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Internet Safety and Security

What Is Clickbait and How to Navigate It Securely

October 21, 2017 — HelpCloud Resolution Have you ever read something online that starts with, “You’ll NEVER believe …”? If so, you’ve been subject to clickbait. Simply put, clickbait entices its viewers to click. It piques their interest with a catchy photo or caption that seems too good to …

How to Spot Online Scams and Frauds

October 13, 2017 — HelpCloud Resolution Are you familiar with an “open door” policy? This idea is standard practice at many businesses, but others denounce it entirely. Those that adhere to the policy believe it increases communication—which is a pillar of a successful organization. However, …

8 Things to Know About Internet Trolls

October 5, 2017 — HelpCloud Resolution If you use social media, you’ve probably heard, or will hear, about a group of users called “trolls.” These individuals thrive on attention and can incite hatred and provoke anger across various online platforms. They are at their happiest when they …

What is a VPN? Virtual Private Networks Explained

September 27, 2017 — HelpCloud Resolution A Virtual Private Network, or VPN, allows computers, or whole networks of computers, to securely and confidentially connect with each other over the Internet. When you send data from your computer to a web site, or an email address, or one of the many …

The Good and Bad of Pop-Up Blocker Extensions

August 10, 2017 — HelpCloud Resolution Advertising: where would we be without it? For one, we’d probably have made less unwise purchases. On the other hand, how else would we have been introduced to Puppy Monkey Baby ? Ultimately, advertising plays a huge part in our lives, whether we like it …

Fake News and Social Media – Three Key Questions to Ask Yourself

July 28, 2017 — HelpCloud Resolution One of the most interesting things about the internet is that anything can go viral. In a perfect world, only truth—whether it be news or a funny video—would be perpetuated on the internet, but this is generally far from the case. Fake stories and news …