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This is what they never told you about online privacy

Understanding the language of the internet can help you protect your personal information from bad actors. Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson explains.......                    ...                        ...You are not allowed to view links. Register or Login online starts with understanding the language of the internet. We'll break down five essential tech terms that directly affect your online privacy, from the secretive Dark Web to the nuances of email etiquette. ......Learning these concepts will equip you to navigate the internet more securely.......Stay tuned for more You are not allowed to view links. Register or Login as we dive deeper into privacy-related tech terms and other essential concepts, answering the top questions we get from readers like you!......You are not allowed to view links. Register or Login......A hidden internet below the surface......Beneath the familiar internet you browse every day lies the Dark Web, a concealed layer of the internet that isn't indexed by search engines like Google and requires specialized software, such as the Tor browser, to access. ......Originally developed by the U.S. Navy in the 1990s for secure and anonymous communication, the Dark Web has since evolved into a double-edged sword, a haven for privacy advocates, journalists and whistleblowers, as well as a You are not allowed to view links. Register or Login engaging in illicit activities.......While some use the Dark Web for legitimate purposes, like bypassing censorship or protecting free speech, it's also a marketplace for You are not allowed to view links. Register or Login, You are not allowed to view links. Register or Login and illegal goods, making it a high-risk zone for You are not allowed to view links. Register or Login.......If you want to safeguard your personal information from being bought, sold or leaked on the Dark Web, consider using identity monitoring services that scan underground forums and databases for exposed data.......If you want to make sure your data stays out of nefarious hands and away from the Dark Web, You are not allowed to view links. Register or Login......You are not allowed to view links. Register or Login......Securing your digital world, one byte at a time......Ever wonder how your online banking info stays safe? That's thanks to encryption, a process that scrambles your data into a secret code so only authorized people (or devices) can read it.......�Encryption keeps prying eyes out and your private info safe because not everything you do online should be an open book. You are not allowed to view links. Register or Login......You are not allowed to view links. Register or Login......Proving you're human online......Have you ever had to click on pictures of traffic lights or type in wavy letters before logging onto a website? That's a CAPTCHA, a simple test designed to tell humans and bots apart.......Websites use CAPTCHAs to block automated programs (like spambots) from accessing accounts, submitting fake forms or posting junk. The name stands for "Completely Automated Public Turing test to tell Computers and Humans Apart."......So what's a Turing test? Named after You are not allowed to view links. Register or Login and WW2 codebreaker Alan Turing, it's a challenge to see if a machine can act so much like a human that people can't tell the difference. CAPTCHAs flip the idea around, making sure you're human, not a bot!......While some CAPTCHAs ask you to solve puzzles, newer versions just check if your mouse movements look human. So next time you prove you're "not a robot," you're actually helping protect the internet.......But not all CAPTCHAS are created equal. You are not allowed to view links. Register or Login......You are not allowed to view links. Register or Login......From Monty Python to malware: The evolution of spam......The term "spam" for unwanted email comes from a Monty Python sketch where the word "Spam" (referring to the canned meat) is repeatedly mentioned, overwhelming the conversation. This led to the term being used to describe the overwhelming nature of You are not allowed to view links. Register or Login.......Originally, spam was just a nuisance flooding inboxes with promotional emails, chain letters and irrelevant ads. But, over time, spam has evolved into a major cybersecurity threat. You are not allowed to view links. Register or Login emails, You are not allowed to view links. Register or Login and fraudulent schemes now lurk within spam messages, tricking unsuspecting users into clicking malicious links, revealing sensitive information or even infecting their devices with ransomware and spyware.......You are not allowed to view links. Register or Login......Who sees what? Mastering email copies......Believe it or not, you may already know what the nicknames for these tech terms come from. If you've ever sent an email, you've probably seen CC and BCC. But what are they for?......CC stands for "carbon copy," a throwback to the days of typewriters when carbon paper made duplicate copies. In email, it means sending a copy of your message to someone so they can stay informed. Everyone can see who's been CC'd, making it great for keeping people in the loop without needing them to respond.......You are not allowed to view links. Register or Login......BCC stands for "blind carbon copy." It's like CC but private. Recipients in the BCC field get the email, but their names and addresses aren't visible to others. This is handy for group emails where you want to protect privacy or avoid a reply-all storm.......These tools help you manage communication and keep everyone on the same page. Looking to switch up your email provider to a more secure and private platform?You are not allowed to view links. Register or Login......Understanding these five privacy-related tech terms is essential. The Dark Web highlights the need to protect your personal data. Encryption is your digital shield, securing your information during online activities. CAPTCHAs help protect websites from automated attacks, which indirectly preserves your security. Recognizing spam protects you from You are not allowed to view links. Register or Login and You are not allowed to view links. Register or Login. And using CC and BCC correctly in emails respects privacy. By knowing these concepts, you're better equipped to enhance your online privacy and security.......Confused by a tech term or want something explained? We want to hear from you! Share your questions at You are not allowed to view links. Register or Login so we can help.......For more of my tech tips and security alerts, subscribe to my free CyberGuy Report Newsletter by heading to You are not allowed to view links. Register or Login......You are not allowed to view links. Register or Login......Follow Kurt on his social channels......Answers to the most asked CyberGuy questions:......New from Kurt:......Copyright 2025 CyberGuy.com.  All rights reserved....

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