Category: Security

Recent years have seen an explosion in the popularity of video gaming, with games enjoyed by millions across the world. Gaming culture has been boosted by the mass introduction of online gaming, allowing people to compete with one another from opposite ends of the planet. If you are one of the many enthusiastic online gamers and you are looking for ways to have even more fun, then the chances a...

Sometimes the content library offered by our native country just isn’t enough, and for many US citizens, the allure of UK Netflix is clear. There is constant debate about whether US Netflix or UK Netflix is better, but wherev...

Even though we’re spoilt for choice with the viewing library available, sometimes it can be frustrating not to be able to access certain content which is on offer in other locations. This is where VPNs come in handy, and if you choose the right one, you can access Netflix from another location. A popular choice is Canada, and as you read on we’ll tell you how...

It’s increasingly common for people to use VPNs in China – in fact, over 31% of the population there use this type of service. This is due to the advanced online censorship system in place. Referred to as the Great Firewall, this setup blocks sites and apps like Facebook, Tinder, Netflix and news me...

Japanese TV shows, anime, and movies are unique in their own right and have their own sense of charm. The country’s content is unlike anything you have ever seen. Sounds intriguing, right? This is where the problem arises. Most users do not know how to watch Japanese Netflix in US or other countries. If you are in the same boat, then you have come to the right place. Today we will take a look...

That’s right, potential and current employers all have eyes on your social media accounts, and they are judging you based on it. Is it unethical? That’s debatable, and there is certainly a discussion about the right to privacy to be had. But in the meantime, we’ve got to take care of the practical aspects: your employer is checking out your social media pre...

A background check doesn’t come up that often, but there are a few different scenarios when it might be necessary. Background checks can be thorough or light, but they are typically performed when you are in the final stages of an interview process for a new job, or otherwise, when you’re looking to get a loan, like a mortgage. Some landlords will do a check ...

Online security for your phone is just as important for your mobile device as it is for your PC. The last thing you want is to browse the internet on a connection that is not secure and allow cybercriminals to see your browsing data. There are a number of protocols that iOS and Android can take advantage of which include PPT...

With online security being one of the most discussed topics this year, it is more important than ever to have a full-fledged VPN for your web browser. There are a number of benefits to using a VPN that include Wi-Fi encryption, bypassing censorship and privacy. There are some downsides to using a VPN, which include slower co...

I have a virus on my computer. What do I do? Each of us has experienced system slowdowns, strange glitches, and flashy PC behavior at least once. Usually, the good old Restart button makes it all go away. It reboots your computer, resets all processes, and you are free to operate freely again. In some scenarios, however, the picture is quite different. Imagine opening ...

When it comes to quality anti-virus software, Avast is one of the first names to come up. With a long history of being within the top ranks in the list, Avast is a preferred option for millions of users around the world. The main question here is not whether you should rely on it but which version to choose – the free or the paid one? As you might have figured it out, the free version ...

Mobile phones can access the Internet just like a desktop computer, and are often even faster and more convenient. However, as mobile phone users are constantly connected to the web, they are just as vulnerable to viruses as computers. Don’t worry if you have an old-school phone that can only make and receive calls. Burners are safe from malware as they are detached from internet n...

If you are applying for a new job or hoping to rent a new apartment, then you will probably have heard that many employers and landlords are now running background checks on prospective employees and tenants.  Conversely, if you are an employer or landlord, then you may be interested in running some of these checks yourself. While ba...

These days it is very common for employers and landlords to run background checks on their potential employees or tenants. A background check is exactly what it sounds like, it provides basic information about a person and it is used as a tool when making decisions about hiring people, renting property, and so on. According to a surve...

Back in the day, we could say “Oh, I got a virus” and it was totally acceptable as a description of “bad” software infecting our system. Some decades later, a virus is merely a small part of the threats to your computer. With the development of the Web and coding in general, the number of possible digital threats have increased drastically. The list of candidates to infect a comp...