Protection
Internet of Things – How to Protect Your Home Devices
https://www.helpcloud.com/blog/internet-of-things-how-to-protect-your-home-devices/
November 23, 2017 — HelpCloud Resolution — The Internet of Things (IoT) is changing a lot about the world you live in. Everything from the way you drive to the way you pay for coffee is changing thanks to IoT. Intelligent sensors and chips are built into the things around you, and then they …
Understanding Firewalls and How they Protect Your Computer and Data
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November 10, 2017 — HelpCloud Resolution — Before we delve into the world of firewalls, you need to understand what broadband is and how it works. You’ll also need to learn how a router connects with broadband technology. A router takes information, generally from a broadband signal, and delivers …
How to Protect Yourself From the KRACK Attack
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October 30, 2017 — HelpCloud Resolution — Last week, news about a Key Reinstallation Attack (KRACK) went public. There is a security flaw in Wi-Fi Protected Access II (WPA2), a protocol that secures all modern protected Wi-Fi networks. An adversary can break the encryption between a router and a …
How to Spot Online Scams and Frauds
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October 13, 2017 — HelpCloud Resolution — Are you familiar with an “open door” policy? This idea is standard practice at many businesses, but others denounce it entirely. Those that adhere to the policy believe it increases communication—which is a pillar of a successful organization. However, …
Identity Theft Protection Monitoring and Recovery Services
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July 23, 2017 — HelpCloud Resolution — There were 38.3 million identity crime victims in 2015 (that’s one in eight Americans) – 2016 Fraud Report, Javelin Strategy & Research. Identity theft is a serious and growing issue, but there are precautions that you can (and should) …
Ransomware – Video Series
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May 16, 2017 — HelpCloud Resolution — What is ransomware? How does it work? How do you protect your computer and files from this type of malware? Watch our 3 part video series to discover everything you need to know and how to stay safe online. Part 1 – What is Ransomware?[utah_video_youtube …
The Top Antivirus Software Programs
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November 3, 2015 — HelpCloud Resolution — Because there are so many bells and whistles that come with antivirus software (they don’t just protect from viruses most of the time), it’s hard to choose which one would work best for you. We’ve narrowed it down to just three well known antivirus …
Surf Safely: Top 5 Mobile Security Apps
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November 3, 2015 — HelpCloud Resolution — We’ve all heard the stories about celebrities getting their cell phones hacked, resulting in their private information being sold to the highest bidder. It’s easy to think of them as isolated incidents, but in fact it happens far more often than what gets …
Social Media Safety: Keeping Your Information Private
https://www.helpcloud.com/blog/social-media-security-privacy-protection-online/
October 6, 2015 — HelpCloud Resolution — Social media is a great way to connect and interact with friends, family, and coworkers online. The media aspect provides news, entertainment, and information about loved ones. The social aspect is where it can get a bit dangerous. It’s one thing to be …