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Why public Wi-Fi could be a disaster for you
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What is mobile ransomware?
Published: August 08, 2018 ·4 min read

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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
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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
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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
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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?
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
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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
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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
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Connected toys and what you need to know about them
The Internet of Things (IoT) isn’t just some lofty concept about future integration of technology into the home. It is already here, and we’re already living it.
Published: August 08, 2018 ·2 min read

Malware

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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
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What is a Trojan?
Borrowed from the story of the wooden horse used to trick the defenders of Troy into sneaking soldiers into their city, a Trojan Horse hides malware in what appears to be a normal file.
Published: August 08, 2018 ·4 min read
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Ransomware: 5 dos and don'ts
Guest Post By Kevin Haley, director, Symantec 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,...
Published: August 08, 2018 ·3 min read
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What is a botnet?
The Internet is filled with threats to online security. Many of these threats are just productive, positive technologies turned to evil use. The botnet is an example of using good technologies for bad intentions.
Published: August 08, 2018 ·4 min read

Privacy

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Software terms of service and privacy policies explained
If you’re like most people, you don’t read the Terms of Service when you get a new app or buy a new device. That’s a big mistake, because a lot of apps on the market that are less-than-ideal, known as “grayware,” count on you allowing them access to your information.
Published: August 08, 2018 ·3 min read
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The risks of public Wi-Fi
Did you know there could be threats lurking in the background on public Wi-Fi while you balance your bank account and sip a latte at your favorite cafe?
Published: August 08, 2018 ·4 min read
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Secure browsing with a VPN for desktop computers
Protect your browsing data, personal information and privacy with a virtual private network (VPN) for your desktop computer. Learn how a VPN encrypts your browsing data and keeps your computer’s IP address private.
Published: August 08, 2018 ·4 min read
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Public Wi-Fi is not as safe as you think
Published: August 08, 2018 ·2 min read

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