You would like to think that your security software keeps you secure and, on the whole, it will. But there is the chance it could be turned against you. One of the most trusted anti-malware tools is Microsoft’s Windows Defender app. Originally launched in 2005 – as...
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Online COVID-19 Scams to Be Aware of
COVID-19 has changed the way we live our lives and, not surprisingly, hackers are trying to take advantage of the fear factor behind the virus. No aspect of life is off-limits to a hacker; if they can turn a situation to their advantage then they will. And this...
Beware of Online Tax Scams
Many of us will have started preparing our tax returns and hackers are well aware of this. Therefore, it pays to be aware of the numerous online tax scams. Nobody likes completing tax returns due to the vast amount of data involved. However, they’re essential for...
Five Signs That You’ve Been Hacked
Having your organization’s network breached is a major cyber disaster, so identifying a breach quickly is crucial. But how do you know you’ve been hacked? Protecting your organizations networks and data is essential, but with the huge number of hacks taking place it’s...
Simple Tips to Improve Your PC Experience
If you’re using a PC on a daily basis then you want the experience to be as simple and comfortable as possible. But not everyone knows how to achieve this. Consisting of numerous forms of software and hardware, the build of a PC can be a complex and confusing one....
PowerPepper Malware is the Master of Evasion
There’s only one thing worse than malware and that’s malware which is difficult to detect. And PowerPepper is incredibly difficult to detect. Discretion is one of the most crucial aspects of any form of hacking. A well-executed hack should remain invisible to the...
Google’s Password Checkup Aims to Secure Your Passwords
Passwords are crucial in IT security and will remain relevant for the near future. But Google’s Password Checkup shows there’s always room for improvement. We all have a long list of passwords that we use to access various IT apps and services. They’re perhaps the...
How to Stop Your PC Crashing at Startup
It’s highly frustrating when a PC crashes during the startup process. However, there is always a reason behind every crash and this means it can be fixed. All we want at the beginning of each day is an easy start, so a PC which boots up quickly with no problems is a...
The Best Built In Windows Tools You Need to Know About
Windows is an incredibly powerful operating system, but most users are unaware of just how much it can do; this extra power is down to some hidden tools. If you take a look through the folders on your PC that contain Windows then it quickly becomes a bewildering...
How to Fix the Most Common Printer Problems
Times may change, but the humble printer is still an important tool in business. But, as with all technology, printers can fail and need repairing. Luckily, some of the most common printer problems can be fixed without the help of a technician. However, understanding...