Browser extensions are convenient little utilities that may adjust browsing experience and make it more comfortable for you personally. However, such a convenient shell – an applet to the legitimate program – could not have been ignored by malicious actors. In this post, I will uncover about malicious browser extensions, their nature and potential harm.… Continue reading Browser Extensions: Are They Safe?
Tag: Internet Security
10 Ways to Protect Your Personal Data
The first hacking attacks and the realization of the danger of trusting information to the digital media became a shock to computer users. That’s when the question of data protection rose, and the development of the first antivirus programs began. And that was even before the Internet became a usual thing. Nowadays, when every home… Continue reading 10 Ways to Protect Your Personal Data
How to Access the Dark Web Safely: Useful Tips for the Darknet
Is the dark web legal? Despite Darknet’s association with illegal activity, accessing and browsing the dark web is legal. However, most Darknet websites are used for criminal activities – such as buying drugs, money laundering, and trading stolen credentials. If your personal information is exposed through a data breach, spyware, or phishing attack, there’s a… Continue reading How to Access the Dark Web Safely: Useful Tips for the Darknet
How to Browse the Web Securely: Stay Safe Online
Web browsers are invaluable tools for users and make up a huge portion of the daily time we spend in the digital world. Unfortunately, they hold many personal files and information, making them a desirable target for cybercriminals. Threat actors could attempt to access a person’s computer or other computers in the network using attacks… Continue reading How to Browse the Web Securely: Stay Safe Online
8 Top Internet Safety Rules: Cybersecurity Tips
There is a lot of entertainment available online, along with education and social media. However, not everyone understands how the Internet works,and knows something about methods of safe usage. This article introduces some great tips to keep your Internet safety well in your daily things. What is Internet Safety? Internet safety and data protection is… Continue reading 8 Top Internet Safety Rules: Cybersecurity Tips
What is a Botnet: Signs Your Computer Is Part Of A Botnet
Botnets are a new reality that seems to have somehow imperceptibly swooped upon us. In fact, the first documented botnet – a network of bots – was created as early as 2001. Today some botnets include tens of millions of machines. And these computers perform the tasks they are given in complete ignorance of their… Continue reading What is a Botnet: Signs Your Computer Is Part Of A Botnet
Age restrictions and children : what is important
15 years ago it was hard to imagine that personal devices will be so widespread. Nowadays, you can see a smartphone even in the hand of the homeless. There is no need to say that the average age when the children get a phone decreased from 16-18 to 12-13. But any usage of smartphones is… Continue reading Age restrictions and children : what is important
Top 10 Computer Security Habits to Protect Your Data and Privacy
In today’s digital world, where data breaches and cyberattacks have become a common occurrence, protecting your computer and personal information has never been more critical. The growing threat of cybercrime has made it essential for computer users to adopt the best security practices to prevent data loss and maintain their privacy. In this article, we… Continue reading Top 10 Computer Security Habits to Protect Your Data and Privacy
5 Tips for Keeping Your Kids Safe on the Internet: A Parent’s Guide
The internet can be used by a wide number of people—that could include children, adolescents, and seniors. However, ensuring that your children are safe from the negative implications of the internet could be challenging. As a parent or a guardian, you should be held responsible for taking actions that could counter the dangers of your… Continue reading 5 Tips for Keeping Your Kids Safe on the Internet: A Parent’s Guide