RD3 Tech

Hi there, Ngunguru and Tutukaka community.

Continuing from last week’s Halloween theme, this week it’s another Terror of Tech…

🐴 The Trojan Horse!

Just like the Trojan Horse from the old story, a Trojan is a type of malicious software that disguises itself as something legitimate or useful.

It might look like a program you want to install, a document you need to open, or even something harmless that has been sent to you in an email or message.

Once you’ve opened or installed it, however, the damage can begin.

The effects can range from annoying problems to serious security issues. A Trojan can potentially give an attacker access to your computer, steal information, install other malicious software, or provide a way for something much worse to get onto your system.

And sometimes the Trojan is simply the way in for another threat…

👻 More on ransomware next week!

So how do you avoid letting the Trojan Horse through the gate?

1. Run regular security scans. Keep your antivirus and security software up to date and make sure scans are running regularly.
2. Be careful with links and files. Don’t open unexpected attachments or click suspicious links just because they look legitimate.
3. Download software from trusted sources. Be especially careful with programs offered through pop-ups, unexpected emails or unfamiliar websites.
4. If you’re not sure, stop and check. It’s much easier to prevent a problem than to clean one up afterwards.

Remember, the Trojan Horse doesn’t always look dangerous. That’s what makes it dangerous.

More Terrors of Tech coming next week! 🎃

Call me with any of your technology problems or if you’re not sure what you’ve found on your computer.

All the best to the community,
Tom
RD3 Tech

Hi there, Ngunguru and Tutukaka community.

Since it’s October and Halloween is just around the corner, this month RD3 Tech will be talking about the Terrors of Tech! 👻

This week we’re talking about worms — but not the ones hanging around the end of your fishing line! 🎣

No, these little blighters are a type of malicious software that can replicate themselves and spread from one computer to another, often without the user realising what’s happening.

Once a worm gets onto a computer or network, it can spread rapidly. Depending on the type of worm, it may consume network resources, cause computers to slow down or stop working properly, damage or delete files, steal information, or even create a way for other malicious software to get onto your system.

And that’s what makes worms particularly nasty — they don’t always need you to keep clicking on things once they’ve got a foothold.

So, how do you make sure you don’t get the worms? 🪱

1. Keep your security software up to date. Make sure your antivirus and other security protections are running and receiving updates.
2. Run regular security scans. A scan can help identify malicious software before it causes further problems.
3. Be careful with links and files. Don’t open unexpected attachments or click suspicious links, even if they appear to come from someone you know.
4. Keep your operating system and software updated. Security updates often fix vulnerabilities that malicious software can exploit.
5. Back up your important files. A good backup can make a big difference if something does go wrong.

Remember: not all worms are found in the garden! 🌱🐛

More Terrors of Tech coming next week…

All the best to the community,

Tom
RD3 Tech