The Internet has redefined the manner in which we conduct business and communicate. Unlike in the past when one would spend hours in the library or walking from one store to another searching for a particular product, it is now possible to get all the same information in seconds by using the internet. You no longer have to queue in the bank to deposit money into your account, as you can do that on your computer through the bank’s online banking platform. Read More
In the current highly digitalized world, you cannot let your guard down when working online or sharing files with colleagues using a USB stick. As new data sharing technologies are developed, cybercriminals and hackers are busy coming up with ingenious and advanced ways of achieving their heinous objectives. The personal information is often sold in the black market. Therefore, it is imperative to have good antivirus software installed on your computer, smartphone, and other mobile devices. Read More
By now, you know how to spot spoofing emails that are used by hackers to spread malware. You also would not click on links embedded in suspicious emails even if they came from one of your closest friends and you have the ability to identify fake senders when you see one, right. You are not alone, millions of other U.S citizens to are aware of the various techniques used by hackers to infect computers with viruses through the internet. Read More
This is one of the most common questions people ask when scouting for an antivirus. There are some factors that you should put into consideration before making your final decision. How much time per week do your spend browsing the internet? What type of websites do you often visit? Read More
Popups are associated with adware, a type of malicious software or malware that is installed on your PC without your knowledge. Malware often lives on your PC as toolbars, system utilities or plugins/add-ons on your browser. Cybercriminals are known to install malware into unsuspecting computers via free services or software. Examples include software downloads, free games, free movies, among others. Read More
There are very few nasty and demoralizing experiences that are equivalent to working on a computer that is infected with malware. You may be tempted to install one of the cheap or free antivirus software to get rid of the malware, but unfortunately, such programs have been proven to be ineffective in dealing with the modern-day viruses. Read More
Are you sure that your smartphone shuts down when you press the power button? AVG mobile malware investigation team has discovered a new and advanced malware dubbed “Android/PowerOffHijack” that is spreading like bush fire in Chinese app stores. Read More
