What Technology Does My New Business Need?
staging2020-06-11T14:19:01+10:00Have you just opened up your new business? Congratulations! Great effort. You’re taking a deep breath in as you smell the freshly painted walls and admire your funky new >>
Alphonso… The hidden app that records everything you say.
nikd2020-03-25T15:27:17+11:00It's the stuff of science-fiction movies - you're kicking back on the couch, mucking around on your phone while streaming Stranger Things or The Mandalorian. And all the while, >>
How to make your phone less addictive
nikd2020-03-25T15:29:29+11:00The following article is from the Weekend Australian Magazine and The Times article "The Silicon Valley insider who says turn off your phone". It's an eye-opening view on where >>
The Silicon Valley insider who says turn off your phone
nikd2020-04-08T12:17:47+10:00The following article is from the Weekend Australian Magazine and The Times. It's an eye-opening view on where technology is taking us and well worth a read. We hope >>
Is Facebook listening to your conversations?
nikd2020-04-08T12:19:39+10:00It's a question that has been on everyone's lips for the best part of the decade. There's plenty of anecdotal evidence talking about the eeriness of seeing an ad >>
If I was going to hack you, here’s how I’d do it
nikd2020-05-18T14:37:02+10:00First off, I probably wouldn't pose as a Nigerian Prince. Despite the fact that it has an incredibly high chance of success when marketed correctly. But I would start >>
Disney+ breach highlights why using the same password is a bad idea
nikd2019-11-20T16:44:32+11:00Disney+ is the newest entry into the online streaming market, offering a wide range of old and new Disney content. Day 1 didn't go so well with the service unable >>
Are web ads costing you money? Yep – dynamic or personalised pricing is real and not at all new
nikd2019-11-15T10:01:28+11:00It's 2019 and by now everyone should know that companies are serving you personalised ads based on your search history. What many people aren't aware of is that companies are >>
Should you cover your webcam just like Mark Zuckerberg does?
nikd2019-11-12T04:05:54+11:00Yep. You absolutely should. And stuff chewing gum into your laptop microphone. There are cameras and lenses everywhere. On the side of buildings, in your phone and in your laptop. >>
Can your smart TV really be hacked?
nikd2019-11-05T03:22:42+11:00It's hard to fathom what really makes a TV smart, but the marketing geniuses at just about every manufacturer seem to think that a "Smart TV" is a TV that >>
Why are all the scammers from Nigeria?
nikd2019-11-01T07:00:56+11:00Keen followers of my articles will recall a previous article named "Why do phishing email be writtened such bad english? Turns out it's intentional..." In that article, I explored why >>
Why do phishing email be writtened such bad english? Turns out it’s intentional…
nikd2019-10-30T15:40:52+11:00Greeting and Salutations dear friend! I know this message will come to you as surprised but permit me of my desire to go into business relationship with you. You've had >>
How & why to use a Password Manager for increased Cybersecurity
nikd2019-10-08T09:51:16+11:00Keen followers of this blog will know that we've been banging on about the need to use unique passwords for each online account... and before you spit out your coffee >>
Why deleting your Google history is a must-do
nikd2019-08-21T17:13:07+10:00How comfortable with Google having a copy of everything you've searched... ever? Unless you move to a private search engine DuckDuckGo, then your search engine still likely has a copy >>
Turn On Encryption In Facebook Messenger NOW!
nikd2020-04-08T13:25:49+10:00Facebook Messenger's 'Secret Conversations' allow end-to-end encryption, but the feature is opt-in. Here's how to turn it on and use it. End-to-end encryption means that your conversations are encrypted >>
FBI Ransomware Alert & mitigation steps
nikd2018-12-04T11:51:37+11:00In an FBI and Department of Homeland Security (DHS) alert, the government agencies warned cybersecurity professionals about SamSam MSIL/Samas.A ransomware attacks. Within the alert, the government agencies recommended that organizations take >>
3 simple things you can do today to protect your business (and yourself) from cyber risks
staging2018-04-17T21:01:02+10:00Cyber risk is a complex issue that we all wish didn't exist. 60% of businesses experienced a disruptive security breach in 2016 and there's a global shortage of cyber security >>
Ransomware is everywhere – so what can you do?
nikd2018-03-14T15:56:43+11:00Ransomware is everywhere these days. According to a recent study, 94% of IT providers reported ransomware bypassed top-of-the-line anti-virus software. If ransomware makes it past your front line of defense, >>
What the Privacy Act Amendments mean for Australian Businesses
nikd2017-12-05T10:27:34+11:00The information in this article should be treated as a guide only and not legal advice. Please seek professional legal advice should you require further clarification. The quick summary The >>
