How to Spot a Scam, and What to Do If You’ve Been Scammed
Warning signs of scam calls, texts and emails in Australia, and what to do if you’ve been caught: your bank, IDCARE, ReportCyber and Scamwatch.
Why Software Updates Matter, and How to Stay on Top of Them
Updates fix security holes as well as bugs. How to turn on automatic updates and what to do when a device stops getting them, based on ACSC advice.
Downloading Apps Safely: What to Check Before You Install
How to tell a trustworthy app from a risky one: official app stores, developer details, reviews, permissions, and keeping apps updated and tidy.
Password Managers: How They Work and How to Get Started
A password manager stores a unique passphrase for every account behind one strong master passphrase. How they work, what to look for and how to switch.
Passphrases Explained: Stronger Than Passwords, Easier to Remember
Why a passphrase of four or more random words beats a short complex password, how to make a good one and why each account needs its own.