wannacry might just be the wake-up call your business needs to put a plan in place to avoid ransomwa
By Lee Munson in Information Security on July 20, 2020
Antivirus software – an analysis of why you need it and what to look out for
So, you heard you need to have an antivirus program on your computer but have no idea why. This guid
By Lee Munson in Antivirus on May 9, 2017
Buyer beware: Amazon scammers posing as real merchants to swindle customers
Fraudulent merchants purposefully fail to fulfill orders. When emailed for assistance, scammers then
By Lee Munson in Information Security on April 13, 2022
UK public calls for deletion of unlawfully collected data
UK Government agencies GCHQ and MI5 have illegally collected data on citizens over a 17-year period,
By Lee Munson in VPN & Privacy on March 19, 2017
Pros and cons of password managers – Lee Munson vs. Simon Edwards
Password managers sound like a great idea, they generate strong passwords, remember them and store t
By Lee Munson in Information Security on March 18, 2017
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