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fromIndependent
6 days ago

Eilis O'Hanlon: Sorry, Simon Harris, but we should keep our right to remain in the shadows online

Maintaining online anonymity is important despite abuse by a few; deleting history and cookies reduces traces but does not guarantee protection from being identified.
fromIT Pro
4 months ago

Gen Z has a cyber hygiene problem

Despite their reputation as digital natives, Gen Z is pretty poor when it comes to cybersecurity practices. Analysis from consumer insights platform GWI found that while many in this demographic have grown up online, only three-in-ten have made a habit of regularly changing their passwords compared to 42% of Baby Boomers. They're also the generation least likely to keep software and devices up to date, with only 43% bothering. Gen Z was found lacking in other basic cyber hygiene practices, the study noted.
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