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Malware vs. virus: Key differences explained
When a device slows down, crashes, or starts showing suspicious pop-ups, most people assume it’s a virus. The term “virus” (often used as shorthand for malware) appears frequently in search bars...
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What is DevSecOps? Securing software development from the start
Although software development has become more agile, security is still sometimes treated as a late-stage checkpoint: introduced near release, or after deployment, when timelines are tight. When issues...
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What is a private network, and why do you need it?
Some networks are built for open access. Others are built to restrict access: containing traffic, limiting entry points, and controlling who and what can connect. That difference affects whether inter...
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Should you pay the ransom? What to consider before deciding
A ransomware attack can feel like a ticking time bomb. Files are locked, there’s a deadline in the ransom note, and paying can look like the fastest solution. But it’s a high-stakes decision, and ...
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Authentication vs. authorization: What’s the difference?
Authentication and authorization are often confused, but they play distinct roles in access control and security. Together, they help control who can enter a system and what actions they can take once...
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What is a deauthentication attack, and how do you protect yourself?
If you’ve ever been kicked off a network repeatedly, experienced sudden slowdowns, or watched all devices disconnect at once, the cause may not be a weak signal or router issue. It could be a deauth...
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What is Emotet malware? How it spreads and how to stop it
Emotet is a long-running and highly adaptable malware strain that keeps coming back, even after major takedowns. It’s been around for years and is responsible for large-scale attacks against organiz...
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What is open source intelligence (OSINT) and why does it matter?
Over 6 billion people worldwide use the internet, leaving a significant trail of data behind. These digital footprints could include social media posts, forum activity, job profiles, public reviews, a...
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How to prevent shoulder surfing: Essential tips for digital privacy
You know the feeling: someone stands a little too close, and you instinctively tilt your phone away. That instinct is there for a reason. In crowded spaces, a quick glance can reveal sensitive informa...
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How to spot and avoid the SunPass toll scam
Phishing scams impersonating SunPass have been widely reported since 2024, amid a broader rise in toll-related fraud across the U.S. By early 2025, the FBI had logged tens of thousands of complaints r...