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Deploying Open-Source IDS/IPS (Suricata, Snort, Zeek) in a Home Environment
Bring enterprise-grade network security to your house without license fees. This introduction explains how three popular free tools differ, and why homeowners may want visibility, alerts, or active blocking on their local network.Signature-based options match traffic to rules for rapid detection...
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Running Your Own Local DNS Server: Blocking Ads & Tracking
This article is a practical, step-by-step guide to setting up a network-level resolver that improves privacy by stopping connections to known trackers before content loads.You'll learn how a DNS-based blocker reduces requests, speeds page loads, and lowers bandwidth use while protecting...
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Best Way to Back Up Home Surveillance Footage Securely Offsite
This buyer’s guide helps U.S. homeowners choose an offsite plan that protects recorded video from theft, drive failure, or disaster while keeping access simple.Cloud-based storage is rising fast: by 2025, half of global data may live in the cloud. Local-only setups...
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Deploying Open-Source IDS/IPS (Suricata, Snort, Zeek) in a Home Environment
Bring enterprise-grade network security to your house without license fees. This introduction explains how three popular free tools differ, and why homeowners may want visibility, alerts, or active blocking on their local network.Signature-based options match traffic to rules for rapid detection...
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Featured
Deploying Open-Source IDS/IPS (Suricata, Snort, Zeek) in a Home Environment
Bring enterprise-grade network security to your house without license fees. This introduction explains how three popular free tools differ, and why homeowners may want visibility, alerts, or active blocking on their local network.Signature-based options match traffic to rules for rapid detection...
Featured
Running Your Own Local DNS Server: Blocking Ads & Tracking
This article is a practical, step-by-step guide to setting up a network-level resolver that improves privacy by stopping connections to known trackers before content loads.You'll learn how a DNS-based blocker reduces requests, speeds page loads, and lowers bandwidth use while protecting...
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Best Way to Back Up Home Surveillance Footage Securely Offsite
This buyer’s guide helps U.S. homeowners choose an offsite plan that protects recorded video from theft, drive failure, or disaster while keeping access simple.Cloud-based storage is rising fast: by 2025, half of global data may live in the cloud. Local-only setups...
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Building a Pi-Hole System to Block Ads & Trackers in Your Home
Network-wide protection gives every device on your local network the same level of filtering. You can stop unwanted content before it reaches phones, TVs, and laptops. This lowers bandwidth use and speeds up pages.This guide walks you through planning, installing, and...
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How to Tell If Your Smart Device Has Been Compromised
Phones carry banking, messages, and maps in one pocket. That makes them a top target for attackers who want access to accounts, contacts, or financial data.This quick guide shows clear signs that a phone or device may be under attack and...
Safety
Deploying Open-Source IDS/IPS (Suricata, Snort, Zeek) in a Home Environment
Bring enterprise-grade network security to your house without license fees. This introduction explains how three popular free tools differ, and why homeowners may want visibility, alerts, or active blocking...
Running Your Own Local DNS Server: Blocking Ads & Tracking
This article is a practical, step-by-step guide to setting up a network-level resolver that improves privacy by stopping connections to known trackers before content loads.You'll learn how a DNS-based...
Best Way to Back Up Home Surveillance Footage Securely Offsite
This buyer’s guide helps U.S. homeowners choose an offsite plan that protects recorded video from theft, drive failure, or disaster while keeping access simple.Cloud-based storage is rising fast: by...
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Malware & Spyware on Smart TVs & Streaming Devices: Recent Cases & Defenses
Smart TVs and streaming devices are key for our entertainment. But, they can also face cyber threats. Malware and spyware can harm these devices, risking our personal data.Automated attacks are on...
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Phishing Attacks Targeting Home Networks: How to Spot & Block Them
Your home network is essential for everyday tasks, like banking and shopping. But, it also draws the attention of hackers. Phishing is a common trick used to steal sensitive info from...
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Zero-Day Vulnerabilities: What Home Users Should Know & Monitor
As a home user, you might not know about the dangers of zero-day vulnerabilities in your network. Many people face cyber threats because their software is outdated and they don't follow...
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Understanding Ransomware: How It Can Attack Your Smart Home
You've invested in a smart home to make your life easier and safer. But, with more connected devices, your home network faces cybersecurity threats. Ransomware, a harmful malware, can encrypt your...
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Router Logs & ISP Monitoring: What They Can See & What You Can Do
When you connect your devices to the internet, you might wonder what info your router and Internet Service Provider (ISP) collect. Cybersecurity threats are increasing, and warnings from the FBI and...
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Secure Boot & BIOS/UEFI Settings: What Home Users Should Change
Keeping your computer safe is key in today's world. One important step is setting up BIOS/UEFI settings, especially Secure Boot. These settings help guard your system from malware and unwanted access.To...