How To
How to Stay Safe, Protect Your Privacy and Digital Life
Educating yourself
From clean computing, avoiding malware, setting up new devices to staying safe on social media, our “how-to” section has everything you need to know to keep yourself safe. In this section, you can learn how to spot spam, stop spyware in its tracks, avoid ransomware, malware and more.
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6 tips for safer online shopping
To give you piece of mind while online shopping during the Holiday season here are four simple things you can do to protect yourself.
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Clean your phone for a better digital life
Have you ever wondered what an actual white hat hacker has to say about your online security?
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6 tips to avoid getting a virus on the internet
How do you avoid getting a virus on the internet? Here’s our tips
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6 Things We Can Learn From Gaming
Do you think that video and computer games are a waste of time? Then read our article to find out why that might not be the case.
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How to wipe a computer hard drive in 5 steps
It’s not enough to simply delete your old files. Why? The delete button doesn’t actually delete your information permanently.
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What will biohacking mean for the future?
Biohacking is a particular go-to, where man and machine are blended into one super human. What will it mean for the future?
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This is digital living on the bright side
Today, we’re painting the town yellow (Norton yellow) and we're excited to share Norton’s new brand promise and refreshed look.
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Ransomware on the rise: Norton tips on how to prevent getting infected
Many online users are still being confronted with similar messages to the above thanks to a type of malware called ransomware. The scam works by using malware to disable the victims’ computers until they pay a ransom to restore access.
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How to Know if Your Computer Has a Virus
Are there ways to tell that your computer has been infected before it eats all your files? There are, as it so happens, and here’s what you can do about it
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Security Tips from a Real Life Hacker
Have you ever wondered what an actual white hat hacker has to say about your online security?
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How to get rid of spam emails
Email spam is unsolicited, bulk-sent email messages sent to an inbox. Learn how to get rid of spam emails from invading your privacy.
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Safer Internet Day: Good cyber hygiene habits to help stay safe online
Cyber hygiene involves using products and tools that fit your needs, performing hygienic tasks correctly, and starting a routine.
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How to shop online more safely during the Holiday season (and afterwards)
A hacked Twitch account is no fun and should be taken seriously – especially if you are a streamer. Here are the signs to look out for
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Was your Twitch account hacked? Top prevention steps
A hacked Twitch account is no fun and should be taken seriously – especially if you are a streamer. Here are the signs to look out for.
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NCSIR 2021: Special Release – Gaming & Cybercrime
Everything you need to know on the 2021 Norton Cyber Safety Insights Report: Special Release – Gaming & Cybercrime
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Digital Detox: Take control of your smartphone
Do you feel like you’re spending too much time on front of digital devices? Then a digital detox might be exactly what you need.
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What to do if you become involved in a data breach
Cybercriminals are attracted to stealing data that they can make money from, such as credit and debit card numbers, bank account numbers, Social Security numbers, birthdates, full names and addresses. They can commit identity theft with Social Security numbers, sell credit and debit card numbers to other cybercriminals or bleed bank accounts dry using bank account information.
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Myth-Busting: 5 ways you think your information is secure online
College is a whole new world. Between the excitement of living on your own, meeting new people, and picking out classes you actually care about, there are some equally important things to consider while embracing your full-fledged independence.
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The evolution of Norton™ protection: A brief timeline of cybersecurity
The evolution of Norton protection: A brief timeline of cybersecurity
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How to choose antivirus software: What you need to know
Learn how to choose antivirus software to protect your computer or mobile device against viruses, malware, phishing, ransomware and other threats.
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Spam, spam, go away
Spam. In some ways, it's the electronic equivalent of junk mail and junk phone calls. Spam is not only an unsolicited and annoying nuisance, it's also a pervasive problem that's clogging and overwhelming the Internet's email systems. Spam accounts for approximately 80 percent of worldwide email volume.
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How Norton 360 can help take your online privacy and security to the next level?
Protect your devices and your online privacy with Norton 360
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How to recognise and avoid tech support scams
Tech support scams can be executed via cold calls, pop-up messages, and incorrect search engine results. Learn more.
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How to clean your computer: Software and hardware
Cleaning your computer’s hardware and software is important for a lot of reasons. Here’s how to practice clean computing.
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How do you clear cookies on your computer?
What are cookies and how do you clear cookies on your computer?
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How to secure your passwords
Let’s face facts: it's easy to forget passwords. People often use simple words, such as a pet's name, or easy-to-remember dates such as a wedding anniversary. A hacker could try your name, children's names, birthdates and pets' names as passwords to get access to your computer.
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Catch spyware before it snags you
Have you ever clicked on an intriguing ad or link while surfing the Web and had a barrage of pop-up windows flood your screen or your browser suddenly send you to a slew of unsavory sites?
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Your guide to 5 types of cybercrime and how to stay safe online
What types of cybercrime are there and how do you stay safe online?
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What is cybercrime? How it works and how to stop it
Do you know what is cybercrime is? Here’s how it works and how to stop it
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8 ways to help protect yourself against cybercrime
Find how what precautions you can take to protect yourself against cybercrime
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Judgment Day? Why you don’t have to fear machine learning
Machine learning is a type of artificial intelligence that helps computers learn without having to be programmed by a person. The goal is to get computers to learn in a similar manner to humans.
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How advanced encryption has made phishing emails harder to detect
Phishing attacks are still one of the most common security challenges that bothcommon usersand businesses face in keeping their information safe and secure
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Blast from the past: the 5 best tech trends of the 90s
There’s no generation quite so good at nostalgia as the children of the 90s. But was it really all it was cracked up to be?
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Your essential 4 step guide to using a VPN to secure your network
How to use a VPN to secure your network and help protect your data
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What is an SSL certificate?
When you fill out a website form, how do you know if it’s secure? Find out more about SSL certificates.
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The importance of general software updates and patches
We all get them from time to time- those little windows that pop up, notifying us that there are software updates available for our computer. Chances are, these always seem to present themselves...
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Phishing frenzy: how to keep phishers out of your inbox
Phishing emails come in many different forms. Learn how to spot them.
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Is paying for Antivirus worth it?
When it comes to digital safety, buying an antivirus security suite is a small price to pay.
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What to look for when buying antivirus software
There are a few things to consider before you acquire security and antivirus software. Here are some of the points to keep in mind as you shop.
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The importance of data back-up
Have you ever lost a lot of really important data? Or, alternately, have you ever had a moment of panic where you thought you did? Whether it's images of a family vacation, a report from work or a...
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How to protect your new tech
The holiday season is the most wonderful time of the year, and a time when many receive new gadgets. If youre the type that regularly receives smartwatches, wearable tech, and other gadgets as gifts,...
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7 Do's and Don’ts of secure online tax filing
Online fraud is one of fastest growing crimes of our time. The ability to be anonymous, and the fact that it can be performed anywhere in the world makes it very difficult, if not impossible, for law enforcement to curb it.
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7 tips to conquer your email inbox once and for all
Is your inbox overflowing with mail? Here's 7 tips to conquer your email inbox once and for all
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The 8 Steps to Safer Online Shopping
Get the most out of your online retail experience with our guide to safer online shopping.
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Black Friday shopping? Here's how to stay safe
A guide to getting that great black Friday/Cyber Monday deal without the added risk.
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10 Internet safety rules to help keep your family safe online
Tips for parents to help keep their family safe online.
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This is how to avoid scams when booking travel online
Searching for that ideal summer deal getaway? This is how to avoid scams when booking travel online
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How to fix the Apple password flaw
Apple recently announced an update to patch a security flaw in the password login on Mac's. Here's how to ensure you are protected.
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8 ways to protect your private information online
Having a productive and safe online digital life is important for you and your family to get the most from online experiences. We list some of the ways you can protect your private information online.
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7 tips to prevent ransomware
Malicious software that uses encryption to hold data for ransom has become wildly successful over the last few years.
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Kids' Safety
With the right information at your fingertips, you can make better decisions for your child’s cyber safety. Read articles about online security for your family.