Tag: Cyber

The Growing Need for Cyber Security Professionals

Our society depends upon computers and the internet to function, but as this dependence grows, so does the risk of cybercrimes perpetrated by hackers, terrorists, and criminals. Recent high profile breaches in top companies such as Apple and Google highlight the need for increased security against these attacks, which can cause millions of dollars in… Continue reading The Growing Need for Cyber Security Professionals

5 Cyber Security Tips For Small Businesses

Businesses large and small must take precautions against security threats. In the past two years there have been some high-profile attacks on major companies. Apple, Google, Amazon, PayPal, Visa, and many more have all been hacked. Hackers are also targeting small businesses because there is a perceived lack of security. Protecting your business, intellectual property,… Continue reading 5 Cyber Security Tips For Small Businesses

Cyber Warfare: A Modern Day Battle Frontier

What is Cyber Warfare? Cyber warfare, cyber espionage, cyber terrorism, cyber attack and similar terms have become common in news reports and commentaries. Moreover, a constant barrage of adds on TV and the Internet warns us of the dangers of cyber identity theft. Consequently, anyone with a rudimentary understanding of the Internet and warfare has… Continue reading Cyber Warfare: A Modern Day Battle Frontier

Teens And Cyber Stalking: Is Your Child Being Stalked Online?

We can’t avoid using the internet. It’s made shopping, banking, and communicating so much easier. But if we have children, we must educate them about the proper and safe ways to use online services in order to avoid problems, like identity theft, cyber bullying or online stalking. As for cyber stalking, well, there are all… Continue reading Teens And Cyber Stalking: Is Your Child Being Stalked Online?

Computer Forensics Recruiter Helps Find Out How To Learn Skills To Fight Cyber Crime

Cyber crimes are happening at an alarming rate today, and these types of crimes are affecting many people. Those who have been the victim of these types of crimes know how troublesome they can be, and in some cases, they can be damaging to businesses. Small businesses in particular have little in the way of… Continue reading Computer Forensics Recruiter Helps Find Out How To Learn Skills To Fight Cyber Crime

Cyber Terrorism: The Truth about Hacktivism

In 2010, users of Paypal were unable to access their money or make transactions for almost eight hours. The reason? The site had been hit by a Denial of Service (DDoS) attack by the hacktivist group Anonymous, who were protesting Paypal’s decision to stop taking donations on behalf of Wikileaks founder Julian Assange. On their… Continue reading Cyber Terrorism: The Truth about Hacktivism

Cyber Convenience

Fifteen years ago, when you needed to buy something, there weren’t many options. You had access to the stores located near you, or if you planned ahead you could shop from a catalog. However, both these options have their negatives. Especially if you live in a rural area, you may not have access to a… Continue reading Cyber Convenience

Forgot MS Access Password – Here is the Solution

Remembering passwords of so many different files is one of the toughest tasks for almost all of us. But, in this era of cyber crime not protecting our crucial files is also a threat. Thus, it is recommended to set passwords to all the crucial applications and files to make them unreachable by unwanted users.… Continue reading Forgot MS Access Password – Here is the Solution

United States Agencies Seize 150 Counterfiet Merchandise Sites Just Before Cyber Monday

Just how can a site afford to sell you quality, brand name merchandise for more half the price of every other competitor? It turns out that very often, they cannot. Counterfeit products have existed for years, peddled by street vendors who try to talk you into an amazing deal. The internet is no stranger to… Continue reading United States Agencies Seize 150 Counterfiet Merchandise Sites Just Before Cyber Monday