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IoT, or the Internet of Things, refers to the billions of physical devices connected to the Internet at any given time. The history of IoT began as early as the 1980s, when individuals had limited access to technology. Security concerns have arisen as more and more devices connect to the Internet; however, IoT has many positives. Today, you'll find at least one IoT device if there is a connection to the Internet: from home security cameras to smart TVs and even cars. Many businesses are looking into how they can use IoT to their benefit. People will continue to look...

Cyber Awareness Month: Putting It All Together In the age of cybercrime, phishing scams are only getting more sophisticated. However, that doesn't mean we have to be victims! This October is Cyber Awareness Month, and we're encouraging Canadians to get together today and educate each other on how they can protect themselves from phishing emails. Seven (7) Red Flags of Phishing. Don't fall for phishing scams. Here are seven (7) red flags to look out for. The email is poorly written. Phishing emails often contain spelling mistakes and poor grammar. The email is unexpected. The email address looks different. The...

It all comes down to - You. No matter what safety precautions campaign the government and any organizations have, there is always a loophole. Individually we should not only be seen as the last defender but also the first wall of security. Why become a champion? Get Cyber Safe champions are organizations, and individuals who are dedicated to promoting a safer and more secure internet. Become a Get Cyber Safe champion and help promote cyber security through your business, non-profit organization, school community, or through your personal networks. (Get Cyber Safe)                  ...

Many of us have made it a habit to share aspects of our personal lives on social media, such as photos of our pets or birthday wishes to loved ones. However, cyber threats such as phishing scams exist on social media, just as they do on other platforms. It's critical to be cautious when connecting with people on social media, whether we know them in real life or not.   Here are a 4 tips to avoid phishing scams on social media: 1. Malicious LinksMalicious links are not only sent via emails or text messages. They can be sent to your...

4 THINGS WE CAN ALL DO TO PROTECT OURSELVES FROM CYBERCRIME. Cyber security is a hot topic in today's world. It doesn't matter whether it's an individual or a business at risk. There are countless dangers they face each day. Check out this blog post to learn more about cyber security and how you can protect yourself from these threats!   The reality is that we're all at risk and that cyber security, although becoming a bigger issue, is not something the average person thinks about. What can you do to defend yourself and your company against the growing problem...