#1093 - Can My Computer or Signed-In Account Be Hacked from the Internet?
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Can My Computer or Signed-In Account Be Hacked from the Internet?
Never say never… but it's pretty close to never.
Worried that staying signed in leaves you open to hackers? I'll explain why your router, firewall, and smart habits protect you, what the real risks to your accounts are, and the simple steps you can take to stay safe online.
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Why Am I Being Labeled a Spammer?
You might be collateral damage in the war against spam.
Possibly being labeled a spammer is another reason not to forward political and other emails. Do it enough, and your normal email may not get delivered.
USB Charging and Cables Explained: Safe and Simple
At worst, slower than it could be, but that's fixable too.
With USB-A and USB-C, things have gotten simpler, but not always obvious. I'll walk you through what cables really do, how devices and chargers "talk," and why missing charger blocks isn't a big deal.
Are VPNs Safe for Online Banking?
Safe? Sure. Safer? Probably not much.
Think a VPN makes online banking safer? Banking is already protected by strong encryption, but a VPN adds a twist. I'll explain what's really protected, what isn't, and where the real risks lie when you bank on the go.
Can the Owner of an Open WiFi Hotspot See What Files I'm Downloading?
If they're techie enough, maybe.
Internet cafe owners can monitor the activity on open WiFi hotspots. Whether or not they take the time to do it is another story!
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Can the Owner of an Open WiFi Hotspot See What Files I'm Downloading?
Internet cafe owners can monitor the activity on open WiFi hotspots. Whether or not they take the time to do it is another story!
Watch: Can the Owner of an Open WiFi Hotspot See What Files I'm Downloading?
Are VPNs Safe for Online Banking?
Think a VPN makes online banking safer? Banking is already protected by strong encryption, but a VPN adds a twist. I?ll explain what?s really protected, what isn?t, and where the real risks lie when you bank on the go.
Why Am I Being Labeled a Spammer?
Possibly being labeled a spammer is another reason not to forward political and other emails. Do it enough and your normal email may not get delivered.
USB Charging and Cables Explained: Safe and Simple
With USB-A and USB-C, things have gotten simpler, but not always obvious. I?ll walk you through what cables really do, how devices and chargers ?talk,? and why missing charger blocks isn't a big deal.
Can My Computer or Signed-In Account Be Hacked from the Internet?
Worried that staying signed in leaves you open to hackers? I?ll explain why your router, firewall, and smart habits protect you, what the real risks to your accounts are, and the simple steps you can take to stay safe online.
Watch: Can My Computer or Signed-In Account Be Hacked from the Internet?
