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Children’s gaming addiction: what is it and how to spot the signs - 06 Feb, 2020

By loveitcoverit

This is Children’s Mental Health Week and, unsurprisingly, many parents are discovering new causes for concern.

Predictably, reliance on technology is a recurring discussion when it comes to young people’s mental wellbeing – and the surrounding statistics don’t offer considerable comfort!

For example, research has found that a parent’s...

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Three of the most common types of cybercrime and how to protect yourself against them - 19 Dec, 2019

By Nathan Daniels

It won’t be a surprise to anyone that the importance of the internet has become greater and greater over the last few years. Perhaps equally unsurprising, but a lot more problematic, is the ever increasing number of cybercriminals that exploit the possibilities the internet brings for illegal activities.

These days we use the internet for...

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Physical threats to digital safety and how to avoid them - 17 Dec, 2019

By Dean Chester

We all understand how important digital safety is today. There are many things that endanger us online: scams and malware, phishing and extortion, grooming and hate content.

All these threats have sadly become part and parcel of our online presence to the point where we have to make sure our children know at least the basics of internet...

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How to have a safe and secure connected Christmas - 16 Dec, 2019

By Tim Mitchell

These days, there’s more to many gifts you buy for your family and friends – and indeed for yourself – than just unwrapping them and getting on with using them.

That’s because so many products used in and out of the home are connected to the internet, requiring them to be set up and used so they’re safe and secure, protecting you, your family,...

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How to be safe on Instagram: a guide to being secure on social media - 04 Dec, 2019

By Influencer Matchmaker

Social media is an incredible tool on both a personal and professional level, allowing the world to connect on various different platforms. Instagram, in particular, offers users the chance to keep a visual diary of their lives and interests. For brands, it can be a game-changer. Entire careers have been forged that didn’t even exist a decade...

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Secure your Black Friday shopping - 25 Nov, 2019

By Kaspersky Lab UK

While surfing through Black Friday super deals, can you spot a real one from a dupe?

Black Friday is nearly upon us — and every year we see scammers and fraudsters trying to use the event as a way to trick people out of money. We have created a simple interactive infographic to help you understand the dangers of fake or fraudulent sites.

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Simple tips for keeping your banking credentials private - 22 Nov, 2019

By Milica Kostic

Online banking has made everything easier – including theft. 

In this day and age, advanced security systems have rendered armed robbery less worthwhile to criminals. But, while modern innovations have helped make us feel safer, cutting-edge tech has made us more digitally vulnerable.

We no longer worry about masked crooks declaring a heist...

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What’s the best type of phone for school-aged children? - 21 Nov, 2019

By loveitcoverit

The debate as to whether your child should be taking a phone to school has infiltrated both personal and political conversation in recent years. From mothers to ministers, everyone has something to say about this current dilemma. However, it is important to note that the debate does not simply end with the verdict of allowing your child to have...

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24 hours to the best security practices - 12 Nov, 2019

By Sam Bocetta

Or, actually, a lot less. These tasks are...

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Why do people forgo online security? - 11 Oct, 2019

By Dr John Blythe

Why, when the risks are so well publicised, do people forgo online security? A behavioural scientist explains

Today, data breaches are commonplace. Recent media headlines reveal that cyber criminals have tricked an unnamed employee into sending them £200,000, that the criminals who hacked into an investment manager’s email account have made...

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