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Simon Batt is a Computer Science graduate with a passion for cybersecurity.

Do We Really Need To “Safely Remove” USB Devices?

Have you noticed that Windows puts a little icon in the system tray informing you that you can “safely remove” the USB drive? What does it mean to “safely remove” a USB drive? And do we need to do it with all USB devices?

Windows – Mar 26, 2018

Fileless Malware: What Is It and How Can You Protect Yourself From It?

Recently, we’ve seen a spike in an interesting method of spreading malware – by not using files at all! Here is what you need to know about fileless malware and how to protect yourself.

Tech Explained – Mar 19, 2018

Triada Malware Preinstalled on Low-Cost Android Phones – Here’s How to Beat It

Recently there’s been a nasty spike of malware found in a large number of low-cost Android phones. This Triada malware is installed during the manufacturing process of the phone, and you can’t just uninstall it.

Android – Mar 15, 2018

How to Be More Efficient with Quick Parts and Building Blocks in Microsoft Word

If you are tired of typing out the same content over and over again in Microsoft Word, try using the “quick parts” and “building blocks” features of Word to help you out.

Productivity – Mar 12, 2018

How to Test Your Web Browser’s Cryptojacking Protection

With the number of cryptojacking cases on the rise, how do you check to see if your browser comes with cryptojacking protection, and is it secure enough to stop a cryptojacking attack? Let’s find out.

Internet – Mar 5, 2018

How to Identify Fake Android Apps on the Play Store

Malware developers are now able to fool the system and sneak malicious code into the Android Play Store that can dodge security checks. Find out how you can identify a fake Android app that’s trying to impersonate a real one.

Android – Feb 27, 2018

How to Use the New “My People” Feature in Windows 10

One of the new features in Windows 10 is the “My People” feature which was implemented in the Fall update. It’s a useful tool that gives you easier access to your favorite contacts. Let’s take a look at this new feature and see what can be done with it.

Windows – Feb 13, 2018

How to Fix a “Display Driver Stopped Responding and Has Recovered” Error

Occasionally, your PC’s screen goes totally black and after a while turns back on again. A small notification bubble will inform you that the display driver has stopped responding and had recovered. So what just happened, and how do you fix it?

Windows – Feb 12, 2018

The Arrival of Cryptojacking in Google Ads, and What This Means for Users

Cryptojacking started off as something simple, but now it has spread to Facebook. The latest victim to be affected is Google Ads. Find out how cryptojacking in Google Ads works and how it affects you.

Internet – Feb 5, 2018

How to Research and Cite Articles in Google Docs

When you’re writing a paper, it can be frustrating to get your citations sorted. Google Docs allows you to do your research and citing all within the document itself!

Internet – Feb 3, 2018

How to Make Use of Pivot Table in Excel to Improve Your Productivity

If you’re organizing a large amount of data, sometimes you need more than just a table and need your data to answer important questions you may have about it. This is where a pivot table in Excel comes into play.

Productivity, Software Hacks – Jan 30, 2018

5 Android Apps for Better Data Usage Tracking

If you’re trying to squeeze as much usage out of your mobile data plan as possible, here are some apps to make finding data-munchers much easier.

Android – Jan 29, 2018

How To Use The New “Talk to Cortana” Options in Windows 10

The Windows 10 Fall Creator’s Update brought in some new features for Cortana. Check out the new “Talk to Cortana” feature and see if it encourages you to try voice commands in Windows 10.

Windows – Jan 23, 2018

Catfishing Scams Target Lonely Hearts. Learn How to Protect Yourself from It

More and more people are going online to look for their soulmates, and this is where “catfishing” scams come in. Learn how catfishing works and how to protect yourself from it.

Internet – Jan 16, 2018

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How to Generate Hard-to-Crack, Strong Passwords Online

You know the basic password rule: it has to be strong to be secure. If you want a quick and easy way to make a strong password, here are some of the best resources to generate passwords online.

Internet – Jan 5, 2018

How Cryptojacking Spread to Facebook, and How To Beat It

Digmine is a new cryptojacking attack vector that uses a combination of Facebook Messenger and Chrome to infect users. Learn how it works and how you can block it.

Internet – Jan 3, 2018

How to Customise Touchpad Gestures in Windows 10

Did you know that the gestures you use on the touchpad of your laptop can be changed and customized? This article will show how to bring a bit more personality into Windows 10.

Windows – Dec 31, 2017

How to Use Bing Maps Offline in Windows 10

The thing about a digital map is that it requires an Internet connection to be accessible, which is not always possible when you travel. Learn how you can use Bing Maps offline in Windows 10.

Windows – Dec 27, 2017

How To Create a Custom Google Docs Template Without GSuite

While Google moved their custom templates to their GSuite service, you can still create your own templates in Google Docs. If you are using the same document layout over and over again, here’s how you can create your own custom Google Docs template.

Internet – Dec 25, 2017

The “Troubleshooter” Malware Scam and How to Fix It

The “Troubleshooter” malware scam creates convincing-looking blue screens to trick and panic users to pay up. Here is how you can fix the Troubleshooter malware without spending any money.

Windows – Dec 21, 2017

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