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Mistyped Web Sites Lead To Malware

January 16, 2012April 30, 2021 ~ trionaguidry ~ Leave a comment

Ever type the wrong Web address by mistake? Did you know that cybercriminals snatch up typoed domains in order to create tempting lookalikes? Typosquatting is the practice of registering a domain that is a typo of a common site, like goole.com instead of google.com. Most people don't notice their typos, especially if they land on … Continue reading Mistyped Web Sites Lead To Malware

How To Create Secure Passwords

September 15, 2010January 9, 2021 ~ trionaguidry ~ Leave a comment

Many people say to me, "I don't need a secure password. I don't have anything sensitive on my computer, so I don't care if a hacker gets in." You, my friends, are a hacker's dream. Because it's not necessarily your personal information they want, although they'll happily steal your credit card info if they can. … Continue reading How To Create Secure Passwords

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I’m a freelance writer and computer expert with over 25 years of experience in Windows and Mac tech support for consumers and small businesses. I write articles about technology both in print and online, and I offer tech support, web design, social media marketing, and business writing services. My pronouns are she/her.

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