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7 tips to protect your privacy
Data Privacy

7 tips to protect your privacy

Discover how to dodge digital eyes and safeguard your online privacy with our top 7 tips, including incognito mode, opting out, and more.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 1st Sep 2010

Global Stories

Online security stories

AVG Technologies snaps up Privax, global privacy provider
AVG Technologies

AVG Technologies snaps up Privax, global privacy provider

AVG Technologies bolsters its privacy arsenal by acquiring Privax, the esteemed provider of VPN services, for $40M plus potential bonuses.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Fri, 8th May 2015
Kiwi consumers urged to stay vigilant amid online threats
Gaming

Kiwi consumers urged to stay vigilant amid online threats

Despite decreases of online threats, New Zealanders are being urged to take a vigilant approach to cybersecurity this year.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 12th Feb 2015
Cross-pollinate for success
Customer Relationship Management

Cross-pollinate for success

IT resellers should look beyond their industry to grow, says GeoOp's Leanne Graham. Partnering with accountants to resell cloud apps can yield high margins.

By Heather Wright • 3 min read • Mon, 17th Jun 2013
Free antivirus, firewall from Check Point
Firewalls

Free antivirus, firewall from Check Point

Check Point launches ZoneAlarm, a free antivirus and firewall bundle, aiming to enhance consumer cybersecurity with robust protection and cloud-based features.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Wed, 2nd May 2012
Microsoft wants virus-infected PCs quarantined
Malware

Microsoft wants virus-infected PCs quarantined

Microsoft's Scott Charney suggests quarantining virus-infected PCs, arguing they pose a risk akin to unvaccinated individuals in public health.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 8th Oct 2010
Cybercrime: News is the new sex
Malware

Cybercrime: News is the new sex

Cybercriminals have shifted from sex scams to exploiting major news events, Symantec reveals, with World Cup-related frauds proliferating in 2010.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 21st Jul 2010
Symantec appoints ex-cybercrime prosecutor
Symantec

Symantec appoints ex-cybercrime prosecutor

Adam Palmer has been named Norton Lead Cybersecurity Advisor who brings with him over ten years of experience in private industry and government service.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Tue, 30th Mar 2010
Social Networking and Privacy
Phishing

Social Networking and Privacy

Your digital identity is at risk every time you go online. From social networks to casual web browsing, ensure your privacy with these tips.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Mon, 1st Mar 2010