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 […]

The internet can bring out the worst in people when they feel they can say whatever they want with impunity. Unfortunately, there’s too much hate speech, harassment and other disruptive behavior on social media — and these platforms need you to report inappropriate behavior that hurts everyone’s experiences. For your sake and others, don’t tolerate […]

This recommendation isn’t merely for convenience, but significantly for security. Official banking apps are usually the safest platforms for receiving activity alerts, viewing statements, and confirming login attempts via 2-factor authentication. Such apps also minimize the chance of falling prey to fraudulent emails masquerading as your bank, intent on pilfering your information. Furthermore, these apps […]

Since computers have become integral to our daily lives and handle a vast amount of personal data, it is vital to establish and maintain robust security measures. Computers are indispensable in various aspects of our lives. Properly setting up your home computer before connecting to the internet is essential to protect both the device and […]

This mainly applies to businesses. Traditional firewalls have limited potential and don’t typically include features like built-in malware protection and application monitoring. Next-generation firewalls do and are much more powerful than their counterparts. As a result, upgrading to a next-generation firewall can significantly enhance overall security and better protect sensitive information from new threats.

Many computer users take advantage of the convenience of saving credentials into your browser so you don’t have to enter them repeatedly. This lets you instantly fill out credit card numbers and personal information across all websites. However, all this data is stored in your browser, meaning a criminal can potentially access it. A far […]