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Why public Wi-Fi could be a disaster for you
Why public Wi-Fi could be a disaster for you
Published: August 08, 2018 · 3 min read
What to do when a device is lost or stolen
What to do when a device is lost or stolen
Published: August 08, 2018 · 4 min read
What is mobile ransomware?
What is mobile ransomware?
Published: August 08, 2018 · 4 min read

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Mobile

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VPN for Android
VPN for Android
Browsing on your Android while on the go? Learn how a VPN helps protect your browsing activity on your Android smartphone or tablet, especially while using public Wi-Fi.
Published: August 08, 2018 · 3 min read
Norton App Lock: Protect your sensitive apps
Norton App Lock: Protect your sensitive apps
There are currently over 4 million apps available across various mobile platforms. It's virtually impossible to keep track of each and every app on all of your devices, whether it is a shared...
Published: August 08, 2018 · 4 min read
Mobile scams: How to identify them and protect yourself
Mobile scams: How to identify them and protect yourself
Mobile scams and malware are on the rise, and scammers are evolving to get smarter at tricking you into giving up your data. Review the many different types of mobile scams below and the best ways to identify them and keep your data safe.
Published: August 08, 2018 · 2 min read
Why public Wi-Fi could be a disaster for you
Why public Wi-Fi could be a disaster for you
Although WiFi has greatly increased convenience for laptop and smartphone users, it’s also opened up a significant number of security risks. Here’s how you can protect yourself from these threats.
Published: August 08, 2018 · 3 min read

Internet of Things

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What is the Internet of Things?
What is the Internet of Things?
The Internet of Things or IoT: It’s a phrase you may have seen or heard as our world grows more connected by the day. But what does it mean?
Published: August 08, 2018 · 3 min read
The connected home: How safe is it?
The connected home: How safe is it?
The connected home is focused on ease of use and convenience. Have you ever left the house and wondered if you turned the heater off, or locked the front door? Well, with the connected home, there’s an app for that!
Published: August 08, 2018 · 4 min read
Keep your smartphone safe when using it with a connected device hub
Keep your smartphone safe when using it with a connected device hub
Smartphones have become the new norm. In a world of constant connectivity, smartphones are like little personal assistants, keeping us on top of our work and social schedules, enabling us to chart our health, browse the latest news, and access thousands of powerful apps.
Published: August 08, 2018 · 2 min read
Keep your home Wi-Fi safe in 7 simple steps
Keep your home Wi-Fi safe in 7 simple steps
Small vulnerabilities in your home Wi-Fi network could cause problems. Learn how to secure your Wi-Fi connection in 7 simple steps.
Published: July 20, 2022 · 4 min read

Malware

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Webcam hacking
Webcam hacking
You might have heard that hackers can access your webcam. In the age of the Internet of Things, that’s a pretty scary notion.
Published: August 08, 2018 · 4 min read
Android malware
Android malware
The security argument between Apple’s iOS and Google’s Android system for smartphones is heating up yet again.
Published: August 08, 2018 · 3 min read
What are malicious websites?
What are malicious websites?
Most people don't know that you don’t have to intentionally download a malicious attachment to compromise your computer’s security.
Published: August 08, 2018 · 3 min read
Spear phishing: A definition plus differences between phishing and spear phishing
Spear phishing: A definition plus differences between phishing and spear phishing
Spear phishing is a targeted cyberattack toward a specific individual or organization with the end goal of receiving confidential information for fraudulent purposes
Published: June 01, 2022 · 3 min read

Privacy

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Straight talk about cyberstalking
Straight talk about cyberstalking
Technology opens our lives up in ways that weren't possible even less than a decade ago.
Published: August 08, 2018 · 2 min read
Internet tracking: How and why we’re followed online
Internet tracking: How and why we’re followed online
Internet tracking is how websites study our behaviour when we visit them.
Published: June 09, 2022 · 3 min
Privacy vs. security: What’s the difference?
Privacy vs. security: What’s the difference?
Privacy is your right to control personal info, while security is how that info is protected. They're different, and understanding this helps in a connected world.
Published: December 11, 2023 · 4 min read
How to delete your digital footprint: Complete guide
How to delete your digital footprint: Complete guide
Learn how to delete your digital footprint and why it’s important for your online privacy. Discover tips to stay private online.
Published: May 21, 2024 · 8 min 45 sec read

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