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How Pirate Copies Can Trash Your PC

Posted on February 19, 2017September 16, 2017 by cynmackley

Hackers are trying to lure you in with free giveaway scams. What to look out for.

Posted in eReaders, Security HelpTagged ebooks, illegal downloads, malware, pirate copies, pirate movies, pirate music, scams, security, stealing, tech support scamsLeave a comment

How Do I Reinstall My Kindle App?

Posted on February 7, 2017 by cynmackley

We help a reader get back her Kindle app after a threat warning.

Posted in Android, eReaders, Hardware & Peripherals, iOSTagged app store, apps, ereader, kindle, Kindle App, malware, smartphone, tablet2 Comments

Cyber Crooks Target Schools With Ransomware

Posted on January 10, 2017 by cynmackley

Find out how a new scam is tricking schools into opening up dangerous malware.

Posted in Quick Tips, Shortcuts & Keyboard TricksTagged email scams, email security, malware, ransomware, security, virus2 Comments

What Is Real-time Protection?

Posted on November 29, 2016 by cynmackley

Learn how real-time protection works and why it may be the best choice for your PC.

Posted in Computer Terms, Quick Tips, Security HelpTagged malware, malwarebytes, quick tips, real-time protection, security1 Comment

In The News 10-28-16

Posted on October 27, 2016 by cynmackley

Millions of debit cards are hacked, a huge Linux security flaw, and Tesla bets on self-driving cars.

Posted in In The NewsTagged ATMs, bank fraud, Dirty Cow, in the news, Indian debit cards, linux, malware, self-driving cars, TeslaLeave a comment

How Phishers Hook You & Steal Your Data

Posted on October 11, 2016 by cynmackley

Clever crooks are willing to work hard to steal your information. Learn what to watch out for.

Posted in Quick Tips, Security Help, Using The InternetTagged malware, Phishing, quick tips, ransomware, securityLeave a comment

If You Fell For This Hoax – Change Your Password

Posted on October 1, 2016 by cynmackley

If you fell for this hoax, you need to change your passwords ASAP.

Posted in Quick Tips, Security Help, Social MediaTagged Brad Pitt, death hoax, facebook, hoaxes, malware, online scams, quick tip, securityLeave a comment

Amazon Email Scam

Posted on September 26, 2016 by cynmackley

Check out the email scam that filled up my inbox over the weekend.

Posted in E-Mail Help, Security HelpTagged Amazon points, Amazon scam, email scam, malware, privacy, ransomware, security3 Comments

Ransomware Warning: This Is How They Trick You

Posted on September 12, 2016 by cynmackley

We've got a prime example of a ransomware trap. See what to look out for.

Posted in E-Mail Help, Quick Tips, Security HelpTagged email, malware, quick tip, ransomware, scams, security, viruses1 Comment

Don’t Click On This Trick

Posted on August 17, 2016 by cynmackley

A friendly reminder about an old scam. We look at a trick that wants you to click in this quick tip.

Posted in E-Mail Help, Quick Tips, Security HelpTagged email, malware, Phishing, quick tip, safety, scam, security, spam6 Comments

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