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What to do if you’ve been hacked on social media
Your profile pic is now a crypto monkey. Your bio says you’re giving away free iPhones. Your mom just called to ask if you really made $10K from dropshipping. Bad news: you’ve been hacked. Good ne...
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Types of internet connections explained
Some people think “Wi-Fi” is the internet, but that’s a common mix-up. Wi-Fi is just the way your devices connect to a local network, like the one you have at home. The actual internet connectio...
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SSL VPN: What it is and why it matters
A Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) VPN is a tool many organizations rely on to secure remote work sessions and manage access to resources. But what exactly is an SSL VPN, and how does it work? And why are s...
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Brute force attack: What it is and how to prevent it
A brute force attack is exactly what it sounds like: instead of looking for a secret way into your accounts, attackers just try thousands of different combinations until they find one that works. They...
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What is a replay attack? How it works and ways to prevent it
Think of a replay attack as cybercrime’s version of a movie rerun; only this one can empty your bank account or unlock your secure systems. In a replay attack, cybercriminals don’t need to decode ...
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Does a VPN protect you from hackers? The truth about online security
You’ve probably seen the ads: “Use a VPN to stay safe from hackers.” It sounds good. Simple, even. But is it true? The internet is a lot messier than those ads make it seem. Yes, a VPN can prote...
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DHCP meaning and how the Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol works
Ever wonder how your phone, laptop, or smart TV connects to the internet with zero setup on your part? That’s DHCP doing its job behind the scenes. DHCP, short for Dynamic Host Configuration Protoco...
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Can a PDF have a virus? How to stay safe
PDFs are everywhere: invoices, resumes, e-books, tickets, and reports. But here’s the thing: not every PDF is safe. Some are infected with malware that can quietly install spyware, steal your logins...
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What is Tor? How does it work, and is it safe to use?
Tor, which stands for The Onion Router, is a free, open-source tool that hides your location, identity, and activity. Most people use it for private browsing. But are there any risks involved in using...
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What is a Wi-Fi VPN and why you should use one
We’ve all done it: connected to a random café’s Wi-Fi, scrolled through emails at the airport, or jumped online from a hotel lounge. It’s quick, it’s convenient, and it’s usually free. But ...
