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Have you forgotten about cybersecurity in the midst of the pandemic? Unfortunately, digital scammers and thieves never take time off. So now that it’s springtime, and tax season, it’s a great time to give your “cyber footprint” a spring cleaning. In this article we’ll show you how to declutter physical and digital data and accounts, […]
The holiday shopping season is here and local businesses across Vermont and New Hampshire are ready to help with all of your seasonal needs. When residents support small businesses and local stores, the whole community benefits. As in years past, more people will do some or all of their gift buying online. This is a […]
Americans are generous in spirit, often seeking to help those who have fallen on hard times. Whether it’s the neighbor whose home was destroyed by fire or those made homeless after a major storm, we like to know how we can help. Local, national, and international charities spread the gift of kindness by delivering much-needed […]
In 2017 Equifax’s data breach compromised the personal information of over 147 million Americans. Many consumers who froze their credit in response to the breach found themselves paying fees to all three credit rating agencies–Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion–for this safeguard. After an outcry of concerned voices who exposed these fees as unfair to consumers in […]
Major data breaches have become almost routine. Where does all of that stolen information go? You may have heard of the “dark web,” which sounds like a plot point in the latest science fiction novel, but is actually a hidden part of the Internet where your personal and financial information can be bought and sold. […]
Few events bring the whole world together like the Olympics. Every two years we send our best athletes to compete on the most prestigious international stage. Unfortunately, excitement and pride are not the only things that unite Olympics spectators at home and in the stands. You are also a potential target for Internet scammers looking […]
From Yahoo to Equifax, there have been many high profile cyber security stories in the news recently. When you learn that hackers have stolen customer data from large companies, you may worry that your information is exposed, but have no idea what steps to take to protect yourself. Social media is a great place to […]
I’m connected. You’re connected. We’re all connected! We are more connected than ever before. According to ABI Research, there will be over 30 billion devices connected on the Internet by 2020. Today, our everyday devices are connected to the world including laptops, mobile phones, fitness trackers, smart televisions, home security systems, thermostats, and refrigerators. Additionally, […]
Falling victim to a tax scam is perhaps one of the biggest things Americans wish to avoid more than tax season itself. While tax filing software and electronic submission of returns have made it easier to settle your bill with the IRS, cyber criminals will try to take advantage of taxpayers. Methods of tax return […]
These days, protecting yourself from ATM fraud means more than covering the keypad as you enter your Personal Identification Number (PIN). Just as technology continues to evolve, financial scammers update their methods accordingly. From big data breaches to seasonal fraud such as tax scams, it can be hard to keep up with the latest schemes. […]
Hitting the road for your summer vacation? You’re probably familiar with security basics like putting your lamp on a timer and not sharing your trip dates online. Unfortunately, your home’s physical security isn’t the only thing you need to worry about. Your portable electronic devices contain just as many, if not more, valuables than your […]
When it comes to sharing information online, many people seem to believe that the rewards outweigh the risks. Facebook’s privacy controversies have been all over the news lately, but instead of leading to a mass exodus from the site, the number of active users has actually increased. That may be due to the fact that […]
As scammers grow ever more sophisticated, it is getting harder to distinguish between a fraudulent call and the real thing. That’s why education is one of your best defenses against falling victim to a scam. In this article, we’ll round up some notable scams from last year and describe the trending scams in 2020. If […]