The cyber threat is no longer limited to your office network and work persona. Adversaries realize that targets are typically more vulnerable when operating from their home network since there is less rigor associated with the protection, monitoring, and maintenance of most home networks. Home users need to maintain a basic level of network defense [...]
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What Is HTML?
June 26th, 2010 · No Comments · Internet, Introductions
HTML stands for Hyper Text Markup Language. It is a type of computer language that is primarily used for files that are posted on the internet and viewed by web browsers. HTML files can also be sent via email. Although it may seem complex to the uninitiated, HTML is relatively simple. All text, graphics, and [...]
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Software Modem
May 19th, 2010 · No Comments · Internet, Introductions, Networking
A software modem is a low-cost alternative to a standard hardware-based modem. While hardware modems contain all the parts necessary to connect to the internet, the software modem transfers some of that work to the computer’s processor. Modems have two main components. The controller configures and dials the modem, and the datapump sends and receives [...]
Botnet
May 14th, 2010 · No Comments · Internet, Networking
A botnet (“robot network”) refers to multiple computers infected with remote-controlled software that allows a single hacker to run automated programs on the botnet behind the users’ backs. The remote-controlled software or rootkit is clandestinely installed in each computer, hiding its presence and tracks, making detection difficult. Meanwhile, the hacker can use the botnet for [...]
Man in the Middle Attack
May 13th, 2010 · No Comments · Internet, Networking
Man in the middle attacks are one of the several devices that are used to gain access to proprietary information, such as pass codes, login credentials, and credit card numbers. The process essentially involves establishing a virus that acts as the interface between two points. Neither party in the exchange is aware that the information [...]
Tags: cyberattack·cybersecurity·hack·hacker·man in the middle·man in the middle attack
What Is Tethering?
May 12th, 2010 · No Comments · Internet, Introductions
“Tethering” is the use of your cell phone — or other Internet-enabled mobile device — as a modem for another device, usually a notebook or PDA. The connection is made either with a cable (USB or serial) or wirelessly through bluetooth (or, in the good old days, via infrared or IrDA). Benefits of Tethering Tethering [...]
Tags: Mobile Internet·mobile modem·mobile phone·mobile phone modem·tethering
What is Scareware?
May 12th, 2010 · No Comments · Internet
Scareware refers to bogus sales tactics designed to scare a user into thinking his or her computer contains critical errors or viruses that must be fixed immediately. For a price, scareware ads offer an instant solution in the form of downloadable software. In some cases this software is harmless, in other cases the software meant [...]
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Trojan Virus
May 11th, 2010 · No Comments · Internet, Introductions
The most important difference between a trojan virus/trojan horse and a virus is that trojans don’t spread themselves. Trojan horses disguise themselves as valuable and useful software available for download on the internet. Most people are fooled by this ploy and end up dowloading the virus disguised as some other application. The name comes from [...]
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