Beware the Quiz Trap: How Innocent Social Media Quizzes Can Jeopardize Your Online Security
Online quizzes may seem fun, but they can jeopardize your security by phishing for answers to common security questions. Hackers collect this information to potentially hijack accounts. Protect yourself by never participating in these quizzes, thinking critically before sharing personal information, adjusting your privacy settings, avoiding suspicious links, and using strong, unique passwords. Alarming statistics from Norton and Verizon highlight the prevalence of cybercrime and phishing, underscoring the importance of online vigilance. Stay informed and share knowledge to safeguard your online identity from these seemingly innocuous but potentially harmful quizzes.
Spam-Proof Your Inbox: The Ultimate Guide to Plus Addressing for Privacy and Organization
☕️ Imagine this: you sign up for a new newsletter, and before you know it, your inbox is flooded with marketing emails 📧. It's annoying, right? But I solved this problem decades ago... And its free. Well, I've got some good news for you! There's a nifty little trick...
Goodbye, Cookies! Hello, Privacy: Navigating Google’s Game-Changing Shift in Online Advertising
Did you know that Google, the internet giant we all rely on for search and countless other services, is getting rid of tracking cookies? Yep, you heard it right! The way online advertisers have been tracking our every move will soon be a thing of the past. But don't...
The Volunteer-Run Website That Will Help Keep You Safe
🔐🚫 Don't Get Caught In the Dark" 🔐🚫 Hey there, folks! Grab your coffee, pull up a chair, and get ready for some online safety talk that'll knock your socks off. Today, we're diving deep into a powerful tool called haveibeenpwned.com and why you need it in your digital...
From eSIMs to Privacy Ninjas: Mastering Mobile Security
I've got a story that's especially important if you're the kind of person who loves to mix business with the convenience of your cell phone. 📱 Phone Number Online So, a buddy of mine out West decided to put his cell number on his business website, thinking it'd be a...
Do new iPhones and Samsung Galaxy Smartphones Need Extra Protection?
We all love our shiny new gadgets, but we also know how clumsy we can be. 🙈 So, it's only natural to wonder if these sleek devices can hold their own without a case. Today, I'm diving deep into the features, advantages, and benefits of using cases for water protection...
Keeping Windows Safe: What’s the Difference Between Windows Defender, Norton, and Malwarebytes? Which Should You Use?
Welcome back, folks! It's time to talk about something crucial in this digital world we live in: keeping our beloved Windows safe from those pesky cybercriminals. With so many security options out there, it can be a real head-scratcher trying to figure out which one...
The Digital Detox Starter Pack – A Deep-Dive: Clinically Clean and Cyber-safe
Knock, knock! Who's there? It's your unnerving digital space screaming for a clean-up, cluttered with old data and forgotten files - reminiscent of that messy drawer we all have. If this goodbye seems more overwhelming than bidding farewell to an overlong Friday...
Data Hoarding: Protecting Your Privacy and Security
In this day and age, where cyber threats and data breaches are lurking around every corner, it’s crucial to take control of the information we store on our computers. So, let me start by asking you this: do you hoard data like your Great Aunt Ethel hoards porcelain...
The Cybersecurity First-Aid Kit: Immediate Actions for Small Business Owners
🔐 Before your business falls victim to a cyber attack, let me share with you the essential Cybersecurity First-Aid Kit that every small business owner needs. So grab your coffee and listen up because I'm about to equip you with the knowledge and tools you need to...