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Antivirus – The Best Way to Protect Your Computer From Malware and Viruses

Antivirus protects your computer from viruses and malware, which are malicious programs that damage your computer or spread to other devices. Malware can steal your data, encrypt it so you can’t access it and even erase your entire system. Viruses are the most common type of malware, and they’re a

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What is a Data Breach?

Data Breach A data breach occurs when confidential, private, or protected information is accessed and shared by an unauthorized person. This can happen through human error or by someone with malicious intent. The Equifax breach in 2017, which affected 153 million consumers, exposed names, Social Security numbers, birth dates, and

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Essentials of Digital Security

Digital security is the process of securing your identity, assets and technology in the online and mobile world. It involves using tools like anti-virus software, web services, biometrics and secure personal devices you carry with you everyday such as a smart card-based USB token, smartphone SIM cards or an ePassport.

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