Breaking up online is hard to do … for the Irish

Fifty ways to leave your lover? Although a tiny 1% would post hostile remarks on their ex’s social media, and 8% would remove them as contact, but letting go is not easy for 1 in 4 Irish people. Over 25% stay friends and follow each other’s profiles even after breakup. The networked world’s social habits … More Breaking up online is hard to do … for the Irish

Do the Irish think they’re safe online?

Time and again we’ve discussed how, no matter what sort of antivirus protection people use, they themselves are still the weakest link in cyber-security. Clicking on things, running programs or visiting links they shouldn’t, exposing themselves to risks constantly. At ESET Ireland we’re trying to find out why that is the case. And one way … More Do the Irish think they’re safe online?

Irish holidaymakers expose themselves to dangers

One third of the Irish enjoy holiday gloating while another third prefer secret holiday destinations With the holiday season nearly over we wanted to know how much of their holiday plans or activities do Irish reveal on social media. This security issue goes beyond announcing your house will be empty in a certain period and … More Irish holidaymakers expose themselves to dangers

ESET Advises: Use Caution When Connecting to Public Wi-Fi

There are tens of millions of free or paid Wi-Fi hotspots around the world. The unsuspecting business or adventure travelers will use Wi-Fi wherever they find themselves. Airports often have free Wi-Fi and as vacation season is in full swing, Wi-Fi access is a necessity. That is why ESET’s researcher Cameron Camp has prepared some … More ESET Advises: Use Caution When Connecting to Public Wi-Fi