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How to Get Rid of a Virus From Chromebook in 2024
How to Get Rid of a Virus From Chromebook in 2024
Short on time? Here’s how to remove viruses from Chromebooks: Scan Device. Run a full scan with a quality antivirus like Norton. Follow the Antivirus’s Recommendations. Once the scan is complete, you’ll be presented with instr...
Tyler Cross by Tyler Cross Updated on September 16, 2024
What Is Online Spam? (And How to Stop It)
What Is Online Spam? (And How to Stop It)

You’re probably used to getting plenty of junk mail delivered to your physical mailbox.

Fliers you don’t want, coupons you don’t need, and endless catalogs show up on a daily basis.

In the last thirty years or so, as the Internet and email have become more prominent, spammers have realized that it’s often cheaper and more effective to peddle their wares online.

Sam Boyd by Sam Boyd Updated on September 16, 2024
15 (CRAZY) Malware and Virus Statistics, Trends & Facts
15 (CRAZY) Malware and Virus Statistics, Trends & Facts

Even though antivirus programs work tirelessly to detect and remove malicious software, malware threats are on the rise, infecting more computers than ever before.

How bad is it?

By analyzing past behavior and the steps taken to eradicate problems, we can make several predictions about the future of this industry. Let’s take a look at the latest malware trends, major statistics, and the effects that malware can have on Windows, Android, and Mac devices.

This article will help you stay up to date on:

  • Major developments in the malware industry.
  • New malware creation trends.
  • Malware infection rates by type.
  • Infection rates by region and sector.
  • The ways different operating systems handle malware threats.

SafetyDetectives Cybersecurity Team by SafetyDetectives Cybersecurity Team Updated on September 16, 2024
How to Update Windows 8 & 10 (FAST & EASY) in 2024
How to Update Windows 8 & 10 (FAST & EASY) in 2024
Your computer is more vulnerable when its operating system is out of date. While system updates don’t protect you in the same way an antivirus does, updates help keep your computer safe from the latest malware and other internet s...
Kate Davidson by Kate Davidson Updated on September 16, 2024
How to Tell if My Computer Was Hacked: Updated 2024
How to Tell if My Computer Was Hacked: Updated 2024
If you’re wondering whether your computer has been hacked, we have some bad news and some good news. First the bad news: if you suspect you’re infected, then you’re probably right (check with this free vulnerability scanning tool)...
Hazel Shaw by Hazel Shaw Updated on September 16, 2024
5 Best Free VPNs for Stake in 2024: Expert Ranked
5 Best Free VPNs for Stake in 2024: Expert Ranked
Short on time? Here’s the best VPN for South Africa in 2024: 🥇 ExpressVPN...
Gjurgjica Panova by Gjurgjica Panova Updated on September 16, 2024
5 Best Free VPNs for Canada in 2024: Safe & Easy to Use
5 Best Free VPNs for Canada in 2024: Safe & Easy to Use
Short on time? Here’s the best VPN for South Africa in 2024: 🥇 ExpressVPN...
Paige Henley by Paige Henley Updated on September 16, 2024
10 Best Omegle Alternatives in 2024 & How to Stay Safe
10 Best Omegle Alternatives in 2024 & How to Stay Safe
Short on time? Here’s the best Omegle alternative in 2024: Emerald Chat. It’s free, doesn’t require you to create an account, and provides a ton of customization options. You get 1-on-1 text chats, group text chats, and video ch...
Raven Wu by Raven Wu Updated on September 16, 2024
NordVPN Not Working? Here's How to Fix It in 2024
NordVPN Not Working? Here's How to Fix It in 2024
NordVPN is an excellent VPN, but you could still experience some issues while using it. For example, you might not be able to connect to a VPN server, the VPN might not work with a specific streaming website, you might experience...
Tim Mocan by Tim Mocan Updated on September 16, 2024
Vietnamese medical company suffers devastating data leak
Vietnamese medical company suffers devastating data leak
Vietnamese medical company suffers devastating data leak Led by Anurag Sen, the Safety Detectives cybersecurity team discovered an unsecured ElasticSearch server belonging to the Vietnamese company Innovative Solution for Healthc...
SafetyDetectives Cybersecurity Team by SafetyDetectives Cybersecurity Team Updated on September 15, 2024