What is ransomware? Ransomware is a type of malicious software (malware). When it gets into your device, it makes your computer or its files unusable. Ransomware is a type of malware used by cybercriminals to prevent you from accessing your files or equipment. They then demand payment in order to reclaim your access. How does …
Using Wi-Fi networks to get online is more easier than ever, but it’s critical to understand the dangers of what happens when you push the connect button. Whether you’re setting up your network at home or at work, it’s critical that you take the proper procedures to ensure that you and anybody else who will …
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Small Business IT Managed Services in Western Sydney Geekknowtech has been delivering Managed Services to clients in Wetherill Park, Blacktown, Parramatta and the surrounding areas, long before the term became popular. How can you tell whether your company’s and personal credentials have been compromised and are available for purchase on the dark web? Contact Geekknowtech and …
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Boost your cybersecurity for your small business. Is your small business’ cyber defenses enough to protect it from a cyberattack? Unfortunately, just incorporating the latest antimalware software or firewall to your system won’t guarantee your company’s safety. Conducting a security audit will give you a complete picture of your company’s data integrity, giving you a …
Why you should care about HTTPS One basic internet security habit that everyone should remember is to avoid websites that aren’t secured with the HTTPS protocol. This is as simple as looking at your URL bar to check whether the URL string starts with “https” and whether there is a symbol of a closed padlock …
Advertisements and “helpful” suggestions based on your internet browsing habits can be troubling. But what’s even more alarming is that hackers have found another way of tracking you via seemingly harmless autocomplete passwords. Here’s what you need to know. Why auto-fill passwords are so dangerous As of December 2020, there are 4.6 billion internet users …
Browser Security Dangers. Your company data can be hacked in a variety of ways, including being duped into accessing dangerous websites and becoming infected with malware on your computer. Your machines and data could be at risk if you browse the internet without employing security precautions. FYI: your web browser records a lot of information …
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