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How to Spot Fake "Evil Twin" Public Wi-Fi Networks Run by Hackers

Not every Wi-Fi network you access is safe. Some of them might even be fake.

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What Is a Website Defacement Attack and How Can You Protect Your Website?

Running a website? Make sure you're aware of defacement attacks.

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How to Keep Your Blog Secure: 5 Cybersecurity Tips for Bloggers

Every site owner has a responsibility to readers and to themselves to keep blogs and data secure. Fortunately, that's easier than it sounds.

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How to Create a Self-Signed Certificate With OpenSSL

Show visitors to your site that you take their security seriously by creating your own SSL certificate using OpenSSL.

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How to Add an SSL Certificate to a Node.js Application

Running HTTPS locally is a must for certain types of development.

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7 Common Email Security Protocols Explained

How do ISPs and webmail services protect email users? Here's how email security protocols keep your messages safe.

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How to Set Up a Free SSL Certificate on WordPress

If you're looking to add some extra security to your WordPress site, here's how to set up a free SSL certificate. We'll cover two methods.

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How to Use SSL in a Create-React-App Application

HTTPS is a must for modern applications, especially those that deal with user data. Set up HTTPS for React in just a couple of steps.

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TLS vs. SSL: What's the Difference & How Does It Work

These two encryption protocols are often talked about together, but what are they and how do they work?

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3 Dangers Of Logging On to Public Wi-Fi

Think twice before you connect to that free network.

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HTTPS Everywhere Has Turned 10: Here's What's Changed and Why That Matters

A browser extension that encrypts and secures your communication with websites, HTTPS Everywhere has come a long way. But is it bidding farewell now?

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What Is the POODLE Attack and How Can You Prevent It?

We use SSL and TLS protocols to keep connections secure. But even older versions can put your data at risk. Here's what you need to know.

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7 Reasons Your Site Needs an SSL Certificate

It doesn't matter if you're developing a modest blog or a full eCommerce site: you need an SSL certificate. Here are some practical reasons why.

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What Is an SSL Certificate, and Do You Need One?

You'll notice HTTPS in the URL of most sites. That indicates that the page uses an SSL certificate. But what does that mean? Which sites need one?

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Over 25 Percent of Tor Exit Nodes Could Be Spying on Your Data

A malicious party is using the exit nodes to spy on users, and more.

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OpenSSL Alternative RustIs Receives Financial Backing From Google

The OpenSSL alternative should provide better online security, but requires more research.

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How to Setup SSL on Your Site Quickly and For Free With Let's Encrypt

Learn how to show your website is secure and trustworthy with an SSL certificate from Let's Encrypt.

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What Is SSH and What Does It Stand For?

Heard about SSH but never known what it is? Here's what you need to know.

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ZeroSSL Streamlines SSL Certificate Administration

ZeroSSL makes it easy to manage your website's security certificates. Here's a look at what it offers.

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