Tag: NordVPN
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Learn how you can protect yourself on social networking sites
NordVPN Blog – 5.24.24 Social media platforms can be a great way to connect with your friends or family and share the best moments of your life with them. However, while you can choose what to put out there, you can’t control what others do with your personal information online. And if you’re not cautious,…
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How to recognize and protect yourself from riskware
NordVPN Blog – 5.16.24 Just like the real world, the internet is full of dangers. If you’re not careful about your online ventures, you can expose yourself to various vulnerabilities and riskware that can lead to compromised accounts and stolen data. In this article, we explain riskware, its most common types, and how to recognize…
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Anonymous proxy: How it works and its different types
NordVPN Blog – 5.7.24 While no single tool will make a user completely anonymous online, one comes close. The anonymous proxy stands between you as a user and the websites you visit. This proxy server protects your identity from scammers, helps you avoid targeted content, and allows access to geo-specific content while you are outside…
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Ransomware payments: Should you pay a ransom?
NordVPN Blog – 5.3.24 Ransomware attacks are an increasing threat to both individuals and organizations. Ransomware is a type of malware that infects and encrypts your files, leaving you unable to open them. The attackers then demand a ransom payment in exchange for a decryption program. So should you pay the ransom? Let’s discuss how…
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Protect your data: Remote wipe lost and stolen devices
NordVPN Blog – 4.30.24 If you want to keep your data safe, you need to learn what a remote wipe is and how to perform one. Knowing about this one simple procedure might mean the difference between carrying on business as usual and having your important data compromised. Remote wiping is generally used on mobile…
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10 common Zelle scams: How to protect yourself
NordVPN Blog – 4.30.24 Zelle has become a popular app for sending money between friends or paying for services. It’s also easy to use and in most cases, the money sent is transferred instantly. Unfortunately, those same properties have also made Zelle a common target for scammers and thieves. Source: 10 common Zelle scams: How…
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Fresh NordVPN product updates | March news
NordVPN YouTube Channel – 4.29.24 NordVPN’s March product updates are here. In this episode, the insiders will cover the latest updates for Windows and macOS platforms. Stay tuned and get real-time insights and the latest news from the people in charge. Source: Fresh NordVPN product updates | March news
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Darknet markets: Definition, products, and future predictions
NordVPN Blog – 4.19.24 We don’t recommend venturing into a dark web marketplace on your own, but we understand your curiosity. Let us safely guide you through it. In this article, we’ll demystify darknet markets, explain what they are, and cover everything you should know about the darkest corner of the internet. Source: Darknet markets:…
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DNS record types: What are they, and how do they work?
NordVPN Blog – 4.15.24 The function of DNS records is to provide information about domains and tell servers how to respond to queries. If you have access to DNS records, you have a critical way to protect your network by searching through this information for anomalies or unusual activity. To do this, however, you’ll need to…
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Cloud storage that puts privacy first
NordVPN Blog – 4.10.24 Concerns about digital privacy cannot be overstated – data breaches are only on the rise, threatening individuals and businesses alike. That said, it’s not all doom and gloom, and setting up a secure digital environment is easier than ever. One tool that helps improve online safety is NordLocker – an encrypted…