Protect Your Privacy Online
Are you ready for gigabit cellular Wi-Fi speeds? Well, if you aren’t, you should be! The deployment of 5G cellular network technology is happening and its eventual widespread adoption is going to change the way we interact online. Think augmented and virtual reality on steroids — it’s going to be …
What Is 5G? Is It Secure? And How Fast Is It? (With Chart!) Read More »
Espionage has been a topic of intrigue for as long as it’s existed, the subject of countless films and books, both fictional and nonfictional. In the modern age, the world’s intelligence agencies have shifted their focus from undercover operatives and secret codes to digital surveillance and data collection, fueled by …
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So you’ve taken an interest in computer security and you’re looking for the right tools to get you going. And that all starts with choosing the right OS. It’s clear that Windows has too many vulnerabilities to be a viable OS option. And macOS, while more secure, requires special and …
You plop down on the couch after a long day and turn on your favorite crime show. Those tireless detectives have yet another new case. This time, the criminals have gone digital: they’ve hacked a government computer and stolen classified military plans. As you munch your popcorn with rapt attention, …
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When digital life gets stressful, you can’t help but wish you could just disappear from the internet. Imagine a day without constant email and social network notifications. A disconnect from the web that lets you connect with the real world again. There would be no need to give an instant …
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A log file maintains records of events (a history of what happened on your system). And they’re generally event-specific. This means that operating systems will maintain many different log files, each with a specific kind of information. But why? Well, it’s a lot easier to troubleshoot problems when you can …
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Another day, another site demanding that you make a new account to view its content. And that means another new password to come up with. Sure, you could use the same password you used on the last site that put you through this. But you’ve heard that that’s not a …
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Email is one of those things we simply take for granted – it’s so easy to set up and access a Gmail, Yahoo or Outlook account that most of us never think twice about it. But in this age of increasing surveillance and dwindling privacy protections, your free email account …
Everyone knows that VPNs boost your online privacy and amp up your data security. However, they’ve got many other uses as well. A VPN is a surprisingly powerful streaming enhancer, and many users get one specifically for that purpose. But not all VPNs are up to the task of unblocking …
Unblock or Be Blocked: Does Netflix Work With PIA? Read More »
Wondering if torrenting is illegal? We don’t blame you – there’s a lot of conflicting information out there. You’ve read horror stories about million-dollar lawsuits, bankruptcies and even criminal charges due to torrenting. You sit through unskippable anti-piracy warnings filled with threatening language every time you watch a Blu-ray movie. …
Peer-to-Peer… or Prosecution-to-Prison: Is Torrenting Illegal? Read More »
You run the Tails OS if you want privacy, security, and anonymity. But for a more interesting review, let’s start with a story … one that involves a little adventure and travel to a beautiful country that’s, unfortunately, openly hostile to privacy. A Story About Privacy: ‘Tis the Season for …
If you’re anything like the majority of internet users, you probably don’t feel any pressing need to encrypt your internet traffic. After all, you’re no Edward Snowden or Chelsea Manning. You’re not a government target and your search history is no less wholesome than anyone else’s. An average citizen with …
You plop down in your cubicle after a long weekend and see that you have a new email. It’s from your boss, though it’s not his work email. A little strange, but maybe he was using his personal computer when he sent it — oh, well. He mentions how impressed …
A Fishy Disguise: Spear Phishing, How it Works and How to Protect Yourself Read More »
Ever wish that your entire operating system could be anonymous? Sure, you could try to configure your existing computer to be as private as possible. You could spend hours, if not days, finding secure versions of all your software and fiddling with privacy settings. But even then, there’s no guarantee …
You’ve got the fastest internet package and the most reliable wireless router… but if you’re not using the best WiFi channel, your connection-boosting efforts may be fruitless! Everyone has a WiFi network these days. It’s critical for getting online with mobile devices like tablets and smartphones. Plus, who doesn’t enjoy …
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When you want to go covert online, channeling all your web activity through a virtual private network, or VPN, is one of the smartest moves you can make – but is it legal? The short answer is yes; however, as with any rule, there are caveats that you’d be wise …
No matter where you live, a VPN can provide you with greater peace of mind when using the internet. But when you’re traveling internationally, it becomes an absolute necessity. Internet laws in foreign countries are complex and highly variable. What’s legal to browse in one country could land you in …
Passports and Privacy: Five Reasons Why You Need a VPN for International Travel Read More »
You provide some of it voluntarily on your social media profiles. Signup forms and surveys request other pieces of it. And even more, is sneakily gathered on just about every website you visit. Regardless of the way it’s obtained, your personally identifying information (PII) is a precious commodity. It’s in …
So what exactly is the darknet? It sounds so scary that it must be illegal, right? Well, not exactly … let’s explore this further. The darknet is an encrypted network built over the existing internet. In fact, it’s a general term for any encrypted network that requires an anonymizing browser. …
What Is the Darknet (aka the Dark Web)? And How You Can Access It. Read More »
Ever since the internet became mainstream, a great debate has taken place both in and out of techie circles: which web browser is the best? In the past, positions have been chosen based on UI design, extension selections, and loading speeds, but these days it seems that the main criteria …
You’ve heard all the warnings from your parents and teachers a million times: social media is a distraction from learning and has no place in school. But the reality is that sometimes you just want to spend your lunch break unwinding on Instagram – and there’s nothing more annoying than …
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Browser fingerprinting has recently become a buzzword in the online privacy community. But do you know what, exactly, it is? If not, we don’t blame you. It’s a little-known – but extremely powerful – way of identifying and tracking individuals across the web. Imagine a website being able to track …
How Browser Fingerprinting Works and How to Stop It Read More »
What Is Internet Privacy? On Big Data Tactics and Personal Data Protections A few years ago, you’d rarely hear about internet privacy outside of industry journals and techie blogs. Today, it’s absolutely everywhere, from coffee shop conversations to the world’s biggest newspapers. Hackers violate it, but so do social media …
We’ve all got that one friend who’s, frankly, terrible at computer security. It can be pretty painful watching them close 20 pop-up ads and spammy notifications every time the computer turns on. You can’t help but groan when you see the adware toolbars taking up real estate in the browser. …
We entrust websites with a lot of personal information. From your preferred entertainment to your deepest secrets, it’s all stored in your browser and search histories. And the government is well aware of this. Law enforcement relies heavily on internet data to investigate and prosecute crimes. It regularly demands that …
Sing a Song of Security: Warrant Canaries and Why They’re Important Read More »
You’re sick of paying hundreds of dollars a month for the privilege of watching ads on cable. Your cord-cutting research has led you to try out various streaming services. But those aren’t really scratching that affordable entertainment itch, either. For starters, there are so many of them that the monthly …
We can all agree that connectivity is one of the most critical parts of computing. It’s not just about getting online and exchanging data. The various apps on our computers connect with one another, too, often in ways we don’t necessarily see. Your email client connects to your OS to …
Qubes OS Review: Squaring Up Against Malware and More Read More »
When you want a little extra privacy online, your first instinct is probably to open up an Incognito browser window. That dark background, shadowy figure icon and the name “Incognito” sure do make you feel like you’ve gone undercover! It may seem like you’re now free to do whatever you …
Ever wished that digital security was more accessible? That you could effectively protect your files and data from threats without spending half your time looking up technical terms? Or that your OS itself could provide you with all the security you need by default? You’re not alone. We’re crazy about …
Subgraph OS Review: Simple on the Surface, Solid at the Core Read More »
Penetration Testing Web Resources Resources to practice penetration testing and to prepare for the Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP) certification. VulnHub https://www.vulnhub.com Reading about digital security can only get you so far. VulnHub provides the resources you need to gain practical experience in network administration and pen-testing. Beginners and experts …
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