Popular culture loves hackers. Some movies romanticize them while others depict them as secretive persons working silently behind computer screens. There are some accurate depictions of hackers in cinema, but there are also many exaggerations and misconceptions. So we decided to shed some light on the inaccuracies of these movies and…
Most software has had a bug at some point. But what if that bug has the potential to open backdoors for hackers to exploit? Worse still, what if the developers of the software have no idea it exists? Criminals can abuse these so-called zero day vulnerabilities for months or even years…
Amazon is expanding its employee tracking capacity with advanced AI cameras. These devices will monitor delivery drivers, who are being asked to sign biometric consent forms. The move, which would allow Amazon to institute new levels of bio-surveillance, raises some serious questions about employee privacy. What is Amazon doing? Amazon is…
Overwatch burst onto the gaming scene back in 2016 and has been a constant fixture in our collections ever since. Considering that it’s 2021 now, that’s a pretty impressive lifespan, and whether you want to pick up a few casual matches, rank up, or even earn a bit of cash…
In the digital world, we can all agree that passwords are a constant source of stress. Different sites often require all sorts of seemingly random password conditions. Some will ask for at least one uppercase letter and a number; others will need a minimum of 8 characters, including one particular…
Looking to access Amazon Prime video content that isn’t available in your country? A VPN is the key to unblocking this content. In this guide, we show you the best Amazon Prime Video VPNs to use and why. The best VPNs for Amazon Prime Video at a glance We have…
If you have data you need to back up regularly to access it remotely, share it with friends, or to protect it against accidental loss, theft, deletion, or device breakage – you may be wondering what the best solution is. In this guide, we’ll look at two of the most…
If you are planning on selling, donating or recycling an old device it is important to wipe it. Your devices contain lots of data about you and you don’t want it to get in the wrong hands. Wiping a computer can be a pretty straightforward process if you perform it correctly….
In February 2021, with a total lack of fanfare, Virginia’s lawmakers made stringent restrictions on facial recognition technology and how it can be used. The new law sees Virginia join a slew of other states – including New York, Vermont and California – to have formally legislated on the issue. …
If you’re anything like me, you’ll probably find online shopping a whole lot easier than going out and doing it physically. There’s a wider selection of stuff, no parking to worry about, and it tends to be quicker, too! Online shopping removes the hassle from the experience – you can…