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Data sovereignty: What it is and compliance considerations
Every digital interaction generates data. Often, it moves across borders; a login request in Paris might be processed on servers in California and stored in Singapore. Given this constant global excha...
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What is social engineering? A complete security guide
Not every cyberattack starts with a technical exploit or malicious download. Many begin with seemingly harmless interactions, such as a delivery text, an email from the IT team, or a quick call asking...
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The ultimate guide to wireless access points
Wi-Fi networks depend on access points to make wireless connections possible. Whether at home, in an office, or across a campus, access points keep your phones, laptops, and smart devices connected an...
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What is a walled garden?
A walled garden is a digital environment managed by a single tech company, such as Apple or Meta. Within this closed space, the company controls what users can access, how data is shared, and which ap...
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How to block a TikTok account: A step-by-step guide
TikTok can be fun, but it also has people you might not want around. Maybe someone keeps dropping comments you don’t like, maybe they flood your DMs, or maybe their videos just won’t stop showing ...
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What are IP address classes? Importance for VPNs and cybersecurity
Every device that connects to the internet needs an address that identifies it on the network. IP address classes were created to organize those addresses and decide how many could be used within each...
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How does satellite internet work?
Satellite internet brings broadband to places that cable and fiber may not reach. Instead of sending data through buried lines, a small dish at your location points to a satellite, which relays your t...
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DHCP vs. DNS: Understanding key differences and functions
Every time a device goes online, it relies on two background services. One gives your device the settings it needs to join a network, and the other turns domain names like “example.com” into the n...
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What are data brokers? A complete guide to your privacy and protection
Every time you browse the web, sign up for a service, or fill out an online form, traces of your personal life are being collected. Sometimes, this information is collected and sold by companies known...
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How to protect your email: Step-by-step guide
Your email account is an important point of access to the rest of your online life. Many services use it as the primary recovery channel, so whoever controls your inbox can request password resets, in...
