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Easily log into your device with Windows Hello

Posted on Friday April 01, 2022 | security, microsoft, privacy, windows 10, biometrics, windows hello, facial recognition, passwordless, windows 11, fingerprint scan, iris scan, pin code

When it comes to accessing devices, entering a password is a hassle, not to mention fast becoming obsolete in terms of providing strong security. Thankfully, Windows 10 and 11 users can use Windows Hello, a feature that provides a convenient and secure way to log in with just a look, a touch, or a PIN code.

WordPress website maintenance: 6 Most essential tasks

Posted on Friday February 25, 2022 | security, malware, website, backups, wordpress, maintenance

Maintaining your WordPress website is not as hard as it seems — just follow this simple maintenance checklist we’ve prepared for you. We’ve outlined six essential tasks that you should perform regularly to keep your WordPress site running smoothly.

Windows 11 settings you should turn off

Posted on Monday February 21, 2022 | security, browser, microsoft, cookies, privacy, pc, cortana, microsoft edge, windows 11, personalized ads

Do you feel like your online activity is being spied on? That’s because it probably is — but not by cybercriminals as you might think. It’s more likely that it’s your operating system that's tracking your information. Learn more about Windows 11’s not-so-private settings and how to fix them to ensure your privacy.

Understanding fileless malware

Posted on Friday February 18, 2022 | security, malware, cybersecurity, fileless malware

Though fileless malware has been around much longer, it only became a mainstream method of cyberattack in 2017. With fileless malware, cybercriminals are able to use legitimate tools and services, such as existing software, applications, and authorized protocols, to carry out malicious activities like unauthorized data retrieval or data damage. Left unchecked, these types of malware can adversely affect your business processes and the infrastructures that run them.

The advantages of a hybrid cloud setup

Posted on Monday February 07, 2022 | cloud computing, security, hybrid cloud, scalability, web and cloud

Each of the original types of cloud infrastructure — public and private — comes with their own sets of pros and cons. Fortunately for resource-strapped small- and medium-sized businesses (SMBs), they don’t need to conduct trial and error to see which one is best for them — they can simply reach a happy medium with the hybrid cloud.

The dangers of password autofill

Posted on Monday January 31, 2022 | firefox, safari, security, web browsers, privacy, chrome, passwords, cybersecurity, general articles c, autofill

Modern web browsers and password managers come with a feature called password autofill. This helps users store and automatically use their account credentials to access websites and other applications. While password autofill is convenient, it comes with security risks.