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Digital graveyards: where old accounts go to rest and how to bury them with online data management Imagine you’re in a cemetery. You look at a headstone. Instead of a stranger’s name and date, it lists your personal information like your birthday, password, and even…
If you’re not sure what IoT home security is and how bot attacks can overwhelm it like a zombie horde, then you’re in the right place. Keep reading to see why every home should be aware of Zombie IoT attacks. Anyone who has seen a zombie movie knows that a single…
You can’t see it, it follows you everywhere, and one day it may attack you when you’re least expecting it. It’s not a vengeful ghost. It’s the personal data you let out into the world on a hard drive that you failed to clear through data wiping. Knowing how to wipe a…
We all know the classic vampire line, I want to suck your blood. But have you ever heard of a vampire virus that wants to suck the life out of your devices? Malware is the computer virus that acts like a vampire, trying to drain your systems of their resources and…
When you hear the word “zombie,” you probably think of a grotesque creature stumbling towards you, hoping to chomp on your brains. But did you know that your computer can be infected by a zombie virus too? You may not have ever heard of a zombie computer—also known as…
How do you know if your internet connection is delivering the speeds you need for gaming, streaming, and working? Internet speed test results can indicate whether that missed shot in Fortnite was really your fault or due to a slow connection. And if inadequate speeds…
We want everything fast—including our internet. We rely on it for work, play, and to stay informed and connected. As technology progresses, we’ll need more reliable, faster internet to keep pace with our busy lives. Plenty of internet speed tests tell you how much…
Teachers are the heart of education. Do you still remember a teacher who impacted your life? Maybe they took extra time to teach you how to read or encouraged you in your future career path. Throughout the course of their career, the average teacher will impact over…
We all know how annoying it is to type super long passwords just to log in to your own WiFi. Even worse—hearing your friends and family complain about how complicated your passwords are. After all, you’re doing the right thing! You may have read our article on how to…
[dipi_library_layout id=”3516″] It’s no secret that broadband internet can be expensive. According to a survey by Pew Research in 2021, only 57% of those who had an annual household income below $30,000 said they had broadband internet at home. Not…
For college students living on campus, internet speed is an afterthought. Universities invest in lightning-fast internet for students to keep up with thousands of young people studying, streaming, and gaming. But internet speed can become an issue when it’s time…
When you’re having a blast gaming, the last thing you want to worry about is falling victim to scams. In 2021, the CEO of Arkose Labs, Kevin Gosschalk, told the Fintech Times that “attacks on gaming companies are consistently the most persistent and targeted we see…
Are you setting up a new internet connection or upgrading your equipment to take advantage of those incredible gigabit internet speeds you’ve heard about? You’ll typically be looking at two common devices to achieve the speed you need: a modem and a router. Both…
Your WiFi connection is yours, and you shouldn’t have to worry about neighbors, strangers, or hackers tapping into it. To help keep others from accessing your internet connection, you need to understand how to control the devices connected to your WiFi. It’s also…
Shopping online offers many advantages, especially if your local store runs out of your favorite item. It’s a convenient choice if you want your purchases delivered straight to your door. But online shopping safety is often a concern for new internet users. Shopping…
How many connected devices are you using in your home? The answer is probably more than you think! In this video, reveal the average number of connected devices in homes in the United States. Content Disclaimer – All content is for informational purposes only, may…
Phishing attacks are on the rise. In fact, they’re up more than 60% in late 2022 compared to the previous year. Luckily, many email services have sophisticated filters to eliminate phishing messages before they reach you. But scams that make it through those filters…
Phishing attacks—internet scams where cybercriminals try to trick you into giving away sensitive information like credit card numbers or passwords—are becoming more prevalent. These schemes used to be easy to spot, but modern phishing threats are now highly…
Imagine if one day, you woke up and all the data on your computer was gone. Unfortunately, data loss is all too common in the digital age. Backing up your data can save you from financial trouble, panic, and even heartache if an unexpected technical error occurs. In…
In today’s digital world, online banking offers more options than ever before. Although the many apps available may seem confusing at first, managing your finances online is easy once you learn a few basics. Online banking sites and apps are a great option for keeping…