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Instant messaging is one of the most convenient ways to connect to people whether it is for personal use or business. IMs allow people to chat real time, have face-to-face interaction as well as voice conversations. When it comes to instant messaging though, online safety rules still apply. Here are some simple online security tips to follow when using instant messaging programs.
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Tips To Avoid Facebook Scams and Spam
Facebook is by design a prime target for spammers and online scammers. Being the largest social network in the world makes it the best place for cybercriminals to target as much people as possible. Facebook scams often come with viruses; some come with snooping agents that can attack your computer or online profiles. Getting rid of these malware, although not impossible can be a real headache. This does not mean to say that people should be giving up their online social life. It simply means that while users enjoy liking, tagging and poking each other, caution should still be the order of the day. Here are a few easy enough tips to follow to avoid being scammed, spammed or hacked in your favorite social network.
Worms Everywhere!!!
As much as we all love our social networks, we are also well aware that they are prime targets of people engaged in cyber crimes. These cybercriminals are often crafty enough to go undetected, pass through online security measures and lure users to clicking their seemingly harmless links. Often worm and virus links engage in spam attacks that can flood user profiles with links, some even coming from people on their friends list. Here are some of the latest Twitter and Facebook spam attacks that can compromise a user’s online safety.
Online Safety Myths Busted
More often than not, you hear about the dangers lurking in the dark corners of the web and how to avoid it. So you suit up, install and anti-virus, stay away from pop-ups and malicious websites. Although these are good measures, they are not fool proof. Here are some online safety myths and security pitfalls to watch out for.
The Best Virus Protection
Tweet Virus is the word responsible for cyber heart attacks all over town. When it comes to protecting our computer systems, most people agree that they’d want the best value for their money. It’s not an option to skimp on safety and security after all but these times, generally all consumers choose products that give [...]
Social Networking Viruses
Tweet If you have had the misfortune of opening a spam message and accidentally downloading a virus to your computer, you know how frustrating it can be to watch as you slowly lose control of your computer. Now, when you download a virus, you don’t just feel the shame of losing your own computer, you [...]
What is a Computer Virus?
Tweet So just what exactly is a virus? What kind is in your computer? How did it get there? How is it spreading and wreaking such havoc? And why is it bothering with your computer anyway? Viruses are pieces of programming code that make copies of themselves, or replicate, inside your computer without asking your [...]
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