{lang: ‘ar’}Introduction Good security policy dictates that the user be forced to change passwords every 90 days. Additionally, security rules necessitates that the passwords be of a certain length, contains alphanumeric characters, and previously used passwords (within a certain time frame) cannot be reused. These are applicable at work and it is a good practice [...]
Spyware
{lang: ‘ar’}Spyware is a program that gets installed without the computer user’s knowledge or explicit consent. Spyware programs are used for activities such as monitoring the user’s surfing habits, harnessing personal information of the user for monetary benefit, serving popup advertisements, redirecting the user to third party applications, and for other unethical activities.
HTTPS Protocol
{lang: ‘ar’}HTTPS protocol transmits information in an encrypted format between a client Browser and a receiving Server. When a web page is HTTPS it means that Secure Socket Layer (SSL) has been enabled. SSL, a protocol developed by Netscape Communications is generally invoked for web pages that involves buying goods or services online or for [...]
Personal Firewall
Computers and Internet Usage – Security Tips
{lang: ‘ar’}Tips to protect your PC when you are online. Stay on top of Security Updates. Use a good Anti-Virus software and update the virus definitions rugularly. Do a virus scan periodically. Use Firewall Software to monitor the flow of information to and from your computer. Use strong Passwords. More the characters the more difficult [...]
Identity Theft
{lang: ‘ar’}Identity theft means someone else assuming your identity and using it for personal gains. It occurs when your personal information is stolen and used by someone else in applying for credit or use your identity for illegal activities. The personal information used may be your social security number, driving licence number, bank account details [...]
Critical Security Updates – Download and Install
{lang: ‘ar’}Software Vendors release critical security updates as and when necessary. The updates may relate to the Operating System (OS) or to any software installed. Generally, these critical updates are released to protect the Computer from a knmos or potential vulnerability. Installing these updates are critical as they protect the Computer from virus, worms, and [...]
Enigmail
GnuPG
Creating a Good Password
{lang: ‘ar’}Internet has given us the capability to trade online or view Banking transactions online and much more. This requires that the you have a good and strong password that would stand up to any brute force attacks. The following article outlines the features of a good password and words or phrases one needs to [...]

