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How to choose the best mobile security protection

There are two noteworthy risks associated with owning a smartphone or a tablet. The first one is malware and the second is loss. You need to protect yourself against both, and these days there are plenty of choices for each. Some are free security apps and some are paid-for solutions. Protect your smartphone or tablet […]

How to turn off Avast Mobile Security’s Anti-Theft Siren

Avast Mobile Security includes many handy anti-theft features that can help you locate your stolen or lost phone. You can wipe it remotely, it informs you if your SIM card has been stolen, and even allows you take pictures of the person who took your phone. Another cool feature of Avast Anti-Theft is the siren. […]

How to access accounts protected by two-factor authentication if you lose your phone

Question of the week: I use two-factor authentication when logging into my accounts to keep them safe, but what happens if I lose my phone? Can I still access my accounts? Security-minded individuals know the benefits of using two-factor authentication to keep their online accounts safe. For those of you who are not familiar with it, […]

Do Not Disturb: How to disable sound and pop-up notifications

Make Avast quiet when you are playing games or giving presentations. We know you love Avast, but when you are giving a presentation to the big boss, or concentrating on playing an important game, it may not be the best time for a popup that says your computer is running slowly to appear. That’s why […]

12 ways to boost your router’s security

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With the increasing number of network security breaches, we need to improve awareness regarding the security of your home network. We simply need to follow some rules to control and prevent system penetration and also bandwidth theft (and losing money!). Safeguard your valuable information available through your home wireless connection and do not be easy […]

Network Security 6 – How to disable IPv6 support in your router settings

After the previous articles you should be convinced that router vulnerabilities are one of the major concerns in network security. As you already know, the new Avast 2015 version includes a security feature called Home Network Security (HNS) which scans your network and router for vulnerabilities and prevent threats. One serious problem occurs when when […]

Replace pre-installed antivirus on your Black Friday laptop deal

Black Friday and Cyber Monday abound with deals on laptops. When you purchase a new laptop one of the first things you should do is make sure that it is secure with your choice of antivirus protection. You will probably find that antivirus is already pre-installed, for example, Windows Defender is built into devices that […]

How to change your router DNS settings and avoid hijacking

If your home router is hacked, you have a serious situation on your hands. When an Avast Home Network Security scan finds that your router is already compromised, this notification will appear. This means that the router has been hacked and the DNS settings have been modified to serve hacked contents to a cyberthief. This […]

Keep track of your family’s devices using your Avast Account

The average US family owns four mobile devices, plus Internet-connected computers and other devices. Your Avast Account helps you manage their security. Keeping your security software up-to-date on all of these devices can quickly get confusing, and with today’s risks you want to make sure everything has adequate protection. Your Avast Account can simplify that […]

Network Security 4 – How to upgrade your router with the latest firmware or replace it completely

It’s difficult to accept that we made an unwise purchase or even that a piece of technology has gone obsolete. But when it comes to the security of your home network, it’s time to face up to it. Last February, Craig Young, a researcher at security firm Tripwire, published research showing that 80% of the […]