Secuirty Tips Archive

Update Firefox now: major vulnerability could steal your data

Update Firefox now: major vulnerability could steal your data   vulnerability discovered by Mozilla lurking in an advertisement shown by a Russian news site could steal your files and upload them to a Ukrainian server without you ever knowing. The flaw exploits Firefox’s PDF viewer and the JavaScript context to inject a script that can search for and

Ebook screen tech is changing how Australia sees the road

Ebook screen tech is changing how Australia sees the road Sydney has introduced E Ink traffic signs that, in the near future, could revolutionise how traffic is managed. Designed by Visionect – and funded by the city’s Road and Maritime Services agency (RMS) – the signs can be updated over the air, and even be read

Password Boss Premium

Password Boss Premium   More and more consumers are becoming aware of just how dangerous it is to use the same password everywhere, or to use a weak, easy-to-remember password. It’s not surprising thatpassword management is a growing market sector. Password Boss Premium ($29.99 per year) is the newest entry in this field, but it’s

Windows 10: The Best Windows Yet?

Windows 10: The Best Windows Yet?   Everybody can finally exhale a sigh of relief: Windows 8 is going away, and it’s once again safe to upgrade your PC’s version of Windows. Windows 10 is nearly here (it will be launched in the evening today, finally!), and a major thrust of its design is to

Could Your Android Phone Be Hacked With a Text?

Could Your Android Phone Be Hacked With a Text?   Is your Android phone under attack? Researchers have discovered a bug in Google’s mobile operating system that can give hackers access to people’s phones just by sending a text. According to mobile security firm Zimperium, attackers need only know your phone number. Discovered by Zimperium

The Best Ebook Readers

The Best Ebook Readers With prices starting at well below the magic $100 mark, it’s a great time to buy an ebook reader. If you’re not concerned about extra features, any of the base E Ink models from Amazon or Barnes & Noble will do the trick with aplomb. All feature fast page turns, high

Skype for Business

Skype for Business   When it comes to online communications, Skype is the de facto method because the service makes it so easy to call other users and video chat. Despite its advantages, however, Skype is very much a consumer service and not a business one, as it doesn’t support conference calls or screen sharing. With

ProActive Software ProWorkflow

ProActive Software ProWorkflow A single freelancer can stay on top of her work with a to-do list and a spreadsheet, but the owner of a small business with employees and contractors to oversee, as well as clients to bill, needs a more powerful collaboration service solution. ProWorkflow covers all the bases. It’s complex, and even

One Up

One Up   One Up stands out from other online accounting services for several reasons, both positive and negative. On the plus side, it has exceptionally sophisticated inventory management and product-pricing tools for small businesses. It’s one of the least expensive services (starts at $9 per month for solo use with no support)and one of the most

Kaspersky Internet Security for Mac

Kaspersky Internet Security for Mac   Security is everyone’s problem, and just because Macs aren’t known for their malware, it doesn’t mean you’re safe if you use one. Kaspersky Internet Security for Mac brings antivirusprotection, firewall tools, Web protection, parental control, and more to OS X. It’s a very solid offering, though it suffers from some