Category «Cybersecurity & Online Safety»

Anti-Virus Software: Why You Need it

anti-virus

You might be wondering why you still need anti-virus software in 2022? Haven’t we solved this problem? The answer is no. There are still plenty of internet viruses out there that can do serious damage to our systems.  Don’t risk losing everything! Viruses and malware are still prevalent. Hackers are always coming up with new …

Fraud Prevention Month

Fraud Prevention

March is Fraud Prevention Month, which aims to educate people on online fraud. Protect yourself online and don’t fall for some of the most common scams. The 2021 campaign, from the Competition Bureau, focusses on online shopping. In the past year many of us have been online shopping more than ever. This makes fraud prevention …

Data Privacy Day – Be respectful, stay safe and establish trust

Data Privacy

January 28, 2021, is Data Privacy Day – an international initiative to spread awareness about respecting privacy, protecting data and reestablishing trust online.  The National CyberSecurity Alliance (NCSA) has set out its education goals for 2021. The theme for individuals is “Own Your Privacy.” TwinBytes stands by these messages, as we are always offering tips …

Cyber Security Awareness Month 2020

cyber security

Cyber Security is always important, but even more so now since many of us are working and socializing online more than ever. With the holiday season looming, many will be online shopping more than past years. October is Cyber Security Awareness Month, and with the month coming to a close, let’s review important things that …

Are my work emails private?

work emails

If you work in an office setting, you might be wondering who besides yourself has access to your work emails. Basically, are you entitled to privacy when using your work email account? The answer is no…but kind of yes. Why your work emails aren’t private When you’re given an official email at your workplace the …