A backdoor creates an alternative entry point into a device, a network, or software that grants remote access to resources such as databases and file servers. Hackers scan the web for vulnerable applications which they use to install backdoor viruses. Once installed on your device, a backdoor virus can be hard to detect because files tend to be highly obfuscated. The existence of a backdoor in your device gives perpetrators the ability to remotely carry out a variety of hacking purposes such as:...

It adds a protective layer to test your code confidently without worrying about online risks. However, you risk exposing your source code and data if you perform all your testing and validation in the developer environment. And if an attacker finds a vulnerability in the physical system where you are performing the test, they can execute a fully-fledged attack. As a result, you can lose your critical business information and the users’ trust in using the software....

The U.S. has the highest number of credit card fraud cases of any country. In 2018, 38.6% of all card fraud cases were from the U.S., which translates to a massive $9.46 billion in illegal transactions. As recently as January 2021, Adrian Fichidiu, a Romanian individual, was sentenced to five years in prison for installing skimming devices on ATMs. Adrian’s adventure cost 1,000 bank customers about $1.5 million. How Does Credit Card Skimming Work?...

The year 2020 began with approximately 44 zettabytes of data, which is about 40 times greater than the total number of stars in the observable universe, according to the World Economic Forum. And this number is going to increase in the upcoming days. That’s an insane number, but true! Therefore, there’s a dire need to ensure your network exhibits adequate performance to meet the growing demands. Now, the elephant in the room is network performance, which depends upon certain factors, to name a few – Latency, Time To First Byte (TTFB), Bandwidth, and Throughput....

And why not; we live in the 21st century where the power of the internet has blessed us to sell or buy commodities online, even an online business for that matter. This means you are no longer required to start everything from scratch. If you are a busy entrepreneur, you can buy an established business that shows you some promising future. And then, grow the business using your skills and expertise....

Digital marketing has become the gold marketing standard for any product and service. Most businesses requiring digital marketing may not functionally manage online marketing because they lack a dedicated team. To fill the void, many digital marketing agencies have sprung up. Consequently, agency project management tools have become a must-have for such agencies. This article will introduce you to some leading and affordable agency management software that your marketing team can use....

Playing games has always been a source of enjoyment for all people. With the introduction of computers and modern gaming, gaming has become an irreplaceable part of everyone’s lives. Gaming has led to an increase in the number of computer-related jobs. This is because plenty of people are required to plan and make games. For those who are unaware, there are many countries where gaming is counted as a sport, and there are gaming tournaments for gaming enthusiasts....

Only 20% of people read beyond the headlines. The art of copywriting is a skill that takes lots of practice. Fortunately, technology has allowed the average writer to write stunning ad copies. We’ve compiled a comprehensive list of the top Google and social media ad copy generators any marketer can use to produce succinct and persuasive copy in minutes. But first, let’s know the basics… What is an Ad Copy?...

Did you ever call a customer care number of any company to get help regarding some issue, and a pre-recorded professional voice greeted and asked you to pick one of the options from the menu? The software that plays the pre-recorded message and takes input from you is an IVR. When any customer calls your business for a query or to get some business-related information, IVR software greets them and presents them with a menu of options to choose one option from it and captures their choice....

Even if you can’t really go out to have fun and adventure, emerging technologies have made it possible to get that thrill and excitement through video games. You can fight to win the game and build shelter, craft weapons, make friends, and take the game to the next level. The high-quality graphics, elements, and exploration possibilities have added to the popularity of these video games. This is the reason why we have game enthusiasts from all over the world, including me....

It is difficult to analyze and know that you have been snoring and disturbing others. But once everyone starts complaining, it becomes a cause of worry for you. But you don’t need to worry anymore. Technological advancements have introduced snoring apps that analyze your snoring pattern and help you overcome it. This article focuses on the apps that will help you eliminate this snoring habit and how you can monitor and control snoring....

There are plenty of options, and it can be confusing which one to choose. But, don’t worry, in this article, we are going to explore some of the best editors for productive development. Even though you can edit your web projects in these text editors, if you want to be an efficient web developer and increase your performance and efficiency, then the pre-installed tools like Notepad and Gedit will have shortcomings....

The irresistible content has the power to drive more and more traffic to it. Flawless writing is crucial for this. Punctuation mistakes that often seem little ones can ruin the whole piece of your writing. If you are an occasional writer, writing flawless content can be very difficult. Even regular writers often commit small punctuation mistakes such as commas, semicolons, colons, etc. The inappropriate use of punctuation elements can transform the meaning of a sentence....

Virtual receptionist services are the best way to save on labor costs and increase business productivity. These services help you free up your time and focus on solving other essential business issues. This article will help you find the best virtual receptionist services to receive your calls even when you’re unavailable. Let’s dive into more details. What are Virtual Receptionist Services? Phone calls are essential for inquiries and level up the lead generation process for any business....

From digital content to physical consumer goods production, automation is everywhere. It reduces costs, improves consistency, and boosts productivity. SCADA software is a must-have item for industrial automation. The application combines field data and computation in one place for the operators to deliver outstanding product performance in any industry producing real-life goods. What Is a SCADA Software? SCADA is the acronym for Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition. This is a concept of high-level management of industrial production processes and machines....

Well, I don’t want to spoil that calmness, but you shouldn’t relax too much and blindly rely on your DNS provider since there are risks that threaten it and performance issues that could negatively affect the experience of your website visitors. Just an example: about a year ago, a global hacking campaign was launched to attack DNS servers that presented a certain vulnerability. The attacks left many DNS servers directing traffic to malicious websites....

In case a cyber attack occurs, every second count. Losses due to an attack can multiply with each passing minute. That’s why early detection is key to minimizing the impact of a cyber-attack. EDR tools are a valuable ally when it comes to quickly mitigate a dangerous cybersecurity incident. Importance of reacting on time The more time cyber criminals go unnoticed on a corporate network, the more data they collect, and the closer they get to critical business assets....

What makes the game so unique? Who are the live streamers who have contributed to making the game a success? This article will share all the information about the game and its streamers with you. Fortnite introduces you to a world of new experiences. You may drop onto different islands and compete among other players to become the last man alive. What makes the game even more interesting is the fact that you get the power to create an island that runs as per your rules....

Software package hosting repositories help developers create, track, and maintain software packages. A code repo has a repository management tool that enables developers to access app packages, integrate the package with a version controlling systems, and track the deployment status of the packages. You may have heard a lot about the popular code registries like Python repository, npm repository, and Maven repository for Python, Node.js, and Java projects, respectively. Find below a list of popular package hosting repos for worry-free software development....

You should dive into the NFTs if you want to confront the ‘strange’ in modern-day technologies. Essentially a digital copy of art pieces, sometimes, they command attention-grabbing price points. For those who don’t know, NFTs indicate a symbolic possession of anything physical or digital in the form of images, audio, videos, etc. Anybody can have it by downloading it from the internet and share with others. Some compare this act of right-click-and-save to theft, but there aren’t clear guidelines, and there isn’t any easy way of stopping this either....