Norton UK Blog
The Dos and Don’ts of Using Public Wi-Fi
Public Wi-Fi is available just about everywhere, from the local coffee shop to the hotels and airports you visit while traveling. Wi-Fi has made our lives a little easier, but it also poses security risks to the personal information available on our laptops and smartphones. Here is a helpful list of dos and don’ts you should follow if you plan to use public Wi-Fi.
Posted in how to guides , online safety tips and online security
The Ultimate Parents’ Guide to Instagram
Second only to Facebook, Instagram is one of the most popular social media sites on the internet. It’s particularly popular with young people who flood the site with photos of themselves, their friends, and their lunches.
Posted in family security , how to guides and social media
Have you got a Yahoo account?
If you have a Yahoo account, you need to change your password now. If you reuse that password on any other online accounts, you should change that too.
Posted in online safety , online security and online threats
Got a new PC or mobile device? Here’s how to use it safely online
When you invest in a new PC, mobile or tablet it can be a pretty exciting time. From engaging in online experiences to getting lost in toying with its advanced technical capabilities, a new device opens up a world of possibilities to be ever more connected online. But, with these new experiences, come new challenges to protect your identity and personal data. We’ve put together a handy guide to new device safety to help you get the most from your new tech.
Posted in how to guides , mobile safety and online safety
Travel lifehacks to get the best from your tech
It’s the time of year when schools return for classes and the summer holidays seem a distant memory away. It might be back to the usual routine but if you’re the type of person that likes to grab that last minute getaway travel deal we’re sharing five of our best life hacks with you to make sure you get the most from your tech while away from home.
Posted in family security , online safety tips and online security
4 tourist scams to avoid on holiday
One of the highlights of any holiday is getting away from it all to have a rest and relax. Unfortunately criminals are aware of when we let our guard down and tourists are a key target for them.
Posted in family security , mobile safety and online threats
The Dangers of Parents and Children Instant Messaging
If today’s children are the first generation to be raised natively using instant messaging, they should remember that it was their parents who were the pioneers in crafting the art of texting and should be respected for their many great single line literary works and burns.
Posted in family security , mobile insights and social media
How to improve your Wi-Fi signal at home
Every day more of the country gets better, faster wi-fi coverage. But that doesn’t stop your signal at home dropping off or grinding to a halt every now and then. Here are the latest tips from our top experts on how to get the most from your home service.
Posted in gaming and entertainment , how to guides and internet of things
Social Media Safety: The Ultimate Guide
With 1.5 billion users on Facebook, 1000 million on WhatsApp, 400 million on Instagram and 320 million on Twitter…and growing, it’s fair to say that social networking has been globally embraced. As social media becomes chocked with our daily lives and personal information, it’s important to think about social safety for you and those you care for.
Posted in how to guides , online safety tips and social media
- Categories
- blog (4)
- digital trends (34)
- family security (28)
- gaming and entertainment (10)
- how to guides (29)
- internet of things (9)
- mac tips (2)
- mobile insights (13)
- mobile safety (26)
- online safety (63)
- online safety tips (34)
- online security (72)
- online security tips (35)
- online threats (50)
- optimise your device (14)
- parental control software (7)
- social media (14)
- Archives
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.
Norton 360 Deluxe and Norton 360 Premium now include a NEW feature Dark Web Monitoring§ Powered by LifeLock™
Learn More
