Dawna Roberts

Dawna Roberts

Brushing scam: What is it and how does it work? Header image
Everyone loves getting free stuff. But if you suddenly start receiving a bunch of items you didn’t order, be wary. Although it might feel like you’ve won the lottery at first, you could...
Apr 18, 2024
6 min read
What is adware and how do you get rid of it? Header image
Online advertising is an inescapable reality of the digital age. That said, the average consumer prefers to keep ads to a minimum. Most of us don’t want to be bombarded by ads everywhere...
Apr 12, 2024
6 min read
Symmetric vs. asymmetric encryption: How are they different? Header image
One of the best ways to thwart online attackers is through encryption. Cybersecurity professionals use encryption to protect email, messaging, and applications and keep data private. However, you must understand that there are...
Apr 10, 2024
6 min read
How to avoid Venmo scams and keep your money safe: Header image
Venmo is one of the most popular payment apps used to send and receive money for personal and business transactions alike. As with any financial platform, however, hackers use it to commit fraud...
Apr 5, 2024
7 min read
What is quishing? Here's how QR code phishing works: Header image
When it comes to cyber threats, you might find yourself wondering, “What will be next?” Quishing is a term used to describe a relatively new type of attack designed to cause chaos and...
Apr 4, 2024
5 min read
Has your Facebook been hacked? Here's what you should do: Header image
Facebook is one of the most popular social media platforms. Friends and family use it to connect and share information, pictures, videos, and updates. Sadly, hackers have also discovered how lucrative it can...
Mar 29, 2024
5 min read
The 7 latest Zelle scams and how to stay safe from them: Header image
Scams of all kinds abound in the digital age, but those that target financial tools are particularly worrisome. If you aren’t careful, you could end up losing money or even access to your...
Mar 27, 2024
6 min read
How to factory reset a MacBook to erase your private data: Header image
Our electronic devices hold a lot of our personal information. So when your Mac changes hands, you want to be sure that none of your data changes hands along with it. This process...
Mar 25, 2024
6 min read
How to spot an Amazon scam and protect yourself from it: Header image
It’s hard to believe that just 30 years ago, Amazon.com started as one of the first online bookstores. Since then, Amazon has grown into a massive business offering products and services of all...
Mar 22, 2024
5 min read
What is a network security key and how do you find it? Header image
To a non-expert, the term “network security key” may sound high-tech. In reality, it refers to a very common cybersecurity feature found in most modern homes. It’s essential to know what a network...
Mar 15, 2024
5 min read