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How to optimize your VPN data usage effectively
Using a virtual private network (VPN) adds a layer of encryption to your internet traffic, which can slightly increase data usage. The difference isn’t large, but it can be noticeable in a monthly d...
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What is a script kiddie? How they attack and why it matters
“Script kiddies” is typically a derogatory term used to describe people who use ready-made hacking tools to launch attacks, lacking the skills to create their own. In the past, that lack of skill ...
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XDR in cybersecurity: What it is and why it matters
Extended detection and response (XDR) is a cybersecurity framework designed to help organizations keep up with complex, multi-stage attacks. As threats move across endpoints, networks, cloud services,...
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What scambaiting is and how it works
Scambaiting is the practice of deliberately engaging with scammers, often with the goal of wasting their time or exposing their tactics. Even if it feels harmless, interacting with scammers can expose...
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The ultimate guide to phishing detection
One of the most common types of cybercrime, phishing uses deceptive methods to trick people into sharing sensitive information, sending money, or downloading malicious software. It often relies on cre...
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How to spot a fake VPN: Risks and warning signs
As virtual private network (VPN) use becomes more widespread, so does the importance of choosing a service you can trust. Not every app calling itself a VPN actually provides the privacy or security i...
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What is password cracking and how can you prevent it?
Password cracking is a technique attackers use to uncover passwords by systematically guessing them or analyzing stolen, hashed password data. Weak or reused passwords make the process far easier than...
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Types of VPNs: Complete guide to VPN categories and protocols
All virtual private networks (VPNs) work on the same principle: they encrypt your internet traffic and route it through a secure server. Where they differ is in how they’re designed to be used. Some...
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What is swatting and how can you prevent it?
Swatting is a dangerous form of harassment that exploits emergency services. It involves making false reports to trigger armed police responses at a specific address. These incidents often target stre...
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How to factory reset an iPhone: Step-by-step guide for every situation
A factory reset erases all photos, messages, files, contacts, and apps and restores system settings to their defaults. It’s an important step to take before trading in your iPhone or transferring it...
