What is Malware? (A Simple Explanation & Common Types)
You’ve probably heard someone say, “I think my computer has a virus!” While they might be right, “virus” is just one piece of a much larger puzzle. The correct umbrella term for all malicious software is malware. Understanding this threat is fundamental to staying safe online. So, what is malware, really? What are the different […]
How to Spot a Phishing Email: 7 Red Flags & Real Examples
In our last guide, What is Phishing?, we explained how hackers use deceptive messages to trick you into giving up your sensitive information. Now, it’s time to move from theory to practice. How do you identify these malicious emails in your own inbox? The good news is that most phishing attacks aren’t as clever as […]
What is Phishing? A Beginner’s Guide to the #1 Cyber Threat
You’ve likely heard the term “phishing” before, but what does it actually mean? It’s more than just a spam email; it’s the single most common and dangerous threat that the average person will face online. Understanding what phishing is, how it works, and why criminals use it is the first and most important step in […]
What Is a Black Hat Hacker?
Who Are Black Hat Hackers? A Look at the Bad Guys of Cybersecurity In our previous posts, we’ve explored the basics of cybersecurity and met the “good guys”—the ethical White Hat hackers who work to protect our digital world. But to be a great defender, you have to understand your adversary. It’s time to step […]
What are White Hat Hackers? A Guide to Ethical Hacking
What are White Hat Hackers? A Look at the Good Guys of Cybersecurity In our last post, we met the three main players in the hacking world. Now, it’s time to put on the white hat and take a closer look at the heroes of the story: the ethical hackers. So, what does it actually […]
Types of Hackers: White Hat, Black Hat, & Grey Hat
White Hat, Black Hat, Grey Hat: So, What’s the Deal with Hackers? Let’s be honest, when you hear the word “hacker,” you probably picture a shadowy figure in a dark room, glued to a screen full of scrolling green text. It’s the classic movie villain, right? But what if I told you that’s only one […]
What is CyberSecurity? The Ultimate Guide for Beginners (2025)
You’ve seen the headlines. You’ve probably even received a suspicious SMS about your electricity bill or a strange UPI payment request. In our hyper-connected world of 2025, where everything from our banking to our social lives happens online, our digital world is constantly under siege. The shield that protects us, our data, and our national […]
