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What is big data security and privacy?
Big data refers to datasets that are large, complex, or fast-changing enough that they are usually stored and processed across multiple systems, rather than in a single database. Big data environments...
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How to optimize your VPN data usage effectively
Using a virtual private network (VPN) adds a layer of encryption to your internet traffic, which can slightly increase data usage. The difference isn’t large, but it can be noticeable in a monthly d...
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What is a smurf attack and why is it a security risk?
A smurf attack is a denial-of-service (DoS) attack that can make systems or services unavailable without breaking into them or exploiting software flaws. Instead of targeting user accounts or applicat...
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Not a virus: What it means and why antivirus software flags it
Seeing “not a virus” in an antivirus alert can be confusing. The file has been flagged, but it hasn’t been blocked or clearly labeled as malware. What this means, and how to respond, isn’t alw...
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What is SQL injection? How it works and how to prevent it
Most websites store information like usernames, passwords, and payment details in databases. When you log in, search for a product, or submit a form, the site sends a request to its database to fetch ...
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What is MAC flooding? How the attack works and why it’s a security risk
Many local networks use devices called switches to move data between laptops, phones, printers, and servers. Instead of sending every piece of data to every connected device, a switch forwards traffic...
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What to do if your Twitch account gets hacked
Attackers who gain access to your Twitch account may be able to change your login credentials, make unauthorized purchases, broadcast inappropriate content, or use your channel to scam your followers....
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Is Face ID safe? A deep dive into biometric safety
Face ID is a biometric authentication method available on modern iPhones and iPad Pros. It’s used to unlock your device and approve certain sensitive actions, like approving a payment or downloading...
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What is shimming in cybersecurity, and how can you protect against it?
When you use a device or an app, it doesn’t handle every task by itself. To work properly, it relies on other parts of the same system to do specific jobs. A payment terminal relies on software to p...
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How to stop getting spam texts and stay safe
Spam texts add unwanted messages to your inbox, increasing message volume and making it harder to keep track of legitimate conversations and alerts. But they aren’t just an annoyance. While some spa...
