Apple is one of the few technology companies that cares about user privacy and security. Information often appears that devices from Applu cannot be hacked. However, the opposite is true and even users of Apple devices can become victims of a hacker attack. The truth is that in the case of iOS you are much safer than with Android, but as for macOS, the risk of hacking is just as great as with Windows. Additionally, the macOS user base continues to grow, which means that more and more hackers are targeting it. Let's look at some tips together in this article on how you can protect yourself against hacking.
Update your system and apps
There are users who don't want to update their devices. However, these users must be aware that with the arrival of new versions of operating systems Apple In addition to adding new features, it also fixes all sorts of security bugs that may be present in older operating systems. So if you don't want to become a victim of hackers, always keep your devices updated. iOS and you update iPadOS in Settings → General → Software Update, macOS you then update v System Preferences → Software Update.
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Use secure passwords
If you are one of the regular readers of our magazine, then you have certainly not missed several articles in which we have addressed how to create a secure password. If you haven't read any of these articles, in short, there are a few different rules you should follow to create a strong password. First of all, it is necessary that you use lower and upper case letters, numbers and special characters in your password. The length of the password is also important - it should be at least eight characters, but ideally more. At the same time, it is necessary that you do not use the same passwords for multiple accounts. This could lead to a mass breach.
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Avoid public Wi-Fi networks
Public Wi-Fi networks can be a goldmine for hackers. This is because they may have various security flaws that can result in your device being hacked. After connecting to a public Wi-Fi network, a hacker can discover a myriad of different data about you, and therefore your device, that can be used against you. In addition, most public Wi-Fi networks are incredibly slow, so even from this point of view it is pointless for you to connect to them. Avoid public Wi-Fi networks and try to use mobile data in particular. Due to the speed, even a VPN probably won't help you on public Wi-Fi networks.
Use antivirus
If someone has told you in the past that you don't need an antivirus on your Mac because the system itself is protected, don't believe them. Antivirus is not needed on the iPhone and iPad, as the applications here work in sandbox mode - i.e. each application has its own sandbox and cannot enter another. The macOS operating system is susceptible to various viruses and malicious code just like for example Windows and if not more. The user base of Apple computers is constantly expanding, so Macs and MacBooky logically become targets of attackers more often. If you are afraid of a possible attack on your Mac, definitely get some antivirus. The article attached below can help you choose.
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Activate the firewall
If you are a Mac user or MacBooku, then you most likely have your firewall turned off. But we certainly can't blame you, because Apple within macOS set the firewall to be disabled by default. In addition, you won't see the option to reset even in the initial wizard, so if you don't go through the system preferences, you probably don't even know about the firewall. A firewall is a network device that is used to control and secure network traffic between networks with different levels of trust and security. Simply put, it serves as a control point that defines the rules for communication between the networks it separates from each other. The firewall can be activated on Mac as follows:
- In the upper left corner of the screen, tap .
- Select from the menu that appears System Preferences…
- A window will open where you can click on the section Security and privacy.
- In the upper menu of the window, click on the tab Firewall.
- Click on lock down left authorize.
- Activate firewall.
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Don't be fooled by known techniques…
For several long years, there have been all sorts of old techniques that attackers have been using to obtain your personal data or hack your device. Even though these are really old techniques, it cannot be said that they do not work. Some users are vigilant and do not fall for the scam, but this is definitely not the rule. So remember not to share your login details, passwords, banking information, etc. with anyone. So do not click on suspicious ads and do not install every application you find in App Store. Some attackers may then impersonate company representatives Apple, which is again a scam - the apple company will definitely never just call you. And of course nobody gives you anything for free these days.
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…and use common sense
The last tip, which can be considered very important, is to use your common sense. It is said that the best antivirus is this one, which I can confirm from my own experience. If you are ever browsing a website in the future and your subconscious tells you that something is suspicious, then there is a really high probability that it is. Nowadays, you can find yourself on fraudulent websites within a few clicks and it is important that you recognize such a website immediately. Keep in mind that no one really gives you anything for free, and that you are definitely nestali is the random winner of a hundred iPhone 15 Pros Max Ultra 6G. So don't click on all sorts of screaming buttons and ads that have only one goal - to deceive you.
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