Ransomware is deeply unpleasant, and not something you ever want your computer to become infected by. What ransomware does is encrypt all the files and documents on your PC, including all your precious photos, and then demanding you pay a ransom to unlock them. If…
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Tech support scams are on the rise, especially ones conducted over the telephone. These scams are incredibly complex and use genuine call-centre staff who don’t realise that they’re being used by criminal gangs to scam money out of unsuspecting victims. There are several ways that…
Keeping our data safe, and our computers secure can seem like an enormous headache, especially if you’re not a technically-minded person. Luckily Microsoft have made keeping your PC, laptop, or tablet secure and safe from viruses, malware and hackers. In the System Tray (the small…
Whatever version of Windows you’re using, the threat of virus and malware infection is always a common danger. From key loggers and Trojans, intent on stealing passwords and data, to malware that can disable individual PCs or even a company network, the cost to business…
