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By Andy O'Donnell, About.com Guide

How to Booby Trap Your Smartphone Created: Friday, May 11, 2012 Updated: Wednesday, May 23, 2012
Someone just stole your phone, little do they know that you've booby trapped it. They are in for a real surprise. Let's explore your smartphone booby trapping options.
What Hackers Don't Want You To Know About The Tamper Data Firefox Add-on Created: Sunday, May 20, 2012 Updated: Sunday, May 20, 2012
Tamper Data might just be one of the best kept hacker secrets. Learn what this innocent-looking browser plug-in can do and why web application developers should worry.
The Data on This iPhone will Self-destruct in 10 Seconds Created: Sunday, April 29, 2012 Updated: Monday, April 30, 2012
Did someone steal your iPhone or iPad? Learn how to remotely wipe its data so that the bad guys can't steal your personal information.
Become a Human Lie Detector with F.A.C.E. Training Created: Saturday, April 21, 2012 Updated: Monday, April 30, 2012
Check out our review of Dr. Paul Ekman's online course on recognizing Micro Expressions and learn how it might be used to fend off social engineering attacks.
Is Your Cordless Phone Being Hacked? Created: Thursday, April 26, 2012 Updated: Thursday, April 26, 2012
Are hackers listening in to your cordless phone conversations or is it just your nosy neighbor? Learn how to protect yourself from cordless phone eavesdroppers.
Is Your Mac Safe From the Flashback Attack? Created: Thursday, April 12, 2012 Updated: Thursday, April 12, 2012
Learn how to prevent your Mac from becoming a victim of the Flashback attack and find out how to detect and remove the infection if your Mac has already been compromised.
Review: McGruff SafeGuard Browser for iPad Created: Saturday, March 31, 2012 Updated: Saturday, March 31, 2012
An in-depth review of the McGruff SafeGuard Browser for iPad
The Dangers of Kids and In-app Purchases Created: Saturday, March 31, 2012 Updated: Saturday, March 31, 2012
Your 3-year-old is playing with your phone and just made 300 dollars worth of in-app purchases, and she doesn't even know how to read yet. Let's learn how to prevent your kids and others from makin..
CISSP Prep Guide Created: Sunday, March 18, 2012 Updated: Monday, March 19, 2012
Tips and advice for preparing for the Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) exam.
Caller ID Spoofing Created: Sunday, March 11, 2012 Updated: Sunday, March 11, 2012
Is that really the president calling you at home or have you just been Caller ID spoofed?
Review: Foscam Surveillance Pro for iPhone Created: Sunday, February 26, 2012 Updated: Sunday, February 26, 2012
Foscam Surveillance Pro is a great app for keeping an eye on your home from your iPhone. Check out our review for more information.
Encryption 101 - Understanding Encryption. A hands-on approach for those of us who aren't good at math Created: Monday, February 20, 2012 Updated: Monday, February 20, 2012
A hands-on approach to learning about encryption for those of us who aren't good at math.
Hacker Turn-ons and Turn-offs Created: Monday, February 13, 2012 Updated: Monday, February 13, 2012
Whether you're trying to attract a hacker or drive one away, here are some hacker turn-ons and turn-offs that might help you in your quest
Combating The Insider Threat With Misuse Cases Created: Sunday, February 12, 2012 Updated: Sunday, February 12, 2012
We focus on keeping the bad guys out with firewalls, intrusion detection, etc, but what about the bad guy is sitting in the cubicle next to you? Learn about misuse cases and how they can help comba..
Review: Alarm.com Interactive Alarm Monitoring Service Created: Tuesday, January 31, 2012 Updated: Monday, February 06, 2012
A review of alarm.com's interactive alarm monitoring service
The Dangers of Facebook Oversharing Created: Monday, January 30, 2012 Updated: Friday, February 03, 2012
When does oversharing on Facebook become dangerous? Learn about the perils of oversharing and what you should keep in mind before you share too much.
Step-by-Step: Disable Active Scripting in Internet Explorer Created: Monday, April 10, 2006 Updated: Thursday, January 26, 2012
A step-by-step guide, with screenshots for visual aid, for disabling active scripting in the Internet Explorer web browser. Turning off ActiveX can protect your computer from malicious JavaScript, ...
5 Must-have Security Apps for iPhone Created: Saturday, January 21, 2012 Updated: Saturday, January 21, 2012
From encrypting your phone calls, to arming your security system after you've already left the house, these must-have security apps for iPhone have got you covered.
iPhone Controlled Home Security - DIY iPhone Controlled Home Security Cameras for less than $100 Created: Sunday, November 21, 2010 Updated: Saturday, January 21, 2012
How to setup a iPhone controlled home security camera system for under $100
How to Scam-proof Your Brain Created: Monday, January 16, 2012 Updated: Monday, January 16, 2012
Everywhere you turn on the Internet, a scammer is waiting for you. Learn what it takes to scam-proof your brain.
How to Secure Your Facebook Timeline Created: Saturday, December 31, 2011 Updated: Thursday, January 12, 2012
Facebook's new Timeline is like a scrapbook for stalkers. Learn what you can do to secure it and make it safer.
How to Protect Yourself From Malicious QR Codes Created: Sunday, January 08, 2012 Updated: Sunday, January 08, 2012
Those little black and white boxes are everywhere. QR codes are the latest marketing fad and are also a new avenue of attack for cybercriminals trying to scam you. Learn how to protect yourself fro...
Spicy Password Crackers Created: Saturday, December 31, 2011 Updated: Saturday, December 31, 2011
These treats are called password crackers because people who eat them would probably give you their password just so they could have another one.
How to Hack Into Your Own Computer Created: Saturday, December 03, 2011 Updated: Thursday, December 15, 2011
Did you lock yourself out of your own computer and are trying to hack your way back in? Follow these tips to get your virtual house keys back so you don't have to start over from scratch.
Voicemail Hacking Explained Created: Sunday, December 11, 2011 Updated: Sunday, December 11, 2011
Learn how hackers break into voicemail boxes and find out how you can prevent your own voicemail from getting hacked.
Firefox Security Tips and Tools Created: Thursday, December 08, 2011 Updated: Friday, December 09, 2011
Follow these tips to help secure Mozilla's Firefox web browser on your computer.
5 Gift Ideas for IT Security Geeks Created: Tuesday, November 29, 2011 Updated: Tuesday, November 29, 2011
Are you trying to find something special for the IT security person on your list? Well, you've come to the right place. Check out these gift ideas for IT security geeks.
How to Remove Spyware Created: Monday, November 28, 2011 Updated: Monday, November 28, 2011
Are you convinced that you have spyware or adware running on your computer? Learn how to detect and remove spyware from your PC.
Security Tips for Social Networks and Mobile Devices Created: Friday, November 12, 2010 Updated: Sunday, November 27, 2011
Both Social Network and Mobile devices have become targets for hackers and scam artists. We'll provide you the latest information you need to learn how to secure your social networks and mobile dev..
Facebook Safety Tips for Teens Created: Saturday, November 26, 2011 Updated: Sunday, November 27, 2011
Are you a teen or parent of a teen who just joined Facebook? Learn how to protect your Facebook account and keep it from getting hacked.
Fight Cybercrime Created: Sunday, November 13, 2011 Updated: Sunday, November 20, 2011
Security Tips and Tools to help your fight back against cybercriminals
Shop Safe Online - 10 Tips to Help You Shop Safe Online Created: Friday, December 03, 2010 Updated: Sunday, November 20, 2011
Do you know what it takes to shop safe online? Use these 10 tips to give you some peace of mind.

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