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8 Ways to Protect Yourself Against Scams on Black Friday and Cyber Monday
Posted on by Shelly Eickholt
The holidays are the most wonderful time of the year, especially for scammers. Consumers are typically spending more, doing it quickly, and not paying as much attention to who they’re buying it from because of the rush. With the COVID-19 pandemic,…
Read MoreCategory: Cyber, Prevention, Trusted Choice Tags: attachments, Black Friday, Black Friday shopping, credit cards, cyber crime, Cyber Monday, cyber security, CyberScout, online banking, online safety, online shopping, phishing, phishing scams, public wi-fi, scammers, secure websites, skimmers, strong password
Cybersecurity Awareness Month: Do Your Part. #BeCyberSmart
Posted on by Kim Butler
A few weeks ago, my sister asked me to stop by her house to check on a few things while she was on vacation. When I walked into her house, I nearly jumped out of my skin as I heard…
Read MoreCategory: Central, Cyber, Home, Personal, Social Media, Technology Tags: cyber crime, cyber insurance, cyber insurance coverage, cyber security, digital home, Internet of Things, National Cyber Security Alliance (NCSA), National Cyber Security Awareness Month, Personal Cyber Protection, phishing, security software, smart technology, strong password, system updates, technology, Two-Factor Authentication
Multi-factor Authentication: What It Is and Why You Should Use It
Posted on by Erika McIntosh
Have you noticed that many websites and apps are starting to require more than just a password to login to your account? Do you get annoyed and frustrated and wish you didn’t have to do it? The fact is, more…
Read MoreCategory: Business, Education, Home, Personal, Prevention, Social Media, Technology Tags: computer, cyber security, cybersecurity, hackers, identity fraud, mobile security, password, passwords, Personal Cyber Protection, protect online privacy, protecting your data, protection, security, smartphone, strong password, technology, Two-Factor Authentication
Password Mania!
We’ve detected suspicious activity on your account. This phrase and its variations can strike fear into a person’s heart in ways that few others can. Is someone reading your e-mails? Do they have your credit card information? Do you use…
Read MoreCategory: Business, Home, Personal, Prevention, Risk Management, Social Media, Technology Tags: computer attacks, computer virus, cyber security, passwords, strong password, technology
7 Ways to Protect Your Online Privacy
Posted on by Max Hutchinson
There is no denying that the internet has probably affected just about everyone you know. With continuing advances in technology and social media, the internet can be a great place to spend some time. But as people connect to more…
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