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Ransomware: 5 dos and don'ts

Guest Post By Kevin Haley, director, NortonLifeLock Security Response I despise all forms of bullying.Perhaps the one I hate most of all is where the bully takes a personal item, snatching it from you,...

August 08, 2018·3 min read
Data breaches aren’t going anywhere--what you need to know

It may seem like stories of massive data breaches are popping up in the news on a weekly basis these days. Unfortunately, this is not surprising.

August 08, 2018·3 min read
Norton email scams: Answers to Your Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

In a Norton email scam, scammers impersonate Norton through fake emails designed to trick consumers and steal their money and personal information. These answers to your FAQs can help.

April 08, 2022·3 min read

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What is an info-stealing ad library?

When it comes to free apps, there still may be a price, although it doesn’t always cost the user. There are other ways applications can earn revenue, such as running advertisements within the app itself.

August 08, 2018·2 min read
How to clean up your online digital footprint

Your “digital footprint” includes all traces of your online activity, from commenting on news pieces or social media to making online purchases. When you know the boundaries of your digital footprint, and take steps to control it, you can protect your identity and your reputation.

August 08, 2018·4 min read
What are cookies?

Mention “cookies,” and most people expect a treat to appear. When talking about computers, however, cookies aren’t what’s on the dessert menu. In fact, they’re not even physical objects.

August 08, 2018·4 min read
Mobile Privacy: What Do Your Apps Know About You?

Just how much personal information are your apps gathering? And do they really need so much?

August 08, 2018·4 min read

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