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I know where you live: Creepy scam emails with personal details

Phishing emails are bad enough. But have you ever opened your inbox to find a threatening message claiming that hackers have access to your webcam – complete with some personal information or even a photo of your home? These frightening emails are part of a growing trend of blackmail email phishing scams and extortion online.
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60 people found this article helpful.

Feeling misunderstood? Text tone indicators help clarify meaning online

If you are a frequent user of social media platforms, you may have spotted additions to people’s posts in the form of a slash and a letter, like this: /srs. This is called a tone indicator. Like the tone of a person’s voice pitched higher to indicate a question or louder to indicate anger, these markers help clarify the meaning of the words.
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177 people found this article helpful.

History of passwords: Where does the password come from?

Ever wondered when people started using passwords? Discover the history of passwords – who invented passwords, where the notion of a secure digital password comes from, and what the future of passwords looks like.
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171 people found this article helpful.

How to write Halloween emails: Spooky fun for your inbox

Halloween is the perfect time to get creative with your emails, whether you're sending email marketing messages or party invitations – or just want to add a ghostly touch to a message. A spine-tinglingly fun Halloween email can create buzz, grab attention, and showcase your creativity.
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17 people found this article helpful.

FYI? EOD? Email abbreviations & their meanings

Abbreviations and acronyms are found everywhere these days – and it’s no wonder! We are constantly texting and sending emails, and these shortcuts are faster and easier to type. But do you ever find yourself scratching your head when someone ends a message with RR or NRN?
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Email Netiquette Internet
36 people found this article helpful.

Glossary of 50+ email terms you should know

What is a blocklist? What does BCC stand for? And what does two-factor authentication actually mean? A lot of terms get thrown around when we talk about the internet, and sometimes the exact meaning is unclear to users.
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89 people found this article helpful.

Strong password standards in 2024: Changes and best practices

Did you know that your formerly strong password may no longer be secure? Sad, but true – because cybercriminals are able to break previously hard-to-crack passwords with the help of artificial intelligence (AI) as well as hacking systems and programs that are growing ever more effective and efficient.
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Password Cybersecurity Security
66 people found this article helpful.

What does a phishing link look like? How to check links safely

There seems to be no end to fake emails that are cleverly designed to look like real messages from legitimate companies. As these phishing scams grow more convincing, how can you tell the fakes from the real thing? One line of defense: Learning how to spot a phishing link.
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112 people found this article helpful.

Cybersecurity Awareness Month: 4 ways to stay safer online

Did you know that October 2024 marks the twenty-first National Cybersecurity Awareness Month in the United States? The initiative was launched in 2004 by the US Congress to spread the word about ways we can build a safer digital world.
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How to write a professional resignation email

Congratulations! You’ve just landed your dream job with that marketing start-up. You can’t wait to explore new things, meet new people, and continue your journey of professional growth. However, starting a new position inevitably comes with leaving your current one – and that means writing a proper letter of resignation.
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15 people found this article helpful.

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