10 results for: gps
How to recognise cyber-violence
Cyber-violence, i.e. the digital dimension of violence that mainly affects women and is closely linked to the violence that occurs in the 'real world', is a growing phenomenon that is often neither recognised nor addressed. While it is true that several institutions have started to deal with it specifically, it is…
Category : News and events 08-03-2024 by Janeth Kent
Top Javascript Libraries and Frameworks Part 2
What are JavaScript frameworks? JavaScript frameworks are application frameworks that allow developers to manipulate code to meet their particular needs. Web application development is like building a house. You have the option of creating everything from scratch with construction materials. But it will take a long time and can incur high costs. But…
Category : Javascript 06-05-2021 by Janeth Kent
What is a Cryptophone and how it works
The so-called cryptophones, are anti-interception smartphones as they use encryption methods to protect all communication systems. Here are all the details and the truth about these "unassailable" phones. The recent Encrochat affair, recently investigated for illegal activities, has brought to light the so-called cryptophones. They are smartphones - legal in themselves -…
Category : Security 11-09-2020 by Silvia Mazzetta
Protect yourself: know which apps have access to your location, microphone and camera
When you install an application on your smartphone, you decide what permissions you give it, but it's not always clear. We tell you how to know if those permissions are too much... Smartphones have become the target of choice for hackers and criminals who want to make money or extort money…
Category : News and events 20-04-2020 by Silvia Mazzetta
How to check if the GPS works
Have you tried to share your location with some friends but couldn't because the GPS on your smartphone looks dead? Don't jump to conclusions - your phone may not be having hardware problems. In fact, GPS malfunctions are often caused by temporary problems due to poor signal reception or poor…
Category : News and events 10-04-2020 by Silvia Mazzetta
How They Can Hack You While Navigating: Protecting Your Digital Security
As technology continues to advance, navigation systems have become an integral part of our daily lives. From GPS-enabled smartphones to in-car navigation systems, we rely on these tools to guide us to our destinations efficiently. However, with the rise in cyber threats, it's important to understand the potential risks associated…
Category : Security 23-06-2023 by Silvia Mazzetta
How to disable the camera, microphone and all sensors on your phone with a single touch in Android 10
With Android 10, Google has improved the privacy of its operating system with new options, but has also hidden an interesting option that deactivates all the sensors of the device at once. This option prevents applications from accessing all of the device's sensors, including the cameras and microphone. The hidden option…
Category : Mobile 02-12-2019 by Silvia Mazzetta
Unlock Hidden SmartPhone Features with these Secret Codes
Unstructured Supplementary Service Data (USSD), sometimes known as "quick codes" or "feature codes", is an extra-UI protocol, which allows people to access hidden features. This protocol was originally created for GSM phones, but can be found on CDMA devices as well (if that's a bunch of acronym gibberish to you,…
Category : Security 06-11-2022 by Janeth Kent
The Rise and Fall of Business-Related VoIP Platforms
Voice over Internet protocol (VoIP) was at one time ubiquitous within the office environment. It had been employed to make crystal-clear digital phone calls, to send large packets of proprietary information and to hold webinars with attendees from around the world. However, we have recently seen a shift in regards…
Category : Software 24-04-2020 by Janeth Kent
How to Fake your Location in Google Chrome
Websites may request access to your location so that they can serve more relevant information. For example, if you are looking for a gas station, a maps website may use your current geographic location to display stations that are near your place. How Browsers Determine your Location Earlier, websites would use the…
Category : Software 21-05-2013 by Janeth Kent
