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Internet of Things. How to Avoid Threats | Free Antivirus Software

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In a typical modern home, you can easily count up to half a dozen LAN-connected devices that are not computers, tablets, or smartphones.  These are smart TVs, printers, game consoles, modems, routers, media players, satellite receivers, security and alarm systems, and even refrigerators - in general, such devices that have recently been united by the term "Internet of things". In 2014, David Jacobi tested how  easy it is to hack into  his own home and found a lot of interesting things.  For the test, we chose popular devices such as a USB adapter for video streaming, an IP camera and coffee maker controlled from a smartphone, and a home security system that can also be controlled using an app.  The manufacturer and the specific model for all types of devices were selected at random. The  Internet of Things as “Internet threats”  .  There are many ways in which criminals  gain access to users' personal data.  As it turned out,...

Why and How to Protect Your Identity on the Internet?

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Do You Use the Internet on a Daily Basis? But Have You Thought About Protecting Your Identity? Discover Our Advice and the Consequences of Sharing Your Identity Intensively on the Internet. Searching for yourself on the Internet : Just type your first and last name on your favourite search engine to display all the elements associated with your name.  If no information about you is published, it means that you are well protected.  Otherwise, remove (as far as possible) items that could harm you and limit access to your personal information on the Internet. Do not reveal or limit the sharing of personal information on the Internet : On social networks or on an e-commerce website when creating an account, for example, fill in only the necessary and mandatory information.  If a little information about your identity is present, it is better for you! Use Strong Passwords : Again, passwords are an integral part of your identity on the Internet.  They are essential element...