Security Update – Apple Owners Take Note

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Apple released updates on Monday Citizen Lab reported they had found spyware on the phone of a Saudi dissident that gave the attacker the same control over the phone as its owner. The attacker could turn on the camera or microphone, read messages (even encrypted ones). The researchers traced the spyware to NSO Group, a...

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Two-Step Verification

Two-Step Verification screen requesting the user enter the code which has been sent to their preferred telephone or email.

Two-step verification is a way to protect your online Amazon, bank and other accounts. It's like a digital double lock. I always opt in whenever it is offered. I recently enrolled in two-step verification for one of my accounts. When I signed in on the mobile app it gave me the choice. I went ahead...

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Windows Security

Control Panel - Windows Security

Windows has several layers of security. First there is the Windows firewall. It is always on unless it is turned off. Windows 10 also includes malware protection. The term malware refers to viruses, Trojan horses and other software that could potentially damage, or take control of your computer or steal information from it. You must,...

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Stay Safe Online

Here are some pointers taken from Eset to help you stay safe online. Update your operating system Every device contains an operating system. If you use it for personal information, update it. Manufacturer's constantly release updates to correct bugs they've uncovered. Once they have made a weakness public by releasing a fix, its imperative you...

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