Rob Waugh

Rob Waugh

Independent Correspondent



736 articles by Rob Waugh

Privacy

Facebook privacy - network faces court for 'reading user messages'

Facebook privacy - network faces court for 'reading user messages'

Privacy

Facebook privacy - network faces court for 'reading user messages'

Facebook is to face a class action lawsuit over ‘reading’ its user’s messages, a U.S. judge has ruled.

Rob Waugh30 Dec 20141 min. read


Less Technical

Biometrics - can your fingerprint be ‘copied’ from a normal photo?

Biometrics - can your fingerprint be ‘copied’ from a normal photo?

Less Technical

Biometrics - can your fingerprint be ‘copied’ from a normal photo?

Fingerprint biometrics are entering the mainstream as a security measure, with both Apple and Samsung relying on readers to secure their flagship phones - but biometrics may not be as secure as many believe.

Rob Waugh29 Dec 20142 min. read


Privacy

Yik Yak - what security-conscious users need to know

Yik Yak - what security-conscious users need to know

Privacy

Yik Yak - what security-conscious users need to know

It's billed as the hottest new messaging app on the planet, and it's rocketed into the top ten in the U.S. in just a year. But how safe are you on Yik Yak?

Rob Waugh23 Dec 20144 min. read


Privacy

Webcam security - how to lock down the cameras in your home

Webcam security - how to lock down the cameras in your home

Privacy

Webcam security - how to lock down the cameras in your home

Our tips will help you hacker-proof anything from baby monitors to surveillance cameras - and keep your home private.

Rob Waugh18 Dec 20145 min. read


Less Technical

Facebook hoax - how to tell instantly if a story is fake

Facebook hoax - how to tell instantly if a story is fake

Less Technical

Facebook hoax - how to tell instantly if a story is fake

Two-thirds of young people first learn about major news events via Facebook - but as cybercriminals cash in with hoax stories and links, it can be difficult to tell 'real' content from fake. Our tips can help.

Rob Waugh12 Dec 20144 min. read


Less Technical

Identity theft - six tips to help keep yours safe

Identity theft - six tips to help keep yours safe

Less Technical

Identity theft - six tips to help keep yours safe

Private data such as addresses and social security numbers can be just as valuable to cybercriminals as valid credit card details can be to thieves - if not more so. Lock yours down with our tips.

Rob Waugh08 Dec 20145 min. read


How To

Gamer PCs - how to keep yours clean and mean

Gamer PCs - how to keep yours clean and mean

How To

Gamer PCs - how to keep yours clean and mean

Gamers have become major targets for hackers - from large-scale attacks against gaming companies, to small-scale scams carried out via game chat channels. But a few easy security steps should help keep your precious rig at full speed - and safe.

Rob Waugh28 Nov 20146 min. read


Less Technical

Cyber Monday - 12 tips to help you shop safely online

Cyber Monday - 12 tips to help you shop safely online

Less Technical

Cyber Monday - 12 tips to help you shop safely online

Technology might evolve, but cyber gangs rely on tried-and-tested tactics. With a bit of care and attention, it’s easy to sort the genuine bargains from the too-good-to-be-true fakes.

Rob Waugh27 Nov 20143 min. read


How To

Smart home security - how not to be dumb with your devices

Smart home security - how not to be dumb with your devices

How To

Smart home security - how not to be dumb with your devices

It's easy to imagine that ALL connected devices - from fridges to CCTV cameras - are a security nightmare, but there are simple, sensible steps you can take to lock these risks down.

Rob Waugh24 Nov 20148 min. read