Why you should remove the hard drive from your old computers
Moving to a new computer? You should probably take the hard drive out of your old one first. In this article we will explain why.…
16 Women in Cybersecurity Who Are Reshaping the Industry [2024]
Women make up 20% to 25% of cybersecurity professionals. While this is an improvement from a mere 11% since 2017, historical obstacles remain for women…
What Is a Smurf Attack? + 5 Ways to Protect Yourself
A Smurf attack is a cyberattack where a hacker tricks devices into sending unwanted traffic to a target, overwhelming it. Ever experienced your internet being…
What Is a Wi-Fi Router and What Does It Do?
A router is your home network’s central control tower. It directs internet traffic to your devices (phones, laptops, tablets, etc.) and keeps them all connected…
Government says to add cybersecurity to your back-to-school list
The National Initiative For Cybersecurity Careers and Studies (NICCS), an initiative managed by a Department of Homeland Security (DHS) component, has advised parents to add…
Proxy vs. VPN: 6 Differences You Need to Know
Sometimes you’ll see settings for a VPN or proxy on your device. What are these mysterious networking terms – and why do they matter?
What Is a Whaling Attack (Whale Phishing) + How Can You Prevent It?
Whale phishing is a cyberattack that specifically targets high-level executives (CEOs and CTOs) within an organization, aiming to steal sensitive information or authorize fraudulent financial…