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Internet Cookies and Their Types

Pranav Bhardwaj
Updated on 23-Mar-2022 06:26:12

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While browsing websites, you might have come up with a pop asking you to accept cookies or deny them. So, what exactly is a cookie? Let us get to know more about it.What is a Cookie?Cookies are nothing but a small file containing text which is being made when you enter a website. According to the law, if a website plans on collecting cookies, it must get consent before doing so. When a new web page is opened, they're typically written.Cookies are tiny text files with a name, value, and attribute that are often encrypted. A web server's name is ... Read More

VPN vs. RDP: What’s the difference?

Pranav Bhardwaj
Updated on 23-Mar-2022 06:23:51

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Companies have to invite more outsiders (vendors, suppliers, and business partners) onto their networks and systems than ever before as our reliance on outsourcing grows. Although a vendor may require remote access for various reasons, the most common cause is to provide technical support. Due to the rising need, many tools have been developed to facilitate this activity. Some were created from existing technologies, while others were specifically designed to enable merchants access to networks.VPNs and remote desktop sharing are two of the most popular and widely utilized remote support tools. In both theory and practice, they are highly different ... Read More

VDI vs VPN: Which is best for remote workers?

Pranav Bhardwaj
Updated on 23-Mar-2022 06:21:01

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What is VDI?Virtual Desktop Interfaces (VDI) is a shadow duplicate of the desktop, including the operating system, installed apps, and documents, that is saved and runs fully on the server that hosts it. Because the whole process of running the interface is done at the central server, VDI allows users to view their desktop remotely, frequently from a mobile device.VDI works by storing operating system preferences, software programmes, documents, and other customised data on a cloud server. In principle, or in an ideal world, the user experience is identical to that of a physical desktop computer.VDIs were created with the ... Read More

Tips to stay safe while browsing the Internet

Pranav Bhardwaj
Updated on 23-Mar-2022 06:00:03

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As a result of the pandemic, the Internet has become an increasingly important part of our lives and everyday routine, raising safety issues and responsibilities. Every year, many people are victims of cybercrime, and we all know that the Internet can be a hazardous place if you aren't attentive and vigilant.Yes, the Internet is lovely, but it also creates obstacles to ensuring our identity and data remain safe online. Aside from social media apps, we utilise a variety of banking and financial platforms on the Internet, all of which are vulnerable to hacking. As a result, our responsibility is to ... Read More

Top credit card security tips while shopping online

Pranav Bhardwaj
Updated on 23-Mar-2022 05:57:03

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We now live in a completely virtual universe in which we spend the majority of our time, whether looking through our social media pages or having food and groceries delivered to our door; we are all completely reliant on technology. We know that most of us will be acquiring anything online during the Big Billion Days or the Great Indian Festival, where the variety is endless, and the offers are insane. However, before visiting these online purchasing sites, we must all be informed of any security problems.Threats to Online ShoppingLet's check some of the potential risks of shopping online and ... Read More

SSH vs VPN: Which is more secure?

Pranav Bhardwaj
Updated on 23-Mar-2022 11:42:59

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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 More

Proxy vs VPN: What are the main differences?

Pranav Bhardwaj
Updated on 23-Mar-2022 05:48:11

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VPNs and proxies both provide a better level of privacy than you may otherwise have, allowing you to browse the Internet anonymously by masking your IP address in various ways. However, the manner in which they do this is completely different.A proxy serves as a gateway, making it perfect for simple tasks such as anonymous online browsing and maintaining (or evading) content restrictions. Proxy servers are ideal for viewing geo-restricted material since they excel at IP masking and misdirection. They enable users to circumvent content limitations and monitoring, as well as impose website content restrictions, such as the inability to ... Read More

What is Port Forwarding?

Pranav Bhardwaj
Updated on 23-Mar-2022 05:46:22

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Port forwarding is a networking method in which a gateway or similar device forwards all incoming communication/traffic to the same port on any internal network node. An external source network or system can link to an internal source node/port, which commonly connects to Internet services and a private LAN. Port mapping, tunnelling, and punch through are the terms used to describe port forwarding.Port forwarding is generally used to separate network traffic, improve network performance, and allocate a network path for a certain protocol or network service on a permanent basis. Port forwarding often uses well-known port numbers. To automate the ... Read More

How to stay safe online while working remotely?

Pranav Bhardwaj
Updated on 23-Mar-2022 05:43:31

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Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, businesses will undoubtedly be under pressure to ensure their availability of corporate resources in locations outside their control. Even after the pandemic has passed, many experts believe that remote working will continue to be popular in various industries.While working from home offers numerous advantages, it exposes individuals and enterprises to various cybersecurity dangers. At home, you are more responsible for cybersecurity, although, at work, someone else is usually in charge. Even if your employer provides you with a computer, you have some control over how you use it.Security RisksRemote workers are frequently the first to ... Read More

How to Spot Fake LinkedIn Profiles?

Pranav Bhardwaj
Updated on 23-Mar-2022 05:40:42

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As we all tend to grow more and more into the online world, our professions are also getting an excellent opportunity to participate in this. Be it a home business or a professional job LinkedIn is the place to help boost your career.But just like any other online networking platform LinkedIn also faces a few threats, and a common one is fake profiles in their media; however, it has recently been discovered that there are several fraudulent LinkedIn profiles out there that are used to connect with unsuspecting people and then collect their personal and professional information.These bogus LinkedIn profiles ... Read More

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