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What is adware? Your complete guide to protection and security
Every day ads are a normal part of using the internet. You’ll likely encounter them every time you open your browser. However, if you’re constantly seeing pop-ups and intrusive ads, you might have...
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What is 128-bit encryption, and is it still secure?
128-bit encryption remains a cornerstone of online security, protecting everything from virtual private network (VPN) traffic to mobile apps. It’s widely used and has never been reported to have bee...
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Zeus virus (Zbot malware): What it is and how to stay protected
The Zeus virus is best known for fueling large-scale financial cybercrime and stealing banking credentials. Although the original Zeus virus is no longer active, it spawned numerous variants that rema...
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Rate limiting for network security: What it is and how it works
Any system exposed to the internet can face surges in traffic, from malicious attacks aimed at disrupting services to automated requests that drain resources. Even legitimate users can unintentionally...
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What is quantum computing? From qubits to real-world use cases
Think of a computer that doesn't just process 0s and 1s but can evaluate many possibilities simultaneously. That's the idea behind quantum computing, an emerging field that uses the principles of quan...
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What is Trojan malware? Full guide to risks and protection
You download a file that looks completely ordinary, like a game, a free tool, or an email attachment, and open it without a second thought. Nothing seems wrong at first. But behind the scenes, malicio...
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Browser isolation: What it is and why it matters
From malicious ads to malware infections, there are many threats you might encounter while browsing the internet. The risks posed by hazards like malicious redirects and drive-by downloads can be miti...
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Fast flux networks: Complete guide to risks and detection
Fast flux is a Domain Name System (DNS)-based evasion technique that rapidly rotates the IP addresses associated with a malicious domain so that it doesn’t remain at a single host. Attackers achieve...
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Wacatac trojan: What it is and how to remove it safely
It can be very unsettling to discover that your device may be infected with the Wacatac trojan. This type of malware can steal data, install other malicious programs, or open backdoors for attackers, ...
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What is AES encryption?
When it comes to encryption, AES, or Advanced Encryption Standard, is king. It’s the leading form of encryption in use today, trusted by the likes of the U.S. government and renowned for its speed, ...
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