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Anti Virus Articles
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How to Block Email Tracking?
Did you know that 40% of all emails sent and received are monitored on a daily basis? To say the least, the data are startling. Email trackers provide senders access to information like when the email was viewed, what device was used, and even the receiver's actual location. It is a flagrant infringement of one's fundamental right to privacy.What is a Tracking Pixel?A tracking pixel is a transparent image 11 pixels in size that is placed into your email like any other picture. You won't see it, but it will be downloaded by your device whenever you open the email, ...
Read MoreDifferences between Hardware VPN and Software VPN
A VPN (Virtual Private Network) is a must-have security element in today's world. You may surf the Internet and conduct any online business without jeopardizing your privacy or putting your data in danger if you use a VPN. You've certainly heard how important it is to have a VPN, but you're not sure whether you should acquire a hardware VPN or a software VPN.This article will examine how hardware and software VPNs function and explain the differences between them.According to a basic research, a VPN is required for overall network security. Setting up a VPN allows you to build point-to-point ...
Read MoreZero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) Vs. Virtual Private Network (VPN)
What is ZTNA?Zero Trust Network Access is an IT security solution that enables safe remote access to an organization's apps, data, and services based on access control criteria that are explicitly specified.Following are some of the prominent features of ZTNA −ZTNA only allows access to certain services or apps, whereas VPNs provide access to the whole network.ZTNA solutions can assist close gaps in existing secure remote access technologies and approaches as an expanding number of users’ access resources from anywhere.ZTNA implements granular, adaptive, and context-aware rules to provide safe and seamless Zero Trust access to private apps housed across clouds ...
Read MoreCan Smart Speakers Put Your Privacy at Risk?
Using your voice to control the music playing through your speakers, lock your doors, or purchase paper towels may sound like something out of a science fiction film, but Smart speakers like Amazon's Echo have made it a reality. As useful as this technology is, one of the most pressing concerns it raises is whether customer privacy is at danger. These devices are programmed to listen to specific keywords that will wake them up.Although Amazon's Smart speaker is the most well known, it is far from the only one available, with Google's Home serving as a competitor. We decided to ...
Read MoreDo Smart TVs Have Privacy Issues and Security Risks?
As manufacturers continue to build more products that can connect to the Internet, you may appreciate the convenience and flexibility they provide. However, you might not have considered the hazards associated with Smart TVs and other Smart home devices.As prices reduce and quality has improved, Smart TVs have become a popular entertainment item. Smart TVs make it easier to access streaming services such as Netflix, Hulu, Chromecast, Amazon Prime, and more from a single location.What is a Smart TV?A Smart television is just like a regular TV but it can access the Internet. A user may watch on-demand movies, surf ...
Read MoreWhat are the differences between Malware and Ransomware?
Let us understand the concepts of Malware and Ransomeware before learning the differences between them.MalwareMalware is called as malicious software which refers to a program that can infect a legitimate user's computer and harm on it in different ways. It can infect computers and devices in several ways and comes in a number of forms, just a few of which can include viruses, worms, Trojan horses and more.Computer viruses are probably the most familiar type of malware — so named because they spread by making copies of themselves. Worms also have a similar property. Spyware transmits personal information such as ...
Read MoreSSH vs VPN: Which is more secure?
What is VPN?A virtual private network (VPN) is a private network connection constructed over a public network infrastructure like the Internet.Authorised VPN users can access their business network remotely using security methods such as encryption and masking the user's IP address. VPNs may also be used to secure personal information when using public Wi-Fi, such as at airports. Multi-factor authentication (MFA), context-aware security techniques, and the usage of strong passwords are all common features of VPN apps.Advantages of Using a VPNFollowing are some of the advantages of using a VPN −Protect Your NetworkThe advantages of utilising a VPN are numerous. ...
Read MoreWhat information should you never reveal online?
If you didn't live under a rock from 2009, you're fully aware that social networking Websites are the newest and most inventive way to interact with other online users.It's not rare for online users to give highly personal information without hesitation in today's hyper-connected digital environment. Even people who are cautious about posting their phone number or address online may have their personal information stolen in other ways.People are increasingly conducting their business online. Online shopping, social networking, job hunting, and the ability to perform official duties online, such as renewing auto insurance or contacting local councils and government departments, ...
Read MoreWhat is the Point-to-Point Tunneling Protocol(PPTP)?
The Point-to-Point Tunnelling Protocol (PPTP) is a collection of communication protocols that control the safe implementation of virtual private networks (VPN), which enable businesses to extend their own private networks across the public Internet via "tunnels."A big corporation with offices worldwide can use PPTP to construct a large local area network (LAN) – basically a VPN - by using the architecture of a Wide Area Network (WAN), such as the network of a public Internet Service Provider (ISP) or telco. This is less expensive than setting out network infrastructure across such long distances.Through the construction of a VPN across TCP/IP-based ...
Read MoreWhat is Malspam?
While online, we all have come up with the term spam, which is now quite a common term and is even being recognized by computers automatically now. Ranging from spam calls to spam emails, spammers are now seen everywhere, and we can't deny the fact that they are pretty annoying, but there is another threat caught in some spam, commonly known as Malspam.What is Malspam?Malspam is a type of spam email that contains a virus. Such emails contain infected attachments, phishing messages, or harmful URLs to fool consumers. It can be used to spread ransomware, trojans, bots, information thieves, crypto ...
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