We all come in contact with liquids in the course of our day to day lives. We are also prone to the danger of having our mobile phones fall into these liquids; water, oil, solvents, etc. With the present prevalent high cost of mobile handsets, it is pertinent that we learn some easy tips that we can use in protecting our handsets from liquid damage.Here are some easy steps to protect the phone from damaging as soon as it comes in contact with liquids.
On a daily basis, people are exposed to various forms of online threats and attacks such as malware, spyware, adware, phishing, viruses, worms, Trojan horses, rootkits, ransomware, etc. To further minimize the vulnerability of online threats and attacks, these information below explains security tips to consumers on actionable steps to take to protect themselves while online.
Wi-Fi hotspots are often a source of joy for most smartphone/device users in need of some free Web browsing or social media time. The benefits of free Wi-Fi access such as the ease of connectivity and opportunity to conserve cellular data makes it a common occurrence for most users to seek out these free connections in public locations such as parks, banks, hotels, restaurants, etc.
According to Yudala, Nigeria's fastest growing composite e-commerce outfit, it states that caution must, however, be exercised when accessing sensitive personal information and/or carrying out online shopping or mobile banking activities over a free public Wi-Fi connection as this could pre-dispose you to grave losses from hackers.
Have you ever been expecting a call only to find out it was unsolicited tele-marketing? Or maybe you have experienced the frustration of receiving incessant unsolicited messages? Well, don't despair as the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) is committed to protecting, informing and educating all telecom Consumers on their rights and obligations.
Cybersecurity can be defined as the protection of computer systems from theft or damage of their hardware, software or electronic data. It also involves protecting the systems services from being manipulated or disrupted.The need to be Cybersecurity conscious is of growing importance due to increasing reliance on computer systems, the Internet, wireless networks and smart devices.
There are no smartphones that are entirely secure or "hack-proof", though some are better than others. In fact, many companies focus on creating phones that are more secure and difficult for hackers to access. However it is not necessary to go out and buy a special phone to protect your privacy and secure your data.
Today's Nigerian Telecom consumer is inundated with numerous Tariff plans and promotions from the different Operators such that it becomes a task deciding on which offer best suits him/ her. Phrases like recharge "N100 and get N5000" or buy "1GB plan and get 4GB free" has become a mantra. It is common knowledge that the Telecom Companies are ultimately in business to make money. To that extent a consumer must consider if these plans and freebies offer the best value for money.