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2016
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We live in a time where you can track a car, a driver and even speed by using GPS tracking. This is a technology that is in huge demand, and it is not just because of higher rates of theft; but also due to technological advances and frankly, people “just want to know”.FBI reports show that in 201...
04/29/2016
With all the apps out there that individualize communication preferences among teens, such as limiting “sharing,” parents should still hold their breath. Face it, parents: times have changed. It’s your duty to discuss these applications with your kids. And parents should also familiarize themselv...
04/27/2016
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So Macs can be infected with malware. Who would have ever thought? The malware at issue here is the dreaded ransomware. Ransomware scrambles up your files, and the hacker at the helm says he’ll give you the cyber “key” in exchange for a handsome payment.Ransomware historically has primarily impac...
04/27/2016
Someone else might file your taxes if you don’t get to it. And they won’t be doing it as a favor; they’ll be doing it to steal your identity.Here’s how it works: Cyber thieves send fraudulent e-mails to a business’s employees. The e-mails are designed to look like they came from the big wigs at t...
04/25/2016
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There are so many things to consider when it’s time to purchase antivirus software, but don’t let all the options overwhelm you. Take your time and don’t get too fixated on every little detail. Some systems will definitely conform more to your needs than others. But many people simply go with wha...
04/25/2016
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In France, anything is possible. Like getting tossed in jail for posting your children’s photos on Facebook.Yes indeed, it’s true. People in France might be put behind bars for putting their kids’ pictures on Facebook. Or, they may face heavy fines. This is because the French authorities deem pos...
04/21/2016
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Last year, says the security firm Gemalto, over 700 million records were breached. Or, to put it another way, this translates to two million stolen or lost records every day.2015 Breach Level Report 1,673 hacking incidents 398 were triggered from the inside of the attacked company: employees and ...
04/20/2016
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What’s it gonna take for companies to crack down on their cybersecurity? What’s holding them back? Why do we keep hearing about one company data breach after another?Well, there’s just not enough IT talent going around. The irony is that most company higher-ups admit that cybersecurity is very im...
04/19/2016
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Before embarking on a road trip with a car full of kids, make sure everything about the vehicle is in top working condition, including the windshield wipers, A/C, heat, fluid levels, seatbelts and lights (exterior and interior).Hopefully you’ll have a GPS; make sure that works, too; they’ve been ...
04/17/2016
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Traveling is fun, exciting, tiring and depending on your destination, generally safe. But bad things can happen. The best thing you can do before you go, is prepare.Safety Tips Blend in on your vacation. Before you leave for your trip, plan out your arrival. Dress like the locals. Preparing to bl...
04/15/2016
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