Team Spencer
When you set up a local area network (LAN) at home, you may run into a situation where you can use IP passthrough mode on your router. Or, bridge mode might be better suited for your purposes. Both IP passthrough and bridge mode have similar functions, but they’re not used for exactly the same. Let’s…
[Read More]
The world of online gaming is vast, fun, and chock full of exciting and immersive world-building. But are you, or your kids, really safe while playing multiplayer games with total strangers? What happens if a villainous player gets ahold of your IP address or confidential information? It’s easy to forget to take preventative, protective measures…
[Read More]
Without a VPN (virtual private network) or other privacy tools like Incognito Mode searches, your Internet activity and general geolocations are available for public consumption. Cybercriminals can use your IP address to track your online movements, pinpoint your physical location, and hack into your device’s operating systems. IP mapping is one method these bad actors…
[Read More]
IP scanning is an essential network administration task that provides visibility into the devices on your network. But what exactly is an IP scanner, and what are the top tools to use for scanning your network IPs? This comprehensive guide covers everything you need to know. What is an IP Scanner? An IP scanner is…
[Read More]
You may already know that IP addresses are unique identifiers that are assigned to devices that access computer networks. An IP address is a string of numbers separated by periods, which looks like this: 192.168.1.1. But IP addresses are actually abstract, logical identifiers, not physical locations. Unlike MAC addresses, which are permanently attached to a…
[Read More]
Your IP address reveals a lot of information about you and your online activities. An IP address serves as a home address for your internet connection, and it uniquely identifies the device that you are using to access the internet. Importantly, your IP address allows websites and services to locate and communicate with your devices. …
[Read More]
Operating systems are the foundation of computing, managing hardware resources, and providing services to applications. Many types of OS exist for different needs. This comprehensive guide to the types of operating systems examines popular operating system categories and examples in detail. What is an Operating System? Think of an operating system (OS) like a manager…
[Read More]
In an era where cyber threats are a constant risk rather than a possibility, businesses cannot afford to be complacent about cybersecurity. This is why it is crucial that you understand what pentesting is. Penetration testing, also known as “pen testing,” serves as a vital diagnostic tool to identify and resolve security weaknesses before hackers…
[Read More]