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Virtual Private Network (VPN)

A virtual private network (VPN) is a service that provides a secure internet connection by creating an encrypted "tunnel" for your data, protecting your online identity by hiding your IP address and allowing you to use public Wi-Fi safely. People use VPNs when using public Wi-Fi regularly, if they want to access home content [...]

2024-10-10T12:19:51+01:00September 21st, 2022|

Virus

CISA defines a virus as a malicious program that spreads by first infecting files or the system areas of a computer or network router's hard drive and then making copies of itself. A virus infecting devices or networks can often lead to detrimental effects, including data corruption, unauthorized access, and system instability. Unlike other [...]

2024-10-10T12:13:15+01:00July 6th, 2023|