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How to prevent packet sniffing attacks
Packet sniffing is a fundamental network analysis and troubleshooting technique, but it’s also popular among malicious actors. When cybercriminals capture packets moving through a network, they can ...
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What is EDR in cybersecurity? The ultimate breakdown
A security breach isn’t always obvious. Instead, small signals can show up first: an unusual process, an unauthorized login, or a device behaving differently. Endpoint detection and response (EDR) t...
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Meet ExpressKeys, a new home for your passwords
Your connection and your credentials serve different needs. Now they have distinct apps. Keys has been a trusted feature inside the ExpressVPN app. It’s now upgrading to ExpressKeys, a dedica...
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Introducing ExpressMailGuard: Email privacy, built for how the internet actually works
Most services still require your real email address. We built ExpressMailGuard so you don’t have to give it up just to sign up. Email has become the internet’s default identifier, even when...
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What is sextortion, and how do you recognize, avoid, and respond to it?
Sextortion is a form of blackmail in which someone threatens to share real or fabricated intimate images, videos, or messages unless their demands are met. These threats are often delivered through di...
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What is a personal hotspot, and how does it work?
A personal hotspot turns a smartphone into a portable internet access point, allowing other devices to get online through it. This guide explains how it works, the main hotspot options, how to set it ...
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Understanding Ticketmaster scams: Your complete guide to staying safe
Ticketmaster itself is generally a safe and legitimate platform, but scammers often exploit the intense demand for popular and sold-out events. By impersonating Ticketmaster or redirecting buyers to u...
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What is a drive-by attack and how do you prevent it?
When you open a website, your device doesn’t just display a page. It also loads scripts, media, and other components in the background. In some cases, that background activity can be abused. A drive...
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Virtual server vs. physical server: Key differences explained
The server setup you choose affects reliability, scalability, and cost. Virtual and physical servers solve different problems, so it’s worth understanding the trade-offs before you commit. In this g...
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How to protect your Linux system from malware attacks
Linux is generally very secure, thanks to its strong permission model, mandatory access control, open-source scrutiny, and secure authentication controls. Its design is also less complex than Windows ...
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