Security
Why Don’t You Back Up Your Computer?
Why Don’t You Back Up Your Computer? – youtube.com · Ask Leo!
You Should Encrypt Your Files Before Uploading
You Should Encrypt Your Files Before Uploading Them To The Cloud – Here’s Why – BGR – bgr.com
Cloud storage is a reliable way to backup important files. Yes, you can always use an external hard drive or SSD, but as long as you’re regularly backing up your data, the cloud is an excellent redundancy against failures.
The Password Mistakes That Almost Everyone Still Makes
The Password Mistakes That Almost Everyone Still Makes – barrettmedia.com
I roll my eyes whenever I receive an annoying email or text that says, “You have not changed your password in a while. Would you like to change it now?” It seems like I get one at least every other week. Sometimes they’re fake, so I have to double-check the source.
How Two-Factor Authentication Works
How Two-Factor Authentication Works and Why You Need It Right Now – youtube.com · Ask Leo!
Bitwarden Confirms Compromise
Bitwarden Confirms Compromise—Here Are The Facts For 10 Million Users – Forbes
The advice has been clear from security experts for the longest time: use a password manager. And that advice still stands, despite the news that one of the leaders in the market, Bitwarden, has confirmed a serious security incident that led to a compromised product being released for a short period of time.
The NSA Just Warned Everyone to Reboot Their Routers
The NSA Just Warned Everyone to Reboot Their Routers – What to Do Right Now – National Cybersecurity Alliance – staysafeonline.org
Your home internet router is probably the most important device you never think about. A new memo from the United States government now suggests it’s a prime target for hackers.
– Why Passkeys, MFA and Strong Passphrases Matter More Than Ever
Why Passkeys, MFA and Strong Passphrases Matter More Than Ever – gendigital.com
Phishing scams are more convincing. AI is making fake messages harder to spot. And once attackers get into one account, they often don’t stop there. They move laterally – email, banking, shopping, even identity data — turning a single mistake into something much bigger.
How Should I Wipe My Windows Hard Drive Before Giving It Away
How Should I Wipe My Windows Hard Drive Before Giving It Away? – youtube.com · Ask Leo!
Browser password managers have a hidden vulnerability
Browser password managers have a hidden vulnerability that puts all your accounts at risk – howtogeek.com
These days, you need a lot of different logins.
Passkeys: what you need to know
Passkeys: what you need to know – ncsc.gov.uk
The NCSC recommends users opt for passkeys over passwords wherever they are available. Passkeys are a more secure alternative to passwords that you don’t need to remember, as they are created and managed safely by the software on your device(s).
Microsoft quietly reveals whether you need a third-party antivirus software in Windows 11
Microsoft quietly reveals whether you need a third-party antivirus software in Windows 11 – Windows Latest is
Microsoft explains if you need third-party antivirus in Windows 11
First spotted by Windows Latest, Microsoft quietly published a detailed breakdown of Windows 11 security, and they finally addressed a critical question that users have debated for years. Do you still need a third-party antivirus for Windows PCs?
Stop ignoring BIOS updates
Stop ignoring BIOS updates: Your PC is leaving performance on the table – howtogeek.com
The conventional wisdom when it comes to motherboard BIOS updates has always been that unless there’s something wrong with your PC, it’s best to just leave it alone. Yet, you can expect a new BIOS update becoming available every year or two following a motherboard’s launch.
Your backup strategy is backwards
Your backup strategy is backwards: Organize by what matters, not what’s big – howtogeek.com
In the past year or so, I’ve gone all-out on optimizing my storage habits. I’m not the most regular with my backups, but that’s one thing I’ve been trying to fix. Another is how I approach my backups to begin with.
Is It Safe to Let Your Browser Remember Passwords?
Is It Safe to Let Your Browser Remember Passwords? – youtube.com · Ask Leo!
Is It Safe to Let Your Browser Remember Passwords?
Is It Safe to Let Your Browser Remember Passwords? – Ask Leo! – askleo.com
The risk that’s often overlooked.
Letting your browser remember passwords is convenient. With that convenience comes significant risk. Most folks are much better served by using a password vault.