You might not think much about top-level domains (TLDs), which include .com, .org and .net. Many new TLDs were introduced in the last few years, and a lot of them are associated with risky activities like spam distribution. Be wary of .country, .stream and .download in particular, since they are almost exclusively shady.

Your web browser is your primary connection to the rest of the internet, and multiple applications may rely on your browser, or elements within your browser, to function. This makes the security settings within your browser even more important. Many web applications try to enhance your browsing experience by enabling different types of functionality, but […]

Private browsing is a good way to keep browsing history secret and avoid cluttering your machine with cookies and temporary files. However, it’s not a security measure per se – you can still be spied on and hit with malware infections while nominally incognito. Combine private browsing with antivirus software and other protective measures.

Outdated software is one of the biggest risks to data security. Countless attacks have targeted known exploits in older versions of popular applications and operating systems. To stay safe, use solutions like Total Defense Internet Security that automatically implement new updates as they become available.

Hotel business centers, libraries, and cyber cafes provide computers that anyone can use. However, travelers cannot trust that these computers are secure. They may not be running the latest operating systems or have updated anti-virus software. Cyber criminals may have infected these machines with malicious viruses or install malicious software.

When you browse the Internet, information about your computer may be collected and stored. This information might be general information about your computer (such as IP address, the domain you used to connect (e.g., .edu, .com, .net), and the type of browser you used). It might also be more specific information about your browsing habits […]