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Author Archives: Safe Gadget
How to International Travel and Maintaining Computer Security Tips
The International Travel Security Problem Many of us travel internationally but few realize how important computer security can be when we visit other countries. People doing business in countries like China and Russia (or any other country for that matter) … Continue reading
Posted in Android, Computer Hardware, Computer Software, iPad, iPhone, Macintosh, Password, Smartphone, Spyware, Virus
Tagged China, International travel, Russia
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Windows Internet Security Software Sale
No need to pay much or even anything for a brand new Internet security suite for Windows. We try to buy software only when it is free! For a limited time only, Leading Windows Internet Security Software are on sale … Continue reading
Welcome to Safegadget.com
Welcome to Safegadget.com, the one-stop website for securing your computer and gadgets. Don’t wait until you have become a victim of malware. While it is impossible to prevent all attacks, it is important that we all secure our systems so … Continue reading
Posted in Android, Browser, Computer Hardware, Computer Software, Firefox, Google Chrome, Internet Explorer, iPad, iPhone, Linux, Macintosh, Online Service, Online Shopping, Password, Phishing, Safari, Smartphone, Spyware, Virus, Windows, Wireless Networking
Tagged Internet Security Roadmap
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Updated Safe Gadget Internet Security Tutorials
The following articles have been updated to reflect new and important security protection schemes: 5/16/2012: Browser security articles Norton DNS is now known as Norton ConnectSafe 5/3/2012: iPhone security how to securely use your iPhone – iPad security how to … Continue reading
Major Wireless Network Security Breach – Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS Bug) PIN Brute Force Vulnerability – Reaver
A major security hole known as WiFi Protected Setup (WPS Bug) PIN brute force vulnerability (US-CERT VU#723755) has been recently found in virtually all modern Wireless Routers used in the home, resulting in a vulnerability that allows hackers to extract … Continue reading
Posted in Computer Hardware, Computer Software, Password, Wireless Networking
Tagged Buffalo, Cisco, D-Link, Linksys, Netgear, Reaver, Wireless Protected Security, WPA, WPA2, WPS
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Recovering from a Malware Infection
Recovering from a Malware Infection or Malware Disaster is a difficult and time consuming process. This involves running 1 or more anti-malware programs to help eradicate any infections. How to tell if you are infected The first step in recovering … Continue reading
Posted in Computer Software, Spyware, Virus, Windows
Tagged Disaster Recovery, Malware Infection, Recovery
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SafeGadget.com iPhone and Android App Now Available
SafeGadget.com’s Free SafeGadget iPhone App is now available in the Apple App store. Stay up to date with all our latest security tips on your SmartPhone. Search the App Store for SafeGadget on your iPhone to find it. SafeGadget.com’s Free Android … Continue reading
Posted in Android, iPad, iPhone, Smartphone, Windows
Tagged Android, App, App Store, iPhone
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Internet for Kids – Parental Controls
The Internet is a scary place for kids and a constant worry for their parents. Inappropriate content, predators, and malware lurk around every corner. It is critical that we teach our kids how to use the Internet safely as well … Continue reading
Posted in Browser, Computer Software, Firefox, Google Chrome, Internet Explorer, iPad, iPhone, Macintosh, Safari, Windows
Tagged content filtering, parental controls
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How to Safely use Twitter
Twitter is becoming more popular everyday. With millions of people to be targeted, Twitter is definitely a battleground for security and privacy. This website has become a worldwide hit and consequently has become a target for those intent on spamming, … Continue reading
Posted in Browser, Firefox, Google Chrome, Internet Explorer, Online Service, Phishing, Safari, Spyware, Virus
Tagged Twitter
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How to Safely use Facebook
Facebook is becoming more popular everyday. With millions of people to be targeted, Facebook is definitely a battleground for security and privacy. This website has become a worldwide hit and consequently has become a target for those intent on spamming … Continue reading
Posted in Online Service, Password, Phishing
Tagged children, Facebook, Facebook Apps, friends, identity theft, privacy
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How to: Anonymous Browsing, Internet Privacy
Why should I be concerned about Internet privacy? Do you like online ads following you around from site to site? Can you discuss your health problems online without fear of losing insurance? Do you worry about publishing private information that … Continue reading
Posted in Browser, Firefox, Google Chrome, Internet Explorer, Linux, Macintosh, Online Service, Safari, Windows
Tagged anonymous browsing, internet privacy
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How to use Wireless Networks or Wi-Fi securely in Public
Free Wi-Fi is available in many locations, from your local café or Starbucks to McDonald’s and many other restaurants. Using these mostly unsecured, public wireless networks puts your information at risk. It is important to employ several safeguards when surfing … Continue reading
Posted in Browser, Firefox, Google Chrome, Internet Explorer, iPad, iPhone, Linux, Macintosh, Online Service, Online Shopping, Safari, Smartphone, Windows, Wireless Networking
Tagged Airport, Cybercafe, Mcdonalds, Public Wireless Hotspot, Starbucks, VPN
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Android Smartphone Security, How to securely use your Android Smartphone or Tablet
Google’s Android operating system powers many popular cellphones including the popular Samsung Galaxy 2. Most Android Smartphone users do not think very much about security. Why is Android more susceptible to attack? Open nature of Android system Multiple App stores … Continue reading
Posted in Android, Browser, Computer Hardware, Google Chrome, Online Shopping, Password, Phishing, Smartphone, Spyware, Virus, Wireless Networking
Tagged Lock Screen, SSL, VPN
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iPhone Security, How to securely use your iPhone
Most iPhone users do not think very much about security. The iPhone is part of Apple’s closed ecosystem, helping to prevent viruses and malware from wreaking havoc. As the iPhone has grown in popularity, the smartphone has become more of … Continue reading
Posted in Browser, Computer Hardware, iPad, iPhone, Online Shopping, Password, Safari, Smartphone, Virus, Wireless Networking
Tagged iPhone, iTunes, Lock Screen, SSL, VPN
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iPad Security, How to securely use your iPad
Most iPad users do not think very much about security. The iPad is part of Apple’s closed ecosystem, helping to prevent viruses and malware from wreaking havoc. As the iPad has grown in popularity, the tablet has become more of … Continue reading
Posted in Browser, Computer Hardware, Computer Software, iPad, Online Shopping, Password, Safari, Virus, Wireless Networking
Tagged iPad, iTunes, Lock Screen, SSL, VPN
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How to: Safe Online Banking and Online Trading
Online banking and online trading have been gaining market share every year. Security breaches make headlines almost daily. With more and more people going online, consumers are worried more than ever about keeping their online banking and online trading safe … Continue reading
Posted in Browser, Computer Software, Online Service, Password, Phishing, Windows
Tagged online banking, Online trading
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How to: Safe Online Shopping
Online shopping has been gaining market share every year. Security breaches make headlines almost daily. With more and more shoppers going online, consumers are worried more than ever about keeping their online shopping safe and secure. In this article, we … Continue reading
Posted in Browser, Firefox, Google Chrome, Internet Explorer, Macintosh, Online Service, Online Shopping, Password, Windows
Tagged online shopping
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Secure Google Chrome Browsing
Google Chrome is one of the most popular web browser for Windows, Mac, and Linux. This makes it a large target for malware and cybercrime. We will focus on securing Google Chrome, and will significantly increase the browser’s security through … Continue reading
Posted in Browser, Computer Software, Google Chrome, Linux, Macintosh, Spyware, Virus, Windows
Tagged Adobe Reader, Browser, Flash, Google Chrome, Java, Quicktime
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Secure Firefox Browsing
Firefox is one of the most popular web browser for Windows and other platforms. This makes it a large target for malware and cybercrime. We will focus on securing Firefox, and will significantly increase the browser’s security through add-ins and … Continue reading
