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The current state of data privacy regulations

March 26, 2023January 26, 2023

As technology continues to evolve and expand, data privacy has become a pressing concern for individuals and businesses alike. The UK has a number of data privacy regulations in place, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018. The GDPR is a regulation that applies to all businesses that process personal data of EU citizens, regardless of where the business is located. The Data Protection Act 2018 is a UK law that implements the UK …

7 Signs that your computer is infected with malware

September 28, 2020September 26, 2020

Ok, you’ve got this laptop for some time and everything’s been going great. Then something happens, a few weird issues occur, then your computer gets a little slower – your device is not quite behaving right. You’ve heard a lot about viruses and you even have an antivirus installed. But now you’re not certain if you’re really protected. How do I know if my computer is infected? Malware comes in various forms and its symptoms can be quite diverse. A …

3 invaluable tools for data security

September 26, 2020September 19, 2020

There are so many available options on tools for security, all with claims and guarantees on efficacy. Users are quite spoilt for choice. On this list we highlight some unexpected selections which should make the cut on the decision on what to get for your computer or smartphone.

What to do if you’ve been impersonated

September 22, 2020September 3, 2020

What antivirus should I get?

September 24, 2020August 7, 2020

An antivirus is a computer program used to prevent, detect, and remove malware. It is primarily the first line of defence for the protection your devices and is a must-have when it comes to using your devices online. Over the years, antivirus software, also known as anti-malware, have evolved offering features such malicious website detection, mobile phone scanning, cryptoware protection, and even password management. The choice of which antivirus to install on your laptop or smart device can be a …