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Why public Wi-Fi could be a disaster for you
Why public Wi-Fi could be a disaster for you
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What to do when a device is lost or stolen
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What is mobile ransomware?
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VPN for Android
VPN for Android
Browsing on your Android while on the go? Learn how a VPN helps protect your browsing activity on your Android smartphone or tablet, especially while using public Wi-Fi.
Published August 08, 2018 · 3 min read
Norton App Lock: Protect your sensitive apps
Norton App Lock: Protect your sensitive apps
There are currently over 4 million apps available across various mobile platforms. It's virtually impossible to keep track of each and every app on all of your devices, whether it is a shared...
Published August 08, 2018 · 4 min read
What is juice jacking? Think twice before using public USB ports
What is juice jacking? Think twice before using public USB ports
Juice jacking may pose a risk at public USB charging stations. Learn how juice jacking works and how to protect your devices.
Published August 08, 2018 · 4 min read
Why public Wi-Fi could be a disaster for you
Why public Wi-Fi could be a disaster for you
Although WiFi has greatly increased convenience for laptop and smartphone users, it’s also opened up a significant number of security risks. Here’s how you can protect yourself from these threats.
Published August 08, 2018 · 3 min read

Internet of Things

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What is the Internet of Things?
What is the Internet of Things?
The Internet of Things or IoT: It’s a phrase you may have seen or heard as our world grows more connected by the day. But what does it mean?
Published August 08, 2018 · 3 min read
The connected home: How safe is it?
The connected home: How safe is it?
The connected home is focused on ease of use and convenience. Have you ever left the house and wondered if you turned the heater off, or locked the front door? Well, with the connected home, there’s an app for that!
Published August 08, 2018 · 4 min read
Keep your smartphone safe when using it with a connected device hub
Keep your smartphone safe when using it with a connected device hub
Smartphones have become the new norm. In a world of constant connectivity, smartphones are like little personal assistants, keeping us on top of our work and social schedules, enabling us to chart our health, browse the latest news, and access thousands of powerful apps.
Published August 08, 2018 · 2 min read
What is a honeypot? How it is used in cyber security?
What is a honeypot? How it is used in cyber security?
A honeypot is a computer or computer system intended to mimic likely targets of cyberattacks. Learn more about what a honeypot is and how it works.
Published August 01, 2022 · 3 min read

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Webcam hacking
Webcam hacking
You might have heard that hackers can access your webcam. In the age of the Internet of Things, that’s a pretty scary notion.
Published August 08, 2018 · 4 min read
Virus FAQ
Virus FAQ
Are you a Norton customer who is facing a problem with malware? Use this page to get answers to frequently asked questions. My computer has a virus. How did this happen? Thousands of new viruses…
Published August 08, 2018 · 3 min read
OS X malware
OS X malware
Online threats to Macs have increased lately. The most recent one to make news, called “Crisis”, targets Mac users. Your risk of infection is probably very low, but here are some basic facts: “Crisis” is a Trojan that…
Published August 08, 2018 · 2 min read
Spyware: What it is and how to protect yourself
Spyware: What it is and how to protect yourself
Spyware is a type of malware that infiltrates your device and covertly gathers intel about you. Learn about spyware removal tips in this guide.
Published July 21, 2023 · 3 min read

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Software terms of service and privacy policies explained
Software terms of service and privacy policies explained
If you’re like most people, you don’t read the Terms of Service when you get a new app or buy a new device. That’s a big mistake, because a lot of apps on the market that are less-than-ideal, known as “grayware,” count on you allowing them access to your information.
Published August 08, 2018 · 3 min read
Straight talk about cyberstalking
Straight talk about cyberstalking
Technology opens our lives up in ways that weren't possible even less than a decade ago.
Published August 08, 2018 · 2 min read
What is a no-log VPN?
What is a no-log VPN?
VPNs with no logs protect your privacy by not keeping logs of where you go or what you do online.
Published August 08, 2018 · 2 min read
How to delete your digital footprint: Complete guide
How to delete your digital footprint: Complete guide
Learn how to delete your digital footprint and why it’s important for your online privacy. Discover tips to stay private online.
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