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When you log in to one of your many online accounts, you always need to authenticate yourself. That is, you’re required to prove who you are and that the account is indeed yours. Failing to do so results in getting locked out. While single-factor authentication, where you give a username and a static password to prove your identity is, by far, the most common, it has been proven countless times to be very insecure. Many websites don’t encourage you to create strong passwords, which doesn’t help ...
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“Well, all information looks like noise until you break the code”, wrote Neal Stephenson in his classic cyberpunk novel Snow Crash back in 1992. He must have known something since what was science fiction back then is quite the reality today. The year 2021 was a thriving one for hackers. Some of the biggest institutions that influence people’s everyday lives were targeted, including gas providers, manufacturers, and social media sites, just to name a few. The following are just some of the ones who faced the biggest data breaches of the year, and could’ve prevented their catastrophes ...
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Governments had no idea how much the COVID-19 lockdowns would open the door for cybercriminals to wreak havoc. In 2021, they did just that: entire operations were stopped for days, and the ransoms demanded were sky-high. Yet, most people still don’t seem to get the message: we’re all in danger. The threat is not just for big companies but also for small businesses and individuals. Cybercriminals aren’t disappearing any time soon and they are benefitting from the unfortunate combination of remote ...
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It’s impossible for a customer service agent to avoid talking to at least a few annoyed people during a day with more than 100 phone calls. However, having an angry customer isn’t all bad, as they provide more honest feedback than your average customer. More often than not, the caller is merely disappointed, and, as such, they can make you realize your business’s faults. By calling in, upset customers show they care about the product. This brutally honest opinion may actually result in your company learning something new about your product, whether it’...
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The pandemic has changed the world. But one change for the better is that companies have realized the potential of remote working. This is perfect, as many employees aren’t eager to head back to the office, emphasizing just how much their work-life balance has improved. Companies are also seeing that a business is just as manageable from home as from the office. Naturally, some employees want to keep coming to the office to meet their coworkers and enjoy some watercooler chats. So, to get the best of both worlds, a third option offering a middle ground ...
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You’re still eager to hike that mountain, dress up to go to that exclusive restaurant, or get in your carand go on an adventure. Just because you’re older doesn’t mean you suddenly want to spend all your time sitting around at home. There are still so many trips to go on and places to explore, and perhaps you even have fitness ambitions in mind. However, an accident can happen when you least expect it, and there is ...
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It’s easy to understand what a password manager does. As its name implies, this type of software helps you manage your passwords by allowing you to have all your credentials in one safe place, which are protected by a master key. Moreover, password managers also come with tools to improve your password hygiene, such as a password generator, autofilling, and secure password sharing, just to name a few. However, as the industry became increasingly more competitive, password manager providers had to expand their offers to stay ...
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Growing old in good shape is like being a shark:you need to keep moving. And there is absolutely nothing better for the mind, spirit, and body than going on a hike. For those who seek a gentler, less demanding walk, there are still magnificent sights to see, whether locally or further from home. Awe-inspiring spots that may seem intimidating, such as the Grand Canyon in Arizona or the Bryce Canyon in Utah, also offer a full range of easier hikes. And for the physically strong, the list of ...
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It’s common knowledge that we spend a lot of time on the internet. But did you know that the average person spends almost seven hours online on a daily basis? This clearly shows that most people are shifting their attention from the more traditional entertainment to the digital space. As a small business, you need to be aware of this trend and adjust your marketing strategy accordingly. But digital marketing is a vast world, and it can be a bit overwhelming to ...
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Hollywood has always been fascinated by artificial intelligence with classics like “The Terminator” and “Blade Runner”. While we’re still far away from having a robot uprising, there’s no way around the fact that automation ...
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