Tag: stay safe online
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YouTube begins “global effort” to stop ad blockers.
In an era dominated by digital content consumption, YouTube, the video-sharing giant, has launched an effort to stop ad blockers. This is in order to ensure advertisers receive the returns and exposure they are paying for. The platform strives to maintain its commitment to free, accessible content. As such a concerted global effort has been…
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Romance Scams in 2023
Hey, Geek fans, with Valentine’s Day just around the corner it’s the month of love! Which means some of us will be craving some extra TLC this February! With social media and online dating, it is easier than ever to find romantic connections with people from all over the world! But, along with convenience, connecting…
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Keeping the kids safe online this Summer
Hi Geeks! With the school holidays underway, we know there are plenty of kids and teens looking forward to spending some well-earned relaxation time surfing the web. As a parent or caregiver, it’s your job to make sure they do so safely, so we’ve put together a few tips to keep the kids safe online.…
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The best 2FA authenticator apps for 2022
Howdy, Geeks! Did you know that October is Cyber Security Awareness month? So, this month we’re covering ways to improve your cyber security through two-factor authentication (2FA) and its different security method options. In particular, we’re going to focus on the security method, third-party authenticator apps. Two-factor authentication has become a common and practical method…
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Stay safe online: 2022 Cybersecurity tools and tips
Hi Geek Fans! We all know it’s important to stay safe online, but do we know how? This month we’ve put together our best tips for staying safe online in your everyday browsing. In 2021, the Norton Life Lock Cyber Safety Insights Report found that almost half of Kiwis (47%) said that they didn’t know…