Messaging service WhatsApp recently confirmed that a major vulnerability allowed hackers to install remote surveillance software on phones and other devices. The hackers used the vulnerability to target several users and was almost certainly the work of “an advanced cyber-actor.” WhatsApp carries a strong reputation as a secure messaging app. But now the Facebook-owned messenger […]
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While the Internet of Things can bring a lot of convenience for you, it can also make it easier for hackers to gain access to your devices. As such, it’s vital to ensure the gadgets you bring into your home are secure before they’re even turned on. Let’s look at some ways you can stay […]
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If you ever wanted to purchase a smartwatch or a pair of sneakers for under $ 10, now’s your chance with Wish, the discount store of the web. Browsing Wish is like browsing a store from an alternate universe. With cell phones for $ 30, and some items even sold for free, you have to wonder […]
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Millions of people use WhatsApp to send pictures, messages, and other confidential information to friends and family members around the world. The amount of people who use WhatsApp suggests that many people find it safe, or safe enough. But what else should you know about WhatsApp security? Are the photos you share on WhatsApp safe, for […]
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Everyone should make backups of their data. Disaster will inevitably strike at some point. And when it does, you don’t want to lose your photos, videos, music, and important documents. Backup Options You have several different ways to store your backups. Broadly speaking, you can use NAS drives, external drives, cloud storage apps, or dedicated […]
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Thanks to blockchain technology, cryptocurrencies are often seen as more secure than existing currencies, banks, and financial institutions. Transactions recorded in a public, distributed ledger are more transparent and harder to tamper with. However, there are two sides to the coin. Cryptocurrency transactions and blockchain ledgers do have some security weaknesses, but they aren’t necessarily […]
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