Illegal TV Services That Make Big Promises Rarely Deliver
When we make a purchase, whether it be at a traditional brick-and-mortar store or online, we assume good faith on behalf of the seller...
Are You Opening Doors for Identity Thieves?
Criminals looking to steal identities used to have to dig through dumpsters or steal mail searching for bank statements or unused credit card applications....
What’s the Harm in Creating a Free Account?
There are more than a few ploys criminals and
hackers use to trick us into sharing valuable, personal information
on the Internet. One is that pirates...
Fake Streaming Free Trial Delivers Malware Rather than Films
A new scheme uses our appetite for free trials to trick people into downloading a backdoor into their computers.
What is Jailbreaking?
Jailbreaking a digital device is presented as a way to expand its capabilities. But doing so also limits your ability to protect yourself online.
What is Phishing?
Phishing is a time tested and effective way to infiltrate your devices, and the more you know about it the better you will know how to protect yourself online.
What is Torrenting?
Are torrents safe? Torrenting can be a good way to get large files, but it’s also a way people share stolen content. (Watch)
That ‘Fail-Safe Movie Download’ May Not Be Safe
Some movie studios have begun to release new films simultaneously in theaters and on their streaming platforms. This allows new films to reach the...
Risks of Viewing Pirated Content
There are many risks associated with viewing unauthorized, stolen content. Read about four big ones.
The Dangers of Illegal Streaming: How Pirate Sites Lure Consumers
Pirates use several distribution methods to offer customers stolen content.
Watching Pirated Content is Not Safe
Pirated content is not safe. Downloading, streaming or torrenting pirated content can put your devices and your personal information at risk from malware.
Is Piracy Legal?
Content pirates circumvent legal copy protection and distribute material without the authorization or permission of the content owner.