When the World Wide Web first came to life in the late 1990s it opened up new possibilities however, it also brought a new range of threats. Spam affected emails and computer viruses wreaked destruction to corporate networks and hacking was a significant problem. Hackers could steal your personal data and even take control of your online bank or credit account, and sell it on the dark web.
Your online life is more complicated than ever. You’re on the phone, shop online, make purchases online, make use of Facebook and even your IoT devices and internet-connected appliances track and record your activities. All of this data is accessible to hackers, whether they’re part of a criminal organization or a lone idealist with an agenda for politics.
Create strong passwords to all your online accounts. Use a password manager to manage the passwords. Consider using two-step authentication. This adds an extra layer of security by having you enter a code that has been sent to your phone or email address in addition to entering your password each time you log in. Encrypt your hard drive to make it more difficult for hackers to gain access into your private information even if they manage to take control of your mobile or computer. Don’t root or jailbreak your smartphone, and don’t keep your computer running all day long. This can affect the performance of your device, and also open it to cyberattacks. With the proper software tools to screen malware deinstalling, data encryption you can lower the risk of being a victim.
