Packet-filtering firewalls are commonly used to protect against cyber threats. Like all firewalls, they monitor and filter network traffic. Packet-filtering firewalls, however, specifically target data packets known as Internet Protocol (IP) address packets. They will...
To say there are a lot of ads on the internet would be an understatement. Research shows that the average American is exposed to over 10,000 ads per day, most of which appear on the internet. You can’t always trust ads on the internet, however. Some of them are...
If you’re thinking about using a demilitarized zone (DMZ) to protect against cyber threats, you might be wondering which services to place in it. Many businesses use a DMZ to protect some of their services from cyber threats. It acts as a perimeter network. The...
Keyloggers are a common type of malware. Upon infecting your computer, they will record your keystrokes. Everything you type will potentially be seen by the hacker who deployed the keylogger. Whether you’re typing a sensitive email or logging in to a bank...
