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IP addresses serve a similar function to postal addresses. Postal addresses allow our mail to circulate, while IP addresses allow network traffic to move around the internet.
Forensic techniques are getting more sophisticated.
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Genetic evidence has become a critical aspect of modern criminal investigations. What are the methods and approaches used in present-day DNA forensics?
Without proper care, mobile phone batteries can degrade and hold less charge.
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Sick of your phone dying? There are simple ways to extend the life of your phone’s battery.
Fair dealing allows Australians to use copyrighted content for news and reporting.
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When can you use someone else’s copyright work without their permission? We explain ‘fair dealing’ and ‘fair use’ law in a handy guide.
Think of your router as the post office for the internet.
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Get to know your internet router a little better.
Your photos can tell law enforcement a lot about you.
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Photos are full of information, from your location to phone model, and digital forensics can help extract it.
Why is malware getting into your apps? For money, of course.
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It’s not safe out there for an app.
Cybersecurity jargon can be intimidating, but it needn’t be.
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To protect ourselves online, we should all understand a few key terms.
With the right algorithm, scientists can detect how you feel through your Facebook posts.
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Advertisers want to know how you feel online through a process known as sentiment analysis, but it still has its limitations.