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Invest in a surge protector to prevent damage from power outages

These are short spikes of greater voltage coming through electrical wires and into connected devices. They most commonly occur due to faulty wiring, lightning spikes or when electricity is restored after an outage. Modern electronics are very sensitive and can be damaged by surges to the point that they break entirely. You can avoid this […]

Find your Wi-Fi password with ease

In Windows, enter the Control Panel, and click “Network and Internet.” Then, go to the “Network and Sharing Center”, and select the network name next to “Connections.”  Choose “Wireless Properties” from “Wi-Fi Status,” and click on the “Security” tab, then hit “Show Characters.” This will promptly reveal your Wi-Fi password, which is hidden under Network […]

Instead of replacing a slow computer, try backing up the data and performing a clean install of the OS

It’s possible to make an old computer run like new by performing a clean install of the OS. This means erasing everything on the primary OS drive and returning it back to its original factory state. This process used to be difficult, but it’s now much simpler to do and can easily be found in […]

Multi-factor authentication (MFA) is more secure than two-factor authentication (2FA)

These two terms are often used interchangeably, but they’re not quite the same thing. 2FA requires exactly two authentication types to unlock something. MFA requires a minimum of three forms of authentication. For example, in addition to a password, you might need to use a text message code and biometric data.

Be mindful when using public computers during travel

Public spaces such as hotels, libraries, and cafes often provide computers for customer use. However, it’s important to remember that the security of these systems may not be reliable. They might not have up-to-date operating systems or the latest antivirus software. Moreover, these computers could potentially be infected by cybercriminals with harmful viruses or malicious […]

If your connection is strangely slow for long periods, investigate why

There are countless factors that can slow down a network connection, from failing infrastructure (both in and outside the home) to bandwidth leaks to unauthorized users sapping your connection from outside. If you frequently experience slower-than-normal internet speeds, go into your router’s settings and look for possible causes. If you suspect the problem isn’t with […]