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Don’t be the easiest target: why you must disable automatic bluetooth connectivity

Your smartphone is constantly looking for connections. When you walk into a coffee shop, it searches for Wi-Fi. When you get into your car, it looks for your stereo system. This constant scanning for nearby connections, particularly Bluetooth, is incredibly convenient, but it also creates a subtle, silent security risk. Every time your phone is […]

Don’t travel without a safety net: backup your data before you hit the road

You’ve checked your passport, confirmed your hotel, and packed the perfect wardrobe. You’re ready for adventure! But wait—before you lock the front door and head to the airport, there is one crucial security step you absolutely must take: Back up all your important digital information. We know, backing up sounds like tedious homework, but trust […]

Free Wi-Fi: Friend or Foe? What You Need to Know

We’ve all been there: you’re out and about, maybe at a coffee shop, an airport, or a hotel, and you see that glorious “Free Wi-Fi” option. It’s tempting, right? A quick way to check emails, scroll through social media, or even get some work done. But before you connect, it’s crucial to understand a simple […]

Public Wi-Fi warning: why you need to be super careful with sensitive stuff

Who doesn’t love free Wi-Fi? Whether you’re at a coffee shop, an airport, a hotel, or even a local library, hopping onto a public Wi-Fi network feels like a lifesaver when your data is running low or you need to get some work done. It’s super convenient, right? But here’s the crucial thing you absolutely […]

Juice jacking alert: why public chargers can be dangerous

Our smartphones are practically glued to our hands, and there’s nothing worse than seeing that battery icon turn red when you’re out and about. So, when you spot a public charging station at an airport, a coffee shop, or even a USB port on a computer in a library, it feels like a lifesaver, right? […]

Shared computer – no problem – your outlook.com single-use code lifeline

We’ve all been there: you’re at the library, a hotel business center, or even a friend’s computer, and you desperately need to check your email. Your personal laptop is miles away, and using a shared machine seems like your only option. Now, let’s be super clear: logging into your personal email account on a public […]