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Online Gambling – Worth a flutter?

Wed May 11, 2016 by brian cody

Gambling is not a new phenomenon, in fact archaeological evidence indicates that it existed in rudimentary forms as far back as 40,000 BC when our ancestors threw dice made of bone; around 30,000 years later the Chinese developed a wagering game involving tiles, then came the Persian game of As-Nas in the 17th century, the advent of saloons in 19th century America, and the introduction of the modern casino as we know it, of which there are now some 3500 in existence.

Posted in gaming and entertainment , online security and online threats

Biometrics – A Hacker’s Delight

Wed May 11, 2016 by brian cody

With the recent news that some of the UK’s major banking companies will be offering their customers the chance to use fingerprint or voice authentication to access their bank accounts biometrics are very much in the spotlight. So, what exactly are biometrics and how could they possibly be as secure as they seem?

Posted in digital trends , online safety and online threats

What Is Clickjacking?

Wed May 11, 2016 by brian cody

You’ve heard of carjacking, and may recall Nicolas Cage’s performance in Con Air—an action-packed thriller about dangerous prisoners hijacking a plane. Now it’s time to familiarize yourself with Clickjacking, an Internet scam that’s out to steal your clicks.

Posted in online safety , online security and online threats

Is Online Dating for you? The risks and benefits of searching for love online.

Thu May 05, 2016 by Norton_Team

According to recent UK Online Dating Statistics, 1 in 5 relationships in Great Britain now start online and with a study published by a leading matchmaking website suggesting that by 2031 that figure could well be 1 in 2 it is apparent that most of the stigma surrounding online dating has dissipated.

Posted in blog , digital trends and online safety

The personal information you think is private may not be

From cybercriminals hacking into Wi-Fi connections and devices, your personal information could be exposed or worse, end up for sale on the dark web.

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