How to Protect Your Phone from Ransomware
Most ransomware attacks target desktop computers, servers, and high-value storage networks — but in recent years, a growing number of attacks have targeted smartphones and other mobile devices. Below, we’ll…
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The 2TB Flash Drive Scam: Why “High-Capacity” Flash Drives Are Fakes
You’re browsing Amazon or eBay, and you see a great deal: A 2-terabyte (TB) USB thumb drive for about $40. Is it a great bargain — or a dangerous scam?…
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Data Leak Response: 4 Tactics for Reducing Risks
According to the Identity Theft Resource Center, the number of data breaches jumped 68 percent in 2021 — setting a new record with a total of 1,862 events. To IT…
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How to Stop Locky Ransomware: Prevention, Decryption, and Recovery
Locky is the common name for a ransomware variant that first appeared in 2016. The first version of Locky was distributed by the Necurs botnet; subsequent versions have been introduced…
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Does Recovery Mode Erase Data on an iPhone?
The Apple iPhone’s Recovery Mode deletes everything on the device. Deleted data is completely unrecoverable under most circumstances. Deleted iPhone files are unrecoverable for several reasons: File-Based Encryption – The…
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Ransomware Attack Data Recovery: 4 Factors to Consider
Ransomware attacks continue to threaten businesses, local governments, and nonprofit organizations — and the trend is unlikely to change anytime soon. According to public records, more than 400 city and…
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What is the Single Most Important Part of Data Recovery?
Data loss can be expensive, frustrating, and heartbreaking — and while data recovery is almost always possible, our clients often ask for tips for improving their chances of a successful…
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A Look Inside Datarecovery.com’s Hard Drive Parts Inventory
In order to recover data from a physically damaged hard drive, engineers need to return the drive to a working condition. That’s easier said than done — hard drive components…
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What Happens During a Data Recovery Media Evaluation?
Most reputable data recovery providers evaluate storage media before providing a quote. In another article, we explained why evaluations are necessary — if you missed it, you can read more…
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The Problem With Flat-Rate Hard Drive Data Recovery
Imagine taking your car to a mechanic that charges a flat rate for every service. Whether you’re getting a routine tune-up or a new transmission, you’ll pay a few hundred…
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