Security

In today’s digital age, Australian families face unique challenges in keeping children safe online. As parents, we take precautions in the physical world - teaching road safety, stranger danger, and establishing boundaries. But how do we protect our kids in the virtual world, where risks can be less visible but equally concerning? This guide explores practical strategies for Australian parents to ensure their children’s online safety while respecting their privacy.

The concept of a data lake has become a crucial solution for organisations looking to harness the power of big data. It’s a centralised storage location that contains large amounts of raw information. This modality has no restrictions - factors such as file type, format, and specific purpose are irrelevant.

The focus of IT security often centers on sophisticated software solutions, but the physical security of devices remains equally critical. In 2025, the number of endpoints—devices like laptops, printers, and mobile phones—has surged, making physical assets vulnerable to theft and tampering.

In Australia’s increasingly connected digital landscape, where over 90% of households are online and digital payments have become the norm, the internet has become an integral part of our daily lives. While this digital transformation offers unprecedented convenience, it also introduces new cybersecurity challenges, particularly as criminals leverage artificial intelligence (AI) to create sophisticated scams targeting Australian users.

From Perth to Sydney, Australian homes are becoming increasingly connected. As we embrace smart technology in 2025, the convenience of voice-controlled lighting, self-regulating thermostats, and smart cameras has become part of our daily lives. However, these innovations bring unique security challenges for Australian homeowners, making robust protection measures essential.

This guide explores the current state of smart home security, common vulnerabilities, essential protection strategies, and top systems to safeguard your connected home in Australia.

In today’s interconnected world, cybersecurity is more critical than ever for Australian users. With the Australian Cyber Security Centre reporting a 13% increase in cybercrime reports in 2023, protecting our devices, personal information, and sensitive data from ever-evolving cyber threats has become paramount. As HP users in Australia, we understand these challenges, and we’re here to help you navigate the complex landscape of digital security with essential cybersecurity tips tailored for our region.

Whether you work from home every day or for just part of the week, older and unsecured devices serve as a backdoor for bad actors who want your personal and professional data. HP intends to place a firm lock on that entryway with HP Wolf Security. It’s the new face of HP Security and boasts upgraded security features that help fortify a new generation of printers and PCs.

Virtual private networks (VPNs) have become quite common in the tech industry, and virtually all corporations and client-based businesses use protected networks to secure their sensitive data from malicious hackers and unauthorized users.