Ryan Toohil

CTO at Aura

Ryan Toohil is the CTO at Aura, and a regular contributor to Aura's blog. He's passionate about creating a safer internet for everyone.

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Ryan Toohil

Illustration of a thermometer displaying digitized question marks to symbolize checking for a computer virus
Internet Security

How To Tell If Your Computer Has a Virus (and Remove It)

Is your computer acting strangely? Learn how to recognize if your computer has a virus and what to do next to stay safe and secure.

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September 21, 2023
An open laptop with an eye displayed on its screen; a question mark is also seen inside the pupil of the eye
Internet Security

What Do Hackers Do With Stolen Information?

Thieves may use stolen information to open fraudulent new bank accounts, apply for credit cards, or even demand a ransom. Can you prevent this?

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September 5, 2023
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Fraud

Scammer Phone Number Lookup: Find Out Who’s Calling You

Want to find out who’s been harassing you over the phone? Avoid sketchy reverse phone number lookup services and follow these steps instead.

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September 1, 2023
Illustration of one hand passing a check to another where the shadow of the check is an exclamation mark, indicating a scam
Credit & Finance

How To Prevent Check Fraud: 6 Preemptive Steps

Check fraud occurs when scammers illegally alter, forge, or steal checks in order to withdraw money from a bank account. Read more.

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August 25, 2023
Illustration of the Microsoft logo in black and white with a pair of eyes to symbolize a hacked Microsoft account
Internet Security

Microsoft Account Hacked? Here's How To Recover It

Did someone access your Microsoft account? Act fast! Here’s how to recover a hacked Microsoft account and protect yourself from hackers in the future.

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August 22, 2023
Illustration of a bearded man deep in thought as he looks at a suspended fishing lure as if analyzing a phishing email
Credit & Finance

How To Spot a Citibank Phishing Email (With Examples)

What does Citibank phishing email look like? How to spot them? If you’ve mistakenly interacted with one of these emails, what do you do?

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August 21, 2023