Digital detox guide: Essential steps to unplug and recharge
How much social media, online shopping, and mindless scrolling make up your digital diet?...
Nicola Massier-Dhillon is an experienced cybersecurity and technology writer. Nicola spent many years as a senior copywriter and creative lead in marketing agencies, crafting compelling content and campaigns for major tech brands like HP, Dell, and Microsoft. She originally hales from Namibia and is a passionate advocate for the conservation of wild habitats--also putting her words to work for charities, eco-tourism, and healthcare. Nicola spends her time looking after her (wild) twins, rescue cats, and a crested gecko called Giles.
Adware: what it is, how it works, and how to protect yourself
It’s a type of malware that sneaks onto your device with one annoying purpose:...
Password Manager: What it is and how it works
You alone hold the key to making a secure Master Password.
Network Security Key: What is it and where can you find it?
A Network Security Key may sound like something you’d need to crack open a...
How to see sensitive content on Twitter
“This tweet might contain sensitive content…” If that sounds familiar, you’re a Twitter user...
If you must explore the depths of the darknet, access it more safely
The darknet: a mysterious online world shrouded in secrecy or the gloomy underbelly of...
The simple guide to password protecting a folder or file in Windows 10
If you think that locks are just for safes and front doors—think again. You...
What is malware and how does it work?
Cybercriminals use it to extract personal data, corrupt files, or even take over your...
Is using a VPN on public Wi-Fi really necessary?
It’s a common scenario. You’re sitting in a coffee shop, restaurant, or waiting at...
Anonymous browsing: A simple guide to online privacy
Imagine disappearing from the internet…and no, we’re not referring to a digital detox, but...