Alžbeta Kovaľová

Alžbeta Kovaľová

Global Content Specialist


Education? MA in Linguistics

Position and history at ESET? I joined ESET in 2021 as a content writer and it’s been a beautiful adventure ever since

What malware do you hate the most? All of them!!

Favorite activities? Crocheting, running and gaming. Can't go wrong with any of them.

What is your golden rule for cyberspace? Invest in your security!

When did you get your first computer and what kind was it? Being quite young, my first computer was not nearly as impressive as my colleagues. I believe it was a Lenovo, an old model that I got after my sister got herself a new one. Recycle baby!.

Favorite computer game/activity? As a kid I loved the Harry Potter computer games! The third one was my favorite. Now I have to say I am quite addicted to Assassins creed.


85 articles by Alžbeta Kovaľová

Family Safety Online

Social media survival: Tackling cyberbullying and trolls

Social media survival: Tackling cyberbullying and trolls

Family Safety Online

Social media survival: Tackling cyberbullying and trolls

Popular platforms such as TikTok, Snapchat, and Instagram are rife with trolls, haters, and cyberbullies and for children, this can have real life consequences.

Alžbeta Kovaľová 28 Jan 2025 6 min. read


Family Safety Online

Understanding sexting: What every parent needs to know

Understanding sexting: What every parent needs to know

Family Safety Online

Understanding sexting: What every parent needs to know

Sexting isn’t just a buzzword; it’s a real part of today’s digital world – and yes, it involves teenagers too. Talking about it can feel awkward or overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be.

Alžbeta Kovaľová 23 Jan 2025 4 min. read


Podcast

Unwrapping Christmas scams | Unlocked 403 cybersecurity podcast (special edition)

Unwrapping Christmas scams | Unlocked 403 cybersecurity podcast (special edition)

Podcast

Unwrapping Christmas scams | Unlocked 403 cybersecurity podcast (special edition)

ESET's Jake Moore explains why the holiday season is a hotspot for scams, how fraudsters target their victims, and the role of AI in enhancing online fraud.

Alžbeta Kovaľová 19 Dec 2024 1 min. read


Family Safety Online

Screentime as a reward: Should parents use it or lose it?

Screentime as a reward: Should parents use it or lose it?

Family Safety Online

Screentime as a reward: Should parents use it or lose it?

Should screentime really be used as a reward? We teamed up with child psychologist Jarmila Tomkova to explore why this seemingly harmless practice might not be the best move.

Alžbeta Kovaľová 12 Dec 2024 5 min. read


Podcast

How cyber-secure is your business? | Unlocked 403 cybersecurity podcast (ep. 8)

How cyber-secure is your business? | Unlocked 403 cybersecurity podcast (ep. 8)

Podcast

How cyber-secure is your business? | Unlocked 403 cybersecurity podcast (ep. 8)

Given that cybersecurity is crucial for businesses of all sizes, can your organization's security strategy keep up with the rapidly evolving threats of today?

Alžbeta Kovaľová 10 Dec 2024 1 min. read


Privacy and Identity Protection

Phishing you Happy Holidays!

Phishing you Happy Holidays!

Privacy and Identity Protection

Phishing you Happy Holidays!

Enjoy a phishing-free holiday season by learning how to spot tricksters with bad intentions.

Alžbeta Kovaľová 28 Nov 2024 3 min. read


Family Safety Online

The Rising threat of online grooming

The Rising threat of online grooming

Family Safety Online

The Rising threat of online grooming

Online grooming continues to be an increasingly alarming issue in today's digital age.

Alžbeta Kovaľová 14 Nov 2024 3 min. read


Podcast

Protecting children from grooming | Unlocked 403 cybersecurity podcast (ep. 7)

Protecting children from grooming | Unlocked 403 cybersecurity podcast (ep. 7)

Podcast

Protecting children from grooming | Unlocked 403 cybersecurity podcast (ep. 7)

"Hey, wanna chat?" This seemingly innocent phrase can take on a dark and dangerous tone when it comes from an adult to a child online, potentially marking the beginning of a predatory relationship.

Alžbeta Kovaľová 16 Oct 2024 1 min. read


Family Safety Online

Is your child's phone making them sick?

Is your child's phone making them sick?

Family Safety Online

Is your child's phone making them sick?

Gadgets provide immense learning opportunities and entertainment, but they have also introduced a new challenge for parents and educators: phone addiction among children.

Alžbeta Kovaľová 16 Oct 2024 3 min. read