The Internet Fee
Truth be told internet lies aside. Anonymity and security online should be treated like breakfast.
We don't always pay in cash. We have credit cards, crypto other means of payment and sometimes it's info. Putting it all in words would take forever but, it definitely isn't free. What does one need to go online? A computer or whatever device that can get you online, is that all?
We need a VPN
Because we must keep our service providers away from our searches and websites distant from our physical location. We need a false identity because not everyone deserves to know where we are, who we are and where we're from.
We surf Never On Full Screen
Especially on the dark web because you never know who's watching. Websites we visit get to know our IP address. Sites get to record your screen resolution which can be used to track you. Especially if it stands out from the rest. Which is why you're suggested to browse without going full screen while using the Tor browser.
Sites Know Who Makes The Requests
Your screen resolution is no longer a surprise your IP is no question. Websites know of your specific Operating System, the web browser in question and the version. If you try to download an app that is available for multiple Operating Systems like Mac, Windows and Linux the first option will be of your current System even if it's for another device, unless you select a different OS you'll get exactly what's compatible with your machine.
Who Becomes a Victim Of Cyber Attacks?
The most secure system isn't secure enough if there's a human being using it. Who uses a device and what the device is used for matter more than security practices. What good is a VPN if you open every kind of link and download files from any website without checking for viruses.
What Does One Need To Use The Internet In a Security Focussed Way?
Money, time and skills. If you have all these in your favour and use them accordingly then you stand tall. But, this isn't always the case. Any one of these can still come handy. With time one can make use of free resources available online to check for security focussed approaches without wasting a dime.
With Money we can simply purchase the best apps that will take care of everything for us, for as long as we follow certain procedures.
With the right skills we can simply make some of these programs ourselves and maybe share with others who may benefit from these as well. Don't wait for something bad to happen for you to take action, protect yourself give in to prevention.
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