The 5 most frightful viruses terrorizing computer users everywhere

Mon Oct 31, 2016 by Norton-Team

One night of the year ghosts and goblins are free to haunt us. Malware and viruses, however, are free to terrorize us all year long. Here’s our…Five most frightful viruses terrorizing computer users everywhere.

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Mobile threats? Europol launches a new awareness campaign

Wed Oct 19, 2016 by Norton-Team

We love being connected in the digital world. Whether it’s our smartphone, tablet or Pc device it is hard to imagine a world without them. From online shopping, to gaming to sharing moments with our connections we use the online world in ways that have not gone unnoticed.

Did you know Smartphones and tablets are an increasingly attractive target for online criminals?

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Social media scams: How to spot a fake

Tue Oct 18, 2016 by Norton-Team

You’ve probably seen them lurking in your news feeds- breaking news reporting a celebrity’s death, photos of natural disasters striking major cities, video footage of riots and outrage over an accidental shooting- all seemingly legitimate news stories. However, this “news” may not be what it seems.

Posted in online safety tips , online security and social media

Public Wi-Fi security? Here's why you should use a VPN

Mon Oct 10, 2016 by Norton-Team

Did you know? 83% of people in the UK fear their information can be stolen when using public Wi-Fi…but only 16% do something to prevent it.*

Surfing the Web or transacting on an unsecured Wi-Fi network means you’re placing your private information and anonymity at risk. That’s why a virtual private network, better known as a VPN, is a must for anyone worried about their online security and privacy. No matter if your connecting to free wifi hotspots for pleasure or while travelling for business keeping your information safe on public networks is important.

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Swimming with the phishes: what a phishing scam will do to you

Fri Oct 07, 2016 by Norton-Team

Phishing can sometimes be dismissed as a less serious type of cybercrime but it can have devastating effects on people’s lives. How much damage could a scammer seriously do with some login details or some random personal information, you ask? Well, a lot as it turns out.

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Travelling for business? How you can avoid Wi-Fi woes.

Mon Oct 03, 2016 by Norton-Team

While most of us travel the globe vacationing, business travelers work their way around the country and the world 365 days a year. According to the quarterly GBTA Sentiment Business Traveler Index, these working travelers face challenges in staying productive on the go — and mobile connectivity is a large factor in the success of a business trip. Although often overlooked, staying secure on public Wi-Fi should also be an important thought when on business travel.

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