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Tax Scams – Everything you need to know to keep your money and data safe

March 17, 2020 admin anti-malware, Anti-phishing, Antivirus, Consumer, identity protection, multi-factor authentication, password management, ransomware protection, tax scams

Credit to Author: Trend Micro| Date: Tue, 10 Mar 2020 13:08:46 +0000

Tax season has always been a pretty nerve-wracking time for hard-working Americans. But over the years, technology advances have arrived to gradually make the process a bit easier. The bad news is that they can also introduce new cyber risks and even more stress. There are two things that cybercriminals are always on the hunt…

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In Safe Hands with Trend Micro Home Network Security – Part 3: Testing Its Functions

February 25, 2020 admin Consumer, Home Network Security, IoT security, securing your network

Credit to Author: Trend Micro| Date: Tue, 25 Feb 2020 14:05:34 +0000

We continue our four-part series on protecting your home and family. See the links to the previous parts at the end of this blog. As you use more internet-connected devices and smart appliances in your home, it’s of utmost importance to make sure your gadgets are properly protected from malware and hackers—and Trend Micro Home…

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How to Manage Your Privacy On and Off Facebook

February 11, 2020 admin Consumer, Data Privacy

Credit to Author: Trend Micro| Date: Tue, 11 Feb 2020 14:05:29 +0000

Social media has come a long way in a short space of time. In a little over a decade, it’s grown from being the preserve of a relatively small group of online enthusiasts to one of the defining trends of 21st century life. As the undisputed global leader in this field, Facebook now boasts nearly…

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Defend Yourself Now and in the Future Against Mobile Malware

January 20, 2020 admin Consumer, Security

Credit to Author: Trend Micro| Date: Mon, 20 Jan 2020 14:09:00 +0000

The world has gone mobile and the US is leading the way. It’s estimated that that the number of smartphone users alone topped 257 million in the States in 2018. That means three-quarters (74%) of households now boast at least one mobile device. And in this new digital world, it’s mobile applications that really matter….

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The Everyday Cyber Threat Landscape: Trends from 2019 to 2020

January 6, 2020 admin Antivirus, computer security, Consumer, Home Network Security, identity security, Mobile Security, password management, privacy, Security

Credit to Author: Trend Micro| Date: Mon, 06 Jan 2020 13:15:04 +0000

The past 12 months have been another bumper year for cybercrime affecting everyday users of digital technology. Trend Micro blocked more than 26.8 billion of these threats in the first half of 2019 alone. The bad news is that there are many more out there waiting to steal your personal data for identity fraud, access…

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How to Speed Up a Slow PC Running Windows OS

December 18, 2019 admin Consumer, pc support, pc tune up, windows

Credit to Author: Trend Micro| Date: Wed, 18 Dec 2019 14:42:16 +0000

Working with a slow PC is always annoying and frustrating. Enduring sudden frozen windows and stuttered animations can make you want to throw the machine out the window. Take a deep breath, and consider these 8 tips on how to fix a slow PC running Windows. Why is my Windows Running Slow? First,…

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Online Phishing: How to Stay Out of the Hackers’ Nets

November 20, 2019 admin Consumer, Security, Uncategorized

Credit to Author: Trend Micro| Date: Wed, 20 Nov 2019 14:05:56 +0000

Despite the growing popularity of social media and messaging apps, email remains the preferred way to communicate online for millions of Americans. And the bad guys know it. Of the 28.6 billion cyber-threats Trend Micro blocked globally in the first half of 2019, over 24.3 billion were carried by email. That’s 91%. Many of these…

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Home and Away, All Year Round: How Can I Keep My Kids Safe Online?

October 28, 2019 admin Antivirus, computer security, Consumer, Home Network Security, Mobile Security, parental controls, password management, wi-fi protection

Credit to Author: Muriel Mathis| Date: Mon, 28 Oct 2019 13:03:30 +0000

We’re well into another school year in the US and elsewhere. For many parents and their kids, this can be a stressful time — demanding new routines, more study and longer days. But how many of us think about the potential extra cyber risks to our family that might also emerge during this time? The…

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