Tag Archives: email scams

How do I avoid getting bitten by a computer ‘bug’?

It seems like every day brings a new rash of evil-doers on the virtual highway. Steering clear of the bad guys can sometimes feel like a full-time job, but there are a few tricks you can use to protect yourself with little effort. FIRST AND FOREMOST, make sure that you have anti-virus/anti-spam/anti-malware security software installed […]

Be careful when applying security/anti-virus updates – make sure they are legitimate before clicking!

Everyone has heard about various internet scams – like getting $1m from some Nigerian if only you hand over your bank account numbers – but increasingly, the scammers are getting smarter, and looking more ‘authentic’, and getting well-educated professionals to fall for their scams. Before you say, “Sandy, I wouldn’t be that stupid…”, make sure […]