Introduction: Initial Detection/Mitigation Challenges Before we go to the main topic of this article, let us take heed of two factors that exacerbate the buildup of effective defensive powers against Layer 7 DDoS attacks. First, the lack of knowledge about this matter leads an inexperienced IT security staff to take dubious and obviously inappropriate measures (see Diagram 4 below). Over-provisioning of bandwidth is not so expedient when it comes to dealing with application-layer DDoS and their usually low appetite for bandwidth destruction (Verisign, 2012)....

Not everyone can afford a $600 phone, even if it comes with a two year contract. And the sad thing about mid-range and low-end Android devices is that they get almost zero support once they leave a company’s factory. Flagships always get updates, because people who buy flagships are presumably the kind of people who also care about updates, but again, what if you simply can’t afford a high-end phone?...

LG today posted a new video that gives us a look at some of the new features that it has included in its upcoming LG UX 4.0. It was only earlier this month that the company had announced its UX 4.0, which will be making its debut on its upcoming flagship — the G4. Some of the new features highlighted in the video including Quick Shot that will allow G4 users to take a picture by simply double pressing the Volume down key twice....

As the popularity of Snapchat is increasing significantly, the other popular services in its category are trying to compete with its features and functionality to attract more users. Facebook, which is also a vastly popular social media network, has aimed to directly compete with Snapchat By making another app named Flash the. Facebook developers have provided up to users with the great functionality of Snapchat in it, and it could be either said that this app is the clone version of the Snapchat....

Also, it has a TikTok type feature called Reels that allows you to share or watch shorter videos. If you remember, a few days ago, an update was rolled out to the Instagram mobile app that introduced a bunch of new features. We have already talked about the new Instagram features in our article – How to Use Instagram’s New Quick Reply Feature. One of the useful features introduced to Instagram is the new Quick Share menu....

Next, head to Settings, and select SMS. This is where you can go all-in with Voice and make it your default number for text messages. You could also choose your phone’s default phone number or select Smart Reply to have your SMS messages sent. Using the last number you texted that contact with. The text bar will indicate from which number your message is being sent. You’re not done, however....

Let’s face it, you can’t always be doing something productive like making your own cloth face masks. Tap or click here for a simple DIY face mask. If you’re one of the people who’s run through all of the shows on your binge list, we come bearing good news. We have information on dozens of newly released Netflix documentaries you can watch for free, and you don’t even have to be logged in to your Netflix account....

Beginning September 10, owners of the HTC One (M8) can start to check for over the air (OTA) updates on their device. While the new update isn’t Android 4.4.4, it’s bringing one feature that owners of the handset may be eager to take advantage of. According to HTC’s Mo Versi, who released a tweet about the upcoming update, the Android 4.4.3 KitKat update still start to roll out to One (M8) owners beginning Wednesday, September 10....

The coronavirus pandemic has prompted many companies across the U.S. to have employees work from home (WFH). That means it’s not just the personal information stored on your device at risk from security threats, but also your work data. If you’re working from home, adapting to this new environment comes with perks and perils, both to your online security and sanity. To help navigate this COVID-19 situation, here is a list of ways to keep your remote work environment safe and secure, as well as keeping your wits about you while stuck at home....

Based on enthusiasm, we’d say this might happen pretty soon. According to a survey conducted by Wallethub, one in three Americans plan on buying the new iPhone this year — in spite of economic setbacks and COVID-19! Tap or click here to see everything we know about the iPhone 12. But before you lay claim to your new iPhone, there are a few things you should know. For starters, the new iPhone is missing a few key accessories that came with previous models....

These incorporate a coffeemaker that uncovered the property holder’s Wi-Fi secret key, a child video screen that can be controlled by a malevolent outsider, and a cell phone controlled home security framework that can be tricked with a magnet. Taking after this, in 2015 a group of Kaspersky Lab hostile to malware specialists rehashed the investigation with one little distinction: while David’s examination was focused for the most part on system connected servers, switches and Smart TVs....

However, the company has rolled out an iOS 14.7.1 update to fix the security vulnerability. According to Apple, the app in iOS 14.7 had a memory corruption issue that might let the app execute the arbitrary code. Apple has fixed the issue with iOS 14.7.1, so all the iPhone and iPad users need urgently update their devices to the latest version. Apple’s Latest Update Fixes the Memory Corruption Issue According to the reports, the same vulnerability was found in macOS Big Sur 11....

That’s why you have to set a passcode to keep out casual snoops and install a tracking app to recover or wipe the phone if it falls into the wrong hands. Learn how to do that and other ways to secure your smartphone or tablet against snoops. But what if the thief is a bit more dedicated? Could they spy on your phone without you knowing? Unfortunately, the answer is “yes....

Not everyone wants a phone the size of their lunch, I totally understand that. Handset makers understand this too, which is why they create “mini” versions of their flagship phones. The Samsung GS4 mini and the HTC One mini are perfect evidence of that. Unfortunately, going smaller usually means getting stuck with a slower processor and less RAM. Sony might be changing that. According to a member of the online forum Esato that goes by the handle “randomuser”, Sony is going to release a smaller version of their Honami flagship phone that has pretty much the exact same specs as its bigger brother, except it’s going to have a smaller 4....

The HTC One M9 has already leaked in abundance of photos from various sources and its final specs are all but known at this point. However, it looks like after years of its flagship handsets leaking out weeks before their official releases, HTC has become smarter and wiser. According to sources of HTC Source, the leaked images of the One M9 are decoy units that have been given by HTC to testers....

While the keynote for Google at their I/O event is over and done with, that doesn’t mean we’re done seeing new gadgets. Thanks to LG and Google, it looks like the general consumer will be able to get their hands Project Tango, which should give a big boost for people who want to experience more 3D adventures through their tablet. Project Tango was officially announced earlier this year, along with a smartphone specifically designed to test and build the project from the ground up....

With the demise of net neutrality protections, American ISPs have been given more freedom to profit from their customers’ data streams. Some users may be distressed to learn that their own network providers are spying on them and sharing their personal information and interests with advertisers and other profit-motivated parties. Add to that the need to protect Wi-Fi communication while away from the office or home, as well as to keep other public Wi-Fi users from tapping your transmissions, and it’s easy to understand the increasing interest in VPNs....

Actually, Microsoft wants all of its Windows 11 users to switch to its Chromium-based browser, Edge. Although Microsoft’s new Edge browser is similar to Chrome, there are many users who like to use Chrome. Windows 11 doesn’t restrict its users from using any other web browser, but it sets Microsoft Edge as default a default browser app. That simply means if you don’t uninstall Microsoft Edge, all webpages, PDF files, etc will open directly on the new Edge browser....

The methods discussed in this article will help you access your iPhone without entering the passcode. This is the best way to bypass iPhone screen security, as many of you are using an iPhone. Sometimes, if you forget your iPhone passcode, you will not need to spend money to unlock it; refer to our PTO ost and easily open your device. So have a look at the complete guide below to proceed....

While our topic today may not be anywhere near as dramatic as what we mentioned above, the Windows 10 Action Center does allow for a significant amount of status information to be viewed through a ‘Single Pane of Glass’ or a central point of reference. With that, we are going to touch on two different views of this information- the Windows 10 Action Center, and the Security & Maintenance app in the context of System Hardening....