Blog #Cybersecurity

Generally, a firewall is set up on an appliance, such as a computer that fulfills just a single, narrowly defined task those found in companies, public authorities, and scientific institutions, for instance. The firewall is one of the most important security features in a computer environment. A firewall of this type monitors the connection between two networks, such as the internal LAN and the internet, to prevent against unauthorized access. Does the Windows firewall protect your computer sufficiently? What contribution does your router make and who needs additional security software? We are going to go into detail.

​Online safety doesn’t have to be complicated. With some simple steps, you can easily protect your PC from malware and safeguard your personal data with very little extra effort. The best part? None of these tips cost money. In fact, most important security tools you need are completely free. You can keep yourself and your PC safe online without spending a single dime. Here’s how.

In its 2025 Monetary Policy Statement (MPS), the Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe (RBZ) underscored the importance of building cybersecurity resilience in the banking and microfinance sectors. Lately Zimbabwe’s top telecommunications company has reportedly been hit with data breaches, reports the company has rebuffed. But if 2024 taught anything was that no company was too big to fall prey to these ransomware attacks, data breaches and system hacking with major players being hit and even paying the ransom.

Cybersecurity is a must know for techies and non techies alike, given the rise in Cyber threats across the globe, with it proving to be a billion dollar industry for Cyber criminals. It was reported earlier that Zimbabwe’s largest mobile network service, Econent Wireless was the latest victim of such kind of attacks but the company has scoffed at media reports that its customer records have been compromised in a large-scale data breach. While the story is still developing what does this mean for us users and what steps should we take to ensure that our data and accounts are safe and secure.

Explore the various Wi-Fi hacking techniques and understand the implications for network security.

WhatsApp was founded in February 2009 by Brian Acton and Jan Koum, former employees of Yahoo!. In January 2009, after Koum purchased an iPhone, he and Acton decided to create an app for the App Store. It has grown to become the most popular private messaging app.