This month would normally see the beginning of exam season, with students of all ages across the country beginning to prepare for those all-important tests.
However with coronavirus changing lives around the globe, it could instead be time for all of us to sharpen up our knowledge on some key cybersecurity practices and processes.
In case your security knowledge is a bit rusty, here are some of our top tips to make sure you don't get caught out.
What is the difference between malware, spyware and ransomware?
Having more internet-connected devices around the home means that unfortunately, the possible threat landscape is greater than ever before. Whether it’s a laptop, smartphone, smart TV or even a connected thermostat, criminals are always hunting for a way into your network.
Bitdefender Family Pack 2020 features multi-layer ransomware protection, meaning that your documents, pictures, video and media files will all be safeguarded against being encrypted and stolen by ransomware threats.
There's also protection against the latest malware, spyware and adware threats, including protection against botnet attacks from compromising your smart home devices, and the latest network-based adaptive layer of protection prevents exploitation of vulnerabilities in your home system.
Can all my smart devices be hacked?
Security software is now a common presence in businesses and homes across the world, with cybersecurity attacks making headlines on a frequent basis. But although many people are aware of the need to protect their laptop or desktop PC, mobile devices often get forgotten. This is despite smartphones and tablets packing incredible amounts of computing power, and often being our main way of connecting to the internet - so failing to protect them could be disastrous.
Bitdefender Total Security 2020 doesn't just cover PCs, but works across multiple platforms and software versions, running on Windows, macOS, Android and iOS protection.
How can I work from home safely?
With employees and students alike adapting to a new way of working and studying from home, the need to ensure this activity is protected is greater than ever. Remote working may offer extra flexibility and connectivity options, but moving devices outside of an office guarded by your IT team may open you up to extra threats. Hackers will be scanning for ways into your home network, angling for an opportunity to sneak in and access work devices that could then offer them a way into your company systems.
If you're looking for a security solution tailored to working from home, then Bitdefender Total Security 2020 could be the answer for you. It provides all the key tools you need to ensure your online safety, stripping out anything that might slow you down, whilst providing protection against all the latest malware and ransomware threats.
What is a VPN and how does it keep me safe?
A VPN, or Virtual Private Network, is one of the most essential tools in today's remote working world. This nifty tool will disguise your connection, making it seem to originate from a different location overseas, essentially blocking the ability for anyone to snoop on your location or track your internet surfing history.
You may have encountered a VPN at work, with many organisations utilising the tools in this lockdown period to allow remote workers to connect to a company intranet or local network.
But they can also be useful at home to access overseas entertainment - and Bitdefender Family Pack 2020 comes packaged with a Secure VPN service that offers complete online privacy, with a 200MB/day allowance that should mean your internet experience isn't affected.
How do I keep my whole family safe?
As we've mentioned, it isn't just adults and those of working age being affected by the lockdown, as children and students are forced to stay home and adapt to a new way of living. Making sure your entire family stays protected online is crucial, but how do you keep tabs on screen time when everyone is craving their own bit of space?
Bitdefender Family Pack 2020 can be used across up to 15 devices per household, whether PC, laptop, smartphone or tablet, making sure your entire family stays safe online, no matter what devices they use. The platform also includes advanced parental controls that allow parents to discreetly supervise children’s online activities, and block them from any harmful content, making sure everyone is protected.
