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First Direct Need These 5 Tips To Stop Twitter Hackers

Posted on March 2, 2010March 2, 2010 by Rob Lewis - Leave a comment

First Direct recently became one of the more high profile Twitter users to have their accounts hacked, thanks to a phishing scam that was spreading by Direct Message last week.

Tagged security, twitter

How To Securely Destroy Your Old PC

Posted on February 21, 2010 by Rob Lewis - Leave a comment

If you’ve ever upgraded from an old, out-of-date PC, chances are you’ve either given it away or taken it to a local tip or perhaps even binned it. Have you ever thought about the amount of sensitive data that could still be lurking on there?

Tagged security, Tips, Tools

Don’t Use Any Of These Stupid Passwords

Posted on February 3, 2010February 3, 2010 by Rob Lewis - Leave a comment

One of the hazzards of us living our lives online is the need to remember any number of usernames and passwords, and often the temptation is to use the same password to access all of our various accounts, including online banking.

Tagged security

Phishing – don’t fall for the bait

Posted on December 21, 2009December 20, 2009 by Rob Lewis - Leave a comment

Heard about online phishing, but know more about fly fishing? Well here are the ins and outs to help make sure you’re not caught hook, line and sinker.

Tagged fraud, security, technology

How To Safely Destroy A Credit Card

Posted on September 10, 2009September 15, 2009 by Rob Lewis - 5 Comments

So you’ve decided to do away with the dreaded “sod-it” card, or your card has expired, and you need to throw it out without letting anyone get their hands on your data, how should you destroy your card?

Tagged Credit Cards, security

Keep Your Eyes Open For These 2 Scams

Posted on January 12, 2009 by Rob Lewis - Leave a comment

There are a couple of scams to be on the look out for, with fraudsters attempting to steal bank and credit card details and empty accounts.

Tagged fraud, scam, security

How Safe Is Your Money?

Posted on October 19, 2008 by Rob Lewis - 2 Comments

Wondering how much of your money is covered by the Financial Services Compensation Scheme? Use this online tool to help you find out.

Tagged Banks, fsa, fscs, money, security

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