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Simple and Effective Online Safety Tips2

5. Enjoy Online Shopping Simply and Effectively Without Compromising Your Security Simple and Effective Online Safety Tips2. Going to a physical shop is no longer a requirement when you run out of milk or bread. Now, you can order anything you need (including food, medication, furniture, cooked meals, or clothes) on the internet. And have […]

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Simple and Effective Online Safety Tips

Simple and Effective Online Safety Is Your Responsibility Simple and Effective Online Safety Tips. Older people are using the internet more every year. A recent Pew Research survey found that three-quarters of people aged over 65 are online every day. Here, 61% own smartphones, and 45% are users of at least one social media platform like Facebook, […]

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Latest Scam Update

Introduction Scam Update Latest Scam Update. Scammers continue to prove that there’s no rest for the wicked. While their goals—to get your personal information and money—remain the same year in and year out. However, their strategies constantly change with the times. Fraudsters know people are most vulnerable when they’re desperate or scared. And they may […]

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Senior Security Awareness 2

Introduction To Senior Security Awareness 2 Senior Security Awareness 2. Scams targeting older adults are all too common in today’s world. Many scammers think of seniors as prime targets because of their retirement savings or because they may live alone. There are also many outdated and downright inaccurate stereotypes about older adults that make them popular […]

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Senior Security Awareness 1

Introduction To Security Awareness Part 1 Senior Security Awareness 1. Scams targeting older adults are all too common in today’s world. Many scammers think of seniors as prime targets because of their retirement savings or because they may live alone. There are also many outdated and downright inaccurate stereotypes about older adults that make them […]

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Self-Defence For Seniors

Seniors How to Protect Yourself Self-Defence For Seniors. Everybody deserves to feel safe and secure in public spaces – especially older adults. There’s a greater need now than in years past for self-defence. While older adults might not need to use self-defence tips on a regular basis. However, memorizing them can help provide a sense […]

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WHY YOU NEED A (VPN)

What is a Virtual Private Network A virtual private network, or VPN, is an encrypted connection over the Internet from a device to a network. The encrypted connection helps ensure that sensitive data is safely transmitted. It prevents unauthorized people from eavesdropping on the traffic and allows the user to conduct work remotely.  VPN technology […]

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Beware of Christmas Scams

Introduction to Christmas Scams Beware of Christmas Scams. The Christmas season is upon us. Unfortunately, that also means that Christmas scams are rising. And cybercriminals seek to steal money, personal information, and identities from online shoppers.   Consumers have lost over $500 million due to fraud since the pandemic began in 2020. With online purchases comprising the majority […]

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Cybersecurity tips for older adults

Introduction What is Cybersecurity Cybersecurity tips for older adults. Cyber security is a discipline that covers how to defend devices and services from electronic attacks by nefarious actors such as hackers, spammers, and cybercriminals. And while some components of cyber security are designed to strike first. However, most of today’s professionals focus more on determining the best […]

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Common Scams That Target Seniors

How common are scams that target the elderly? Common Scams That Target Seniors. This is just one example of the many scams that target the elderly. A report from the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) estimates that roughly 5 million senior citizens become victims of fraud or financial abuse every year. A recent report […]