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How to Check Software Security Before You Buy

You found a tool that does everything you want. The demo looked good. The price works. Six months in, you're dealing with a breach. Security history isn't in the demo — but it's free to check. Here's how.

How To Stop WordPress Brute Force Attacks

WordPress’ popularity not only attracts bloggers but also hackers. Hackers try to compromise WordPress installations to send spam, setup phishing exploits or launch other attacks. While there are many sophisticated attacks against WordPress, hackers often use a simple brute force password attack. In these attacks, botnets try to guess your admin password.

How To Scan WordPress Like a Hacker

Learn how to scan WordPress using tools like WPScan, Nikto and others. These are the same tools that hackers use to map out security issues on your site.

How to Setup SMTP AUTH in Windows Vista Mail

Learn how to configure SMTP Authentication in Windows Vista Mail for more secure email. This step-by-step guide covers account setup, server authentication, and troubleshooting common issues with your mail client.

How to Setup SMTP AUTH in Thunderbird

Learn how to configure SMTP AUTH in Thunderbird for more secure email authentication. This step-by-step guide shows you how to properly set up incoming and outgoing mail servers to send and receive emails safely.

7 WordPress Tips for a Fast Secure Blog

Keep your WordPress site fast and secure by updating regularly, choosing popular plugins wisely, avoiding custom code when possible, and keeping your setup simple. Most performance issues stem from a single problematic plugin.

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