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  • How to spot a deepfake video

    How to spot a deepfake video

    By now you may have seen videos of movie performances that don’t actually exist. For example, here’s how it would look if Tom Cruise played Tony Stark/Iron Man: ...

    Marcus Tsui 25.07.2022 8 mins
  • Should you get a burner phone?

    Should you get a burner phone?

    You know the movie trope: A spy, fugitive, or criminal utters something into a phone, then snaps it in half or takes it apart (with one hand, no less), as pieces litter the ground. But even you, assum...

    Millie Fung 19.07.2022 7 mins
  • How to boost Wi-Fi signal at home to get faster internet

    How to boost Wi-Fi signal at home to get faster internet

    It won't surprise anyone to learn that internet usage has surged dramatically since the Covid-19 pandemic started, thanks to much more time spent at home. This makes the speed and strength of our Wi-F...

    Ceinwen Thomas 19.07.2022 11 mins
  • What are white hat, gray hat, and black hat hackers?

    What are white hat, gray hat, and black hat hackers?

    You’ve seen the headlines. Data stolen. Computer networks locked. Private information leaked. Whenever hackers are mentioned in the media, it's almost always in a negative light. While it’s true t...

    Samuel Gilzean 14.07.2022 7 mins
  • Cybersecurity tips for small businesses

    Cybersecurity tips for small businesses

    While it’s tempting to assume that hackers aren’t interested in small businesses as targets, that couldn’t be further from the truth. In fact, small businesses could be seen as easier targets by...

    Marcus Tsui 12.07.2022 4 mins
  • How to stop receiving spam emails

    How to stop receiving spam emails

    A spam email, also known as junk email, is an unsolicited message sent out in bulk, typically for advertising products and services to you. Not only are they annoying, but they can also contain variou...

    Millie Fung 11.07.2022 14 mins
  • 8 tips for online safety this travel season

    8 tips for online safety this travel season

    This holiday season, whether you're visiting family or getting away from it all, don’t let your guard down when using your devices away from home. Sure, it’s nice to think about unplugging for the...

    Tim Pritchard 06.07.2022 5 mins
  • What is a firewall & how does it work

    What is a firewall & how does it work

    Imagine leaving your front door unlocked. Anyone—or anything—could wander in without warning. The same goes for your digital life. A firewall is the invisible guard that checks everything trying t...

    Chantelle Golombick 27.06.2022 26 mins
  • What is the browser-in-the-browser (BitB) attack?

    What is the browser-in-the-browser (BitB) attack?

    You've been warned not to click on suspicious email attachments designed to steal your information, or not to open sketchy links sent to your LinkedIn inbox that can install malware onto your computer...

    Millie Fung 22.06.2022 3 mins
  • 5 common apps that put your privacy at risk

    5 common apps that put your privacy at risk

    In the cold Canadian winter, there’s nothing like a cup of Tim Hortons hot chocolate. With their app, it’s easier than ever to customize and order your favorite hot drink. However, you might not w...

    Alan 15.06.2022 5 mins

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