Your System's Sweetspots

ebook CEO's Advice on Basic Cyber Security · CEO's Advice on Computer Science

By Warren H. Lau

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Are you aware that computer systems nowadays have become more sophisticated and convenient to use, but the convenience comes at a price? Nowadays, systems are more vulnerable to cyber attacks. If your computer, smartphone, or website server is compromised, it can be a nightmare. You may lose your data, your privacy may be violated, and you may even become a victim of identity theft. If your email account is PWNed, you may lose access to your email and other accounts that are linked to it. If your friends, relatives, or employers face the above problem, you may want to help them.

In this book, you will learn about the most recent hackers' tricks and the most prevalent forms of cyberattacks that personal computers and website managers nowadays have to deal with. You will also learn how to protect yourself from these attacks and what to do if you become a victim of one. The book will cover topics such as phishing scams, malware attacks, ransomware attacks, social engineering attacks, and more. You will learn how these attacks work and how to prevent them from happening.

The book will also cover what to do if your computer/smartphone/website server is compromised. You will learn how to detect a compromise and what steps you should take to recover from it. You will also learn how to secure your email account and what to do if it is PWNed.

Overall, this book is an essential guide for anyone who wants to protect themselves from cyberattacks. It is written in an easy-to-understand language and covers all the important topics related to cybersecurity.

Your System's Sweetspots