Security

What is spyware? Definition, types, and how to keep it off your Mac: Header image
Online privacy is on everyone’s mind these days. However, our modern digital world is making privacy much more of a challenge to achieve. The internet and shared networks open up untold vulnerabilities, and...
Mar 7, 2024
5 min read
What is a browser hijacker, and how do you remove it from a Mac? Header image
The threats just keep coming. It seems like every time you turn around, there is another type of cybersecurity danger to worry about. But fret not; we’ve got you covered. Just as the...
Mar 6, 2024
5 min read
How to tell if your Twitter (X) was hacked, and what to do next: Header image
X, formerly Twitter, owned by billionaire Elon Musk, is one of the most popular social media platforms on the planet. But because of its popularity and notoriety, Twitter (X) is also a prime...
Mar 1, 2024
6 min read
What is trojan horse malware, and how harmful is it to your Mac? Header image
Malware is the buzzword of the day. We hear it in reference to many different types of online attacks, and almost everyone has at least some idea of what it is — and...
Feb 29, 2024
7 min read
What is malware? Definition, types, detection and prevention: Header image
Malware has become the bane of every technology lover’s existence. Not only is it annoying, but it is also very damaging and can lead to severe consequences. These days, anyone who uses a...
Feb 26, 2024
7 min read
What is a credential stuffing attack? The meaning and prevention: Header image
Educating yourself on various types of online threats can help keep you and your information safe. One type of online attack is credential stuffing, a method that threatens your online accounts and login...
Feb 20, 2024
5 min read
Cryptojacking: What is it and how does it affect your Mac? Header image
In the world of cybercrime, the objective is usually financial gain. Cryptojacking is just one example of the many types of cyberattacks in which the perpetrator steals money while keeping the victim completely...
Feb 14, 2024
5 min read
Has your email been hacked? Here's what to do right away: Header image
Email has become the preferred method of communication for most of us. Consequently, it’s a horrifying experience to find out your email account has been hacked or that someone is using it to...
Feb 8, 2024
5 min read
What is an exploit? Definition, types, and infamous examples: Header image
There are so many terms used in cybersecurity that it’s sometimes hard to keep them all straight. Most people have heard about “exploits,” but some of us may not fully understand what they...
Feb 2, 2024
5 min read
Chances are, you’ve heard of some of the pirated or cracked software that’s available for macOS. You may have even downloaded and installed some of it yourself at one point or another. Doing...
Feb 1, 2024
5 min read