US Mulls Banning TP-Link Routers: The Why
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The reasons on the surface behind why the US government consider banning TP-Link routers.
Security
Security is about staying out of harm to a reasonable degree. Absolute security exists only when the object is unplugged or no longer.
Synology Snapshot (Data Versioning): The Final Step in Keeping Your Data Safe
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You’ll learn in this post how to keep your data safe from accidental or malicious deletion or alteration, such as being encrypted by ransomware. There are many ways to get this done, but Synology’s Snapshot is among the easiest and most effective. That said, this applies only to those with …
Wi-Fi, Online Media, Misinformation, and How to Stay Safe: It’s on You!
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I often get questions concerning online safety. They can be broad, along the lines of “how to protect my computer from online threats” or “how to stay safe in this age of misinformation.” And then, some wonder if Wi-Fi harms one’s health. While Wi-Fi and online media are unrelated at …
Tesla Sentry Mode vs. Dashcam, Explained: How the Live Cam Makes All the Difference
10 Min Read
Among the things I “love” about driving a Tesla, its Safety features—Sentry vs. Dashcam—rank right below the notorious Autopilot. I like the former enough to opt for the $9.99/month of Tesla Premium connection, although I had already successfully hooked the car to Comcast’s xfinitywifi public Wi-Fi network. If you wonder …
NAS Security: How to use a Synology to Protect Data against Attacks and Accidents
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This post will explain NAS security—you’ll know when to worry and when not to—and offer tips on securing your server’s data against hacking attempts and accidental or malicious deletion/alteration. This applies to those with a NAS server. So, get yourself one if you haven’t. I’d recommend a Synology. I used …
TP-Link Unveils New HomeShield, Powered by Norton, with Better Pro Version
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TP-Link today announced a new version of its HomeShield add-on, an “upgrade” that’s now powered by Norton, a known online protection company. The networking vendor said the new version would be available in its Wi-Fi 7 Deco mesh system. Going forward, Norton likely will be the security provider for all …
Ransomware Explained, Prevention, and Contingency: Simple Ways to Stay Safe
12 Min Read
For almost a decade—and counting—ransomware has been a massive security headache for individuals and businesses alike. More than just some malicious codes, it’s now considered a type of terrorism or a weapon of war. The good news is that you can prevent ransomware without spending any money. You only need …
Samsung’s Latest Data Breach: Why You Can’t Trust Any Vendor with Your Data
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Like many of you, I woke up today to a dreadful email from Samsung telling its “valued customers” that it had “discovered a cybersecurity incident” that affected our personal information. It’s another data breach. Below is the screenshot of the message I got. My sympathy to anyone who also found …
