In today’s day and age, cybercrime is on the up and, as antivirus tools become sophisticated, so do the hackers. The result is a constant and ongoing battle between the computer security organisations and the ever illusive hacker. Behind closed doors and hidden to those that aren’t looking closely enough. We are led to believe […]
In today’s dog-eat-dog digital world, a VPN (Virtual Private Network) is an absolute essential purchase if you are to keep yourself safe from would-be attackers and prying eyes. Working by masking your real IP address, a VPN runs your traffic through a dedicated server. Not only will it keep you safe from DDoS attacks (see […]
When choosing your ideal antivirus, it’s always important to keep your options open. While Malwarebytes is the most popular option, different software packages offer differing features and options. Avast, for instance, is a medley of features not seen on other antivirus packages. It’s also the proud recipient of the Editor’s Choice award from both PC […]
While malware is spread in abundance on the WWW, few attacks fail to hit the news. Of course, this is down to the scale of the attacks alongside, of course, the targets. I mean, the world isn’t going to stop if Little Jimmy gets a virus trying to hack free V-Bucks for Fortnite, but what […]
As technology has continued to progress in leaps and bounds, we have become increasingly more dependant on our computers and smart phones in the day-to-day running of our lives. Whether you’re protecting important documents for work, or you’re simply browsing the internet, we all have a pressing need to keep our devices secure and our […]
When it comes to distributing malware, hackers can get very creative in their methods. From the obvious to the sneaky, malware distribution is an ever-evolving business. However, as methods are used time and time again, it’s becoming increasingly easier to avoid falling into their carefully placed traps. Over the following article, I will go over […]
Malware presents itself in a variety of different forms, with each type performing specific functions in accordance with the particular needs of an attacker. With this in mind, it becomes easier to spot malware infections and remove them before they cause any significant damage to your computer or to your online privacy. Keyloggers Keyloggers are […]
Malware has the potential to do extraordinary damage to both our computers and to our private lives. With malicious software constantly evolving to adapt to and overcome popular anti-virus applications, it’s becoming increasingly more important to know the signs that your computer has fallen to a malware attack. Over the following article, I will highlight […]