STACK #195 Jan 2021

LIFE TECH FEATURE

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IT ESSENTIALS continued

Webcams I f 2020 has taught us one thing it’s the importance of communicating online using a camera for remote learning. While most laptops and desktops come with a webcam built in, they’re not always the best quality. Compatibility is rarely an issue these days, but it’s still prudent to check that the webcam you have in mind will configure with your computer. Prices vary depending on whether the lens is plastic or glass, and most webcams will come with an integrated microphone.

The Logitech C922 Pro Stream webcam fulfils all the conferencing requirements a student will need, and if they’re keen to dip their toes into streaming live content, it ticks that box too. Streaming can be captured in Full HD 1080p and at 30 frames per second. It has auto focus and will produce clear video even in dimly-lit rooms.

Software Solutions P rotecting children online goes way beyond virus protection. Protecting your child’s

Cyber Crime Stats between June 2019 and June 2020 One in three Aussie adults have been affected by cybercrime. Cybercrime costs Australian businesses an estimated $29 billion a year . It can take on average between 23 and 51 days to resolve a cyber attack. 41 per cent of security breaches in the finance sector were due to human error. 63 per cent of cyber attacks can be attributed to weak, stolen or default passwords, and 58 per cent through information accidently shared.

ID from the dark web is also imperative. This information could be used to access government benefits, open bank accounts and credit cards, and even apply for loans without anyone being aware. Fortunately there are steps you can take to prevent this from happening, with internet security solutions.

Trend Micro Home Network Security

As well as offering a full suite of protection for the home network, including full parental control, buyers of Trend Micro Home Network Security will get free access to the Trend Micro Guardian app. Why is that worth mentioning? Well, this app protects your child’s phones and tablets even when they take them out of the house on 4G, 5G and Wi-Fi networks. You can block websites, set time limits and monitor usage. A bonus for parents is that the app cannot be removed without their permission.

Cybercrime is reported every

10 minutes in Australia.

Source: Department of Home Affairs and Smart Online Australia

Norton 360 A complete package, Norton 360 is compatible across PC, MacOS, Android and iOS and can be installed across three devices for a year. It provides a plethora of services including virus protection, VPN, full parental control and dark web monitoring – a system will alert the user if their identity is detected on the dark web.

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