You might think that bot accounts on social media are easy to spot. However, like almost all things automated, they’re improving rapidly – and they can pose big security risks if you happen to fall for them.

Firstly, what is a social media “bot”? In short, it’s an automated social media account that’s capable of posting and interacting without any direct human control. While you might have only encountered the spam-posting variety, the truth is that bots are an essential part of the online ecosystem.

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We’re here to help you with your data security. Thanks to our switched-on, security conscious user base, we’re often asked about exactly how we handle all the data we comb through.

Keeping track of how organisations process and store your data is great security practice, and we’re more than happy to answer your queries on this matter. We hope this article will clear up a few misconceptions!

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Owning your own website can come with a host of headaches, from web design to upkeep and perhaps even running your own online store. If you’re among the many users who’ve decided to opt for a WordPress installation, you might enjoy a much simpler job in running and maintaining your site.

However, the popularity of WordPress makes it a particularly rewarding target for hackers. We’ve previously covered how to safeguard your WordPress site, but if the worst should happen, what can you do to repair the damage?

Thankfully, there are some solid steps you can take to help repair your site, and help to prevent further attacks. Read on to find out how to bounce back after a WordPress compromise.

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If you’ve purchased a mobile device or laptop within the last two or three years, chances are it includes some form of biometric scanner. Some people are understandably hostile towards this industry move, with concerns that it might be used for more nefarious data collection purposes.

However, due to the novelty of biometric scanners included in consumer devices, mystery and misinformation seems abundant.

In reality, using a biometric scanner can provide a very easy way to increase the security of a device when compared to other methods. Read on to find out why biometrics might be the new security saving grace.

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You’ve just got a flashy new WiFi modem, or you’re wanting to make your existing one more secure.

Sound like you? Read on for our top tips on securing your wireless home network.

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