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Is your Facebook account cloned? How to detect it and protect yourself
If you’ve suddenly started receiving messages from friends asking whether you created a “new” profile, your Facebook account might have been cloned. Account cloning, when someone copies your pho...
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How to delete Facebook search history on any device (mobile and desktop)
Facebook keeps a log of your recent searches made inside the platform. It’s convenient, but the company can use that search data to personalize the content it shows you in your search results. The g...
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IoT in public safety: Applications and impact
The Internet of Things (IoT) is transforming how cities approach public safety. Connected sensors, cameras, and communication systems can detect fires, floods, and accidents in real time, improving re...
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What is typosquatting? How it works and how to stay safe
Mistyping a URL seems harmless, but it can quietly expose you to one of the oldest tricks used by cybercriminals: typosquatting. In this article, we break down what typosquatting is, how it works, and...
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Local network access on an iPhone: What it is and why it matters
If you’re using an iPhone with iOS 14 or later, you might see a pop-up from an app asking for permission to "find and connect to devices on your local network." This guide explains what granting loc...
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IoT cybersecurity: What it is and why it’s critical for modern networks
Most Internet of Things (IoT) devices don't have built-in security like regular computers or smartphones do. They may use old firmware, weak authentication, and lack encryption or automatic software u...
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What is a default gateway and why does it matter?
A default gateway is the device on your network that handles any traffic meant to go beyond your local network. In most homes and small offices, it’s the router. When your computer, phone, or smart ...
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What are non-routable IP addresses?
Non-routable Internet Protocol (IP) addresses, also called private IP addresses, are a group of IP addresses set aside for networks that operate internally, as they never travel over the public intern...
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Does a VPN work without Wi-Fi?
A virtual private network (VPN) needs some form of network connection to work, but it doesn’t have to be Wi-Fi. For most people, that means using it over the internet, whether through home broadband...
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What is network discovery? How to enable it safely
When you connect to a new network, your computer often asks if you want your PC to be discoverable. This single click controls network discovery: a function that allows your device to find other devic...
