Information Security
Checksums are a simple means of making sure that data and software you download hasn't been corrupted. We'll show you how to validate checksums in Windows and Mac.
By Paul Bischoff in Information Security on September 16, 2023
Credential stuffing attacks are important to understand so you can keep your personal and business accounts safe. We explain how credential stuffing attacks work and how you can minimize the risk of attacks. 
By Josh Lake in Information Security on January 26, 2024
There are so many different messaging apps on offer, and the differences can be highly technical. Check out our guide for a simple rundown of which apps you should be using to keep your data secure and private.
By Josh Lake in Information Security on April 13, 2022
What happens to your Facebook account when you die? What about if someone close to you passes away; how do you go about dealing with the social media presence they leave behind? In this article, we'll cover how to prepare your own Facebook account for death, and what steps to take if a close friend or family member passes away.
By Paul Bischoff in Information Security on August 15, 2019
Remote working and gig economy platforms are increasingly popular. However, major loopholes in some sites' identity verification practices make account fraud a threat to clients and buyers using these services.
By Sam Cook in Identity Theft Protection on July 13, 2021
Steganography is the study and practice of concealing communication. It plays a different role to cryptography, with its own unique applications and strengths.
By Josh Lake in Information Security on December 29, 2023
Tech support scams are on the decline, but they're still a major problem in different parts of the world. Here's everything you need to know about how a tech support scam works, including real examples of what these scams look like from the inside.
By Dave Albaugh in Information Security on July 3, 2019
The "anti-encryption laws" are a significant piece of legislation that could have worldwide security ramifications. Find out what they are and who they will affect in this comprehensive guide.
By Josh Lake in Information Security on May 29, 2019
Exploit kits are a silent threat that cybercriminals use to spread malware by attacking system weaknesses. Find out about exploits kits and how they’re used.
By Aimee O'Driscoll in Information Security on July 2, 2020
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