Cybercriminals are attracted to stealing data that they can make money from, such as credit and debit card numbers, bank account numbers, Social Security numbers, birthdates, full names and addresses. They can commit identity theft with Social Security numbers, sell credit and debit card numbers to other cybercriminals or bleed bank accounts dry using bank account information.

Over the past two decades, the Internet has evolved from something of a novelty to a tool most of us heavily rely upon every single day. The Internet has completely changed the way we do things, from how we work to how we communicate, socialize, shop and learn.

The Internet has blurred the lines between real world and the virtual one. Technology is barreling into our hands through smartphones at an unbelievable pace.

Let’s face facts: it's easy to forget passwords. People often use simple words, such as a pet's name, or easy-to-remember dates such as a wedding anniversary. A hacker could try your name, children's names, birthdates and pets' names as passwords to get access to your computer.

Many online users are still being confronted with similar messages to the above thanks to a type of malware called ransomware. The scam works by using malware to disable the victims’ computers until they pay a ransom to restore access.

Spam. In some ways, it's the electronic equivalent of junk mail and junk phone calls. Spam is not only an unsolicited and annoying nuisance, it's also a pervasive problem that's clogging and overwhelming the Internet's email systems. Spam accounts for approximately 80 percent of worldwide email volume.

Have you ever clicked on an intriguing ad or link while surfing the Web and had a barrage of pop-up windows flood your screen or your browser suddenly send you to a slew of unsavory sites?

Social media runs a significant portion of people’s social lives. We use it to connect with far-flung friends and family, send quick messages to co-workers, and announce major (and minor) events in our lives. Many businesses use social media sites to collaborate or share information—for instance, you might discuss a project with co-workers via a Facebook messaging session or plan a conference on a LinkedIn forum.

Tax season is a busy time for cybercriminals. Know some basic precautions to take when filing taxes online.

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With the rise of cybercrime and the high costs associated with it, it’s even more important that you learn how to protect what matters most—the personal information inside your device.

The Internet threat landscape was booming last year for cybercriminals. We reported on 54 major events in 2016. And that’s not counting the little stuff.

On January 3, 2017, Norton by Symantec unveiled Norton Core: a uniquely designed, high-performance Wi-Fi router that will change the way people secure their connected homes.

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October is National Cyber Security Awareness month.Identity Theft is one of the most dangerous threats on the Internet Landscape. If a cybercriminal gains access to your financial information, it...

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Norton takes a deeper look at the connected home in the 2016 Norton Cyber Security Insights Report. The purpose is to help us understand how everyday people are personally impacted by cybercrime.

Did you know that most electronics use a fair amount of raw materials, harvested from our Earth? In addition to gold and copper, electronics also can use oil, iron, platinum, silver, nickel, aluminum, and even wood.

Getting a new device? Learn about the best way to safely retire your old technology.

A tech support scam is a form of Internet fraud that implements manipulation and fear tactics in order to get the victim to take the bait. Learn the different types of scams and know what to do if you think you have been scammed.

If you're an Android user and you receive an unexpected SMS or a strange notification from what appears to be a familiar source, beware; criminals may be trying to rip you off. Find out how scammers try to trick you into installing a fake app.

It’s National Clean Out Your Computer day, and as they say, “Cleanliness is next to Godliness.” It applies to your computer just as much as it does to your house.

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When it comes to donating or recycling your old ware, it’s important to first wipe your computer of all things personal. At first, you may think that’s not very much stuff; however, our devices hold more about us than we realize.

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Some quick dos and don’ts to help you greatly reduce unwanted spam text messages and prevent them from showing up on your phone or any other mobile device.

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If you’re on free public Wi-Fi while out holiday shopping, be sure to add a little ho-ho-ho to that Wi-Fi hotspot with these security tips.

Make the most of technology this holiday season. Let devices bring you and your family closer.

While online shopping has made our lives easier, it also exposes new weaknesses with the information we use to make those very purchases.

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Learn how to choose antivirus software to protect your computer or mobile device against viruses, malware, phishing, ransomware and other threats.

Firewalls function as a critical line of defense against cybercriminals. Know what they protect and how they work.

Think you've been a victim of identity theft? Got a notification that a data breach includes your data? Learn about how freezing your credit report could help save you time and headaches.