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What to expect at this year’s Kaspersky NeXT

Last year’s Kaspersky NeXT event covered everything from the blockchain to how complex it would be to visit Mars. What should you expect this year?

The end of the beginning in the fight against patent trolls.

The story of patent US5490216, which struck terror in the hearts of IT professionals and cost a whole lot of tech companies hundreds of millions of dollars.

What do you need to do about the recent Facebook security breach?

Facebook has been breached, and malefactors gained access to some 50 million accounts. We offer some quick tips for your safety.

Common SMB mistakes: The supply-chain attack

Case study: An analysis of insufficient safety practices at a small advertising agency.

6 security tips for freelancers

Freelancers are beloved targets for cybercriminals, who use phishing and malware to steal credentials and money. Here’s how to avoid their traps and stay safe.

App permissions in Android 8: The complete guide

Android lets you configure app permissions to protect your data and restrict access to dangerous functions. We explain how to do it and why.

Mobile beasts and where to find them — part three

Let’s talk about mobile malware that can empty your bank account or spy on you.

Industrial networks in need of RAT control

Remote Administration Tools in ICS environment are an additional risk factor, and not necessarily a justified one.

What’s a guest Wi-Fi network, and why do you need one?

We explain what a guest Wi-Fi network is, how to set one up, and what video game consoles and other IoT devices have to do with it.

Unattended corporate websites cause headaches

Forgotten online resources can be used for extortion or phishing

Making two-factor authentication much stronger in two easy steps

Speaking of two-factor authentication — as we often do — did you know some convenient settings render it utterly useless? Let’s do it right.

Why there’s no antivirus for iOS

Why doesn’t Kaspersky Lab have an antivirus app for iOS — and what are all those other Internet security suites for Apple mobile devices?

Are you OK with Facebook being a middleman between you and your bank?

Facebook wants to be your financial service and wants your banking data. But do you want Facebook to have it?

8 fun facts about fax. Yes, fax!

Which is older, the phone or the fax? Is it true that no one faxes anymore? And can a fax machine be hacked? (Spoiler: yes)

Quiz: How addicted are you to your smartphone?

Do you take your smartphone to lunch with you? How about the shower? How addicted are you, really, to always staying online? Take this quiz and find out.

What will your future job look like?

People worry about technologies stealing their jobs. Young people are less concerned; many of them are sure that completely new professions will emerge instead.