internet safety

  1. Top 10 Tips for Using Windows Parental Controls for Your Child's Safety

    The internet is often described as the "wild west" of our modern digital age—thrilling, full of opportunity, but also fraught with potential dangers. The anonymity of cyberspace can expose children to inappropriate content, online predators, cyberbullying, and more. Thankfully, if you're a...
  2. How to Set Up OpenDNS FamilyShield on Windows 10/11 for Safe Browsing

    In an age where the Internet serves as a vast ocean of information, ensuring a safe digital environment for children and family members has become an increasingly pressing concern. Fortunately, OpenDNS FamilyShield offers an intuitive solution for blocking adult content across all browsers...
  3. How to Install Net Nanny on Windows 11: A Complete Guide

    In today's digital age, parental controls have become an essential tool for protecting children from potential online dangers. Enter Net Nanny, a renowned parental control software that allows parents to manage their children's internet usage effectively. Available for Windows, macOS, Android...
  4. Microsoft Edge Privacy?

    I use Microsoft Edge quite a bit and I like it. I also have Firefox installed and also like that browser. But I tend to lean more towards Edge. I often read that Edge isn't considered a private browser, although it is secure. I stay away from Chrome since I understand that Google mines users'...
  5. Windows 11 Have I been scammed?

    Hi everyone. I received an email from Comcast today, it says that my service will be suspended unless I update my payment information. It said that the credit card company failed to authorize the payment. This message really looks official, when I clicked on My Account in the message, I...
  6. Windows 10 Help in preventing ARP poisoning

    Hi all, It seems that I am ARP spoofed. Recently I have installed the XARP application which is able to detect only ARP poisoning; thanks to it I had the proof that I am victim of such attacks. It seems that my Linux system is not affected by this fraudolent practice while my Windows firewall...
  7. NEWS The 'Joker' Virus: Everything You Need To Know – Updated December 2021

    The ‘Joker’ virus has been around since 2017, it has been a recurring thread to Android OS to this day. You’ve probably heard of this virus on more than one occasion. Considering that it surfaced two times in the last couple of months, we’ve decided to give you more detailed information about...
  8. Windows 10 New to me, scam!!!

    I received a new to me email message with an attached image file. I didn't click on the image and researched the senders address. ***6762720@vzwpix.com I entered the stars instead of the area code. This seems to be a new scam, at least I've not run into it before. Just a warning, and I was...
  9. Introducing Microsoft Edge Kids Mode, a safer space for your child to discover the web

    There’s so much to be grateful for about the internet – immediate access to the world’s information at your fingertips, discovering inspiring content like DIY videos, and staying connected with family and friends through social media (I love a good cat meme 😊). But with all the greatness the web...
  10. Safety and privacy in Microsoft Edge

    October is almost over! The leaves are changing, pumpkin spices are everywhere, and frights and haunts are becoming commonplace. In the U.S., it’s also National Cyber Security Awareness month. To celebrate it all, we’ll share some of the great security and privacy features that we’ve added to...
  11. Phishing in 2019

    Does anyone feel that phishing has developed? E.g. in my personal feeling, there are fewer email scams nowadays. Your thoughts, guys?
  12. Windows 10 Stay away from S5Mark VPN it's a rootkit really

    PC World just posted a article where Bitdefender found S5Mark VPN to actually be a rootkit and not a VPN. Article link : S5Mark is a 'VPN' that is actually a rootkit in disguise, BitDefender says
  13. CCleaner Compromised to Distribute Malware for Almost a Month

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  14. VIDEO NEVER Use Public Wi-Fi Again! (Unless You Watch This)

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  15. Adobe Flash Player security vulnerability release

    Today, we released an Adobe Flash Player security update to provide additional protections against malicious attackers. As a best practice, we encourage customers to turn on automatic updates. More information about these updates can be found on the Link Removed. MSRC team Continue reading...
  16. Windows 10 Funnysearching browser hijacker (Chrome)

    After installing another piece of software, I accidentally installed a bunch of adware as well. I was able to remove almost everything permanently except for the Funnysearching browser hijacker. My anti-malware programs (Kaspersky Virus Removal Tool, Malwarebytes, and Avast!) say that they...
  17. Am I safe from the botnet attacks?

    Hi, I have an account for bitcoins. I use the account for online games. I am worried about its security after watching this video blog. Link Removed They say that bitcoin accounts are prone to attacks from botnets. And they say users of windows servers are also prone to such attacks. What...
  18. Ransomware software

    Here's is a free software for ransomware......read the full article. RansomFree is the free program that protects your PC against ransomware Here's the link to the software.... Link Removed
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    Anyone heard of SafeClix?

    My cousin told me about a card he is using to block all viruses and malware called SafeClix, I was wondering if anyone has heard of it and your experiences. Thanks.
  20. Introducing Windows Defender Application Guard for Microsoft Edge

    We’re determined to make Microsoft Edge the safest and most secure browser. Over the past two years, we have been continuously innovating, and we’re proud of the progress we’ve made. This is reflected by Microsoft Edge having the fewest vulnerabilities of any major browser on Windows since our...