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What is Application Whitelisting?
Application whitelisting, also referred to as application allowlisting, application execution control, and software asset management, is a cybersecurity measure that provides only approved applications access
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New Android Update Addresses Critical Vulnerabilities
Google is typically closemouthed about known vulnerabilities, patches, and what kinds of malware they are countering at any given time. Some of that is to

How to Remove AphroditeTechResults
If you’ve noticed strange pop-ups, new tabs opening without your permission, or your homepage and search engine changing unexpectedly, your Mac may be infected with

What is Employment Identity Theft?
Many Americans already know about identity theft, which occurs when someone takes your personal information, like your address, credit card number, and Social Security number,
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CIS Control 2: Inventory and Control of Software Assets
In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, organizations are becoming increasingly reliant on software assets to drive their operations. However, without a comprehensive understanding of the

What Are CIS Critical Security Controls?
The CIS Critical Security Controls are a collection of cybersecurity practices, principles, and defensive actions. They’re provided by the CIS or Center for Internet Security,

PC Matic Blocks Compromised 3CXDesktopApp
In late March 2023, PC Matic was alerted to malicious activity coming from 3CXDesktopApp, a phone system software created by business communication software developer 3CX.
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How to Throttle Your Browser for Testing
Before your new app launches, you need to make sure that it runs smoothly for your future users. But while your application might run perfectly

How To Update Drivers
Keeping your device drivers up to date on your Windows machine is a great way to ensure that all apps, devices, and processes run smoothly

How To: Install An SSD
Your Computer Never Performed Like This My work laptop is starting to get up there. She’s over 3 years old, and some time last fall
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Slow Computer? Maybe It’s Time To Upgrade To An SSD.
Why upgrade to an SSD? If you’re tired of waiting for your slow computer to load programs or transfer files, it might be time to

10 Steps For Speeding Up Your Slow Windows PC
These simple steps may help resolve general slowness issues with your Windows PC. 1. Restart Your Computer This can help clear out any temporary files

Why Good Cyber Advice Is in Short Supply
The first Cybersecurity Awareness Month was in 2004. The first ransomware was in 2013. The Colonial Pipeline infection was in 2020. Cybersecurity awareness has never been higher. Yet cybersecurity
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International Deliveries in Limbo – How Royal Mail Could Have Avoided Ransomware Attack
Back in January, it was reported that the UK’s primary postal service and courier company, Royal Mail, halted all international mail and parcel deliveries due

The Largest Ransom Demand in the World
Rob Cheng talked with Liz Callaway last week, discussing a variety of cybersecurity topics. However, as expected, ransomware was a hot topic, as well as

Rob Cheng Talks Cyber Regulations and Insurance with Liz Callaway
Last week, PC Matic founder and CEO, Rob Cheng joined Liz Callaway on her radio show to discuss all things cyber. Cyber Regulations Several regulations
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Cash App Scams and How to Avoid Them
Can Someone Hack Your Cash App Account With Just Your Email? Peer to peer money transfer apps like Cash App and Venmo are convenient for

FBI Issues PSA About Student Loan Forgiveness Scams
In an October 18th Public Service Announcement released by the FBI; the agency warned that individuals applying for Federal Student Loan forgiveness under the Biden

Stay on alert for email scams like this!
As the holidays approach, scammers are ramping up their efforts to deceive you. Today our team received a few reports of fake PC Matic emails