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Don’t Believe These Common VPN Myths

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A Virtual Private Technology (VPN) is a technology where the computer from long distance will connect the the remote server appearing as the local system. You might have been using the VPN to circumvent the Geo-restricted websites and content on the internet, or to remain anonymous online. The purposes might be different but the aim is the same, to provide security to the network connection and thereby the data on the computer that is prone to vulnerabilities. The following are the common VPN myths that are debunked to educate you.

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Myth 1: VPN is for do illegal activities online

This is one of the top most common VPN myths. The private networks are not actually used for accessing the restricted content on the web. The actual purpose is to encourage the security of the connection.

Myth 2: VPNs slowdown internet connection

It is of course another popular common VPN myth that people think the speed of the internet connection will be reduced due to the twisted server connection in between. Actually, the speed of the VPN depends on the speed pf the internet connection of the computer connecting. That means the VPN cannot over perform more than your internet speed. Another thing is that the location of the server that you are connecting.

Choose good and proper maintained servers to avoid the slowing down of connections. Not all connections to VPNs are slow.

Myth 3: Free VPN are enough for us

Free VPNs may be available for at no cost but are strictly restricted at speeds and other limitations like monthly usages. When you seriously want to use VPNs regularly, better pay for the premium servers and get the best of their performances.

Myth 4: All VPNs are same

Not all VPNs are the same. They don’t locate at one location, provide the same speed and performance. The core purpose of the VPNs are to provide the encrypted connections to the user. Not all VPNs use the same encryption mechanisms. Some may use weak ones and some the strongest of all.  Choose the best one wisely.

Myth 5: A VPN protects from threats online

Just because you are wearing the tight wool on the body doesn’t mean that you won’t catch the hypothermia due to the freezing ambience. The same way, just because you are using the secured encrypted connection doesn’t mean that you are safe from the online malware, phishing attacks, scams and threats. The connection is only the secured entity here. Your secured connection helps you not to bypass the communications over network. it doesn’t do the anti-virus software job.

Hope you have realised by now about the common VPN myths. Stay safe online!

Top 5 Ransomware Attacked Countries Includes India

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India was listed on the top 5 countries that are being attacked by the ransomware hacking software that blackmails the users to pay to get the data decrypted. If you have watched this video posted on this site, you would have understood what these black mailing apps would be like.

Ransomware is a malicious piece of software that take control of your data on the device and demands for money to get it decrypted (with the key that they will have with them). It is a great obstacle for the countries that are digitalising like India to get through these attacks. The main problem is the users are not that much educated technically but yet uses the technology effectively.

The smartphones are not exempted from the ransomware attacks. Apps masquerading the security apps have attacked the android phones silently. If you have seen the Q1 of the 2016, the hacking attacks have been increased up to 14% which shows the negligence of the people over the online digital security.

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The intensity of the security risks like these have a profound influence of the versions of the software that are being used. Old software is more vulnerable to hacking compared to the latest one. If you are still hanging out with the old software on your computer, upgrade to the latest software today itself.

According to the reports of the Kaspersky security labs, more than 11,000 users were attacked and looted mercilessly. Most of them are exploited by the locky app that locked down the data from their devices and demanded for money. It attacked the Windows operating system back in February in this 2016.

Keep your software updated, never enter the unsafe security zone, never let your computer or smartphone install uncertified apps. Moreover, stay conscious while using technology. Because the consequences might be fatal.

Beware of these Android Scams; Must Read

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Where there is a scope for technological evolution, there would generate the scope for vulnerabilities too. After android phones evolved rapidly in the span of few years, the spam and scams have also taken different shapes to hit the target victims. In this article, I’m going bring to your notice the top android scams that are being successful in looting the innocent victims.

 

 

1. Text message phishing scam

We have been seeing these message scams since the SMS times. These kind of messages have taken a new shape and are coming with the direct links imposting the legitimate sources like bank and insurance agencies. These messages try to gain the trust of the victim and gathers the personal details slowly.

Never respond to these kind of messages. Consult the bank or insurance office directly through phone or directly and inquire about it.

2. Imposter apps

Some hacking apps are available on the internet that deceive people with the logo of a legitimate app and HTTPS like connections. Take n example of the WhatsApp Gold that has been propagating through forwarded messages virally. These apps infect the phones with malware and theft the personal details.

3. Tech support scam

These are the scams of past two decades. These are also called as ‘high-tech’ scams. People call you claiming that they are from the company of the product that you are using and fear you with the false news that you computer is affected by some serious malware and can be deleted if not paid certain amount of money. These are the ransomware type scams that you should be careful about.

4. Recharge scams

These scams are the most popular and viral of all the scams. Apps claim to be providing the recharge amount of Rs.10 or 20 if it is shared on the groups in numbers. They end up with nothing at last just spreading the fake app news. These kind of scams might infect the phone in the background and induce the malware into it. Don’t get greedy over Rs.10 or 20 and risk your privacy and personal details for it.

These are the most famous and most viral scams that you should be careful about. Beware of the android scams that are spreading around you. Think trice before taking any action on those apps. Research on internet if possible and make a conclusion.

Be Safe online!