Articles tagged: security
How Do I Remove Myself from a Machine?
Although there’s no way to remove all traces of yourself from a machine, there certainly are ways to remove as much as you can.
One Reason Why You Don’t Need a New Computer
Buying a new machine is a common knee-jerk reaction to a bad malware infestation. And it’s wrong. Not just a little wrong — it’s very wrong and completely unnecessary.
Online Shopping: Just How Safe Is It?
Online shopping is ubiquitous, and yet some avoid it completely. Why are some people afraid to shop online when it’s arguably safer than offline?
Why Do I See Lots of Failed Login Attempts on My Account?
We are all under constant attack. I’ll show you how to look at your Outlook.com recent activity and review why it might be full of failed login attempts.
If I Do These Things, Will I Be Anonymous?
Anonymity on the internet is really, really hard. Some of the practices we might use to stay anonymous could still be leaking identifiable, traceable information.
Why that “Unimportant” Account Matters
Regardless of your initial thoughts, every account is important, and you and I are all targets.
Can My ISP Monitor My Internet Usage?
Your ISP controls your internet connection, and it’s easy for them to monitor the data you send and receive. The question is, why would anyone monitor your internet?
8 Steps to a Secure Router
Your router is your first line of defense against malicious attacks from the internet. But do you have a secure router? I’ll review the important settings.
