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IMAP vs. POP3: What you need to know before choosing an email protocol
Internet Message Access Protocol (IMAP) and Post Office Protocol version 3 (POP3) are two common ways for email apps to access messages from a mail server. However, they take very different approaches...
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VDI vs. VPN: Which remote access solution is right for your business?
Virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI) and virtual private networks (VPNs) are often compared as remote access options, but they work in fundamentally different ways. VDI provides users with a desktop r...
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Virus signature explained: How it works and why it matters in cybersecurity
Virus signatures are a fundamental part of most antivirus software today. They’ve been around for several decades, defending against threats ranging from early worms to modern ransomware. But malwar...
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What is remote printing and how it makes printing from anywhere easy
Printing used to mean connecting to a nearby printer, usually via a cable or over the same local network. Remote printing changed that: with the right setup, you can send documents from another room, ...
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What jailbreaking an iPhone does and why we don’t recommend it
You may have heard about people jailbreaking their iPhones to install unauthorized apps or customize the operating system (OS) in ways Apple doesn’t allow. If you’re considering this, you should f...
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Predator spyware explained: How it works and how to reduce risk
Predator is commercial mobile spyware used in highly targeted surveillance operations. Unlike ordinary spyware, which is often spread through phishing, malicious downloads, or deceptive apps, Predator...
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What is web filtering? Types, benefits, and best practices for safer browsing
Web filtering refers to a range of tools that help control which websites and online content users can access. It's used in schools, workplaces, and homes to reduce exposure to malicious sites, enforc...
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What is unauthorized access? Risks, causes, and how to prevent it
Unauthorized access can be as simple as someone using stolen login details to open an account that isn’t theirs, or as complex as an attacker moving through business systems after gaining a foothold...
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What is the Internet of Things (IoT) and why does it matter in everyday life?
Connected technology is no longer limited to phones and computers. It’s increasingly built into everyday objects, from smart speakers and household devices to transport systems, connected medical de...
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Cyber hygiene best practices: A practical guide to staying secure online
Small security gaps can build up over time, whether they involve an overdue update, a reused password, or an account with unnecessary access. Cyber hygiene reduces this exposure through routine practi...
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