When you hear “USB FLASH DRIVE”, does that paint a picture in your mind of a device that is tough as nails and 100% reliable. I hope not. THERE ARE TWO TYPES OF DRIVES, THOSE THAT HAVE FAILED AND THOSE THAT WILL. Several weeks ago three different people came to me with USB flash drives … Continue reading
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WHEN THE PREDATOR HITS HOME
I often talk and write about keeping kids safe online and the dangers that can be found on the Internet. The problem hit home yesterday. My cousin sent me an email. The email simply read, “Please call me-urgent-very important.” I called him. He sounded very sad on the phone. He is always Mr. Bubbly. … Continue reading
ONLINE SAFETY TIPS FOR COLLEGE STUDENTS
It will soon be back to school time for some college students. Do you have a child going off to college for the first time? Below are a few tips provided by Iovation regarding online safety for students. Iovation is an online fraud and reputation management company. Here are 8 tips to keep your … Continue reading
OCTOBER IS NATIONAL CYBER SECURITY AWARENESS MONTH
Now is a good time to evaluate and possibly improve your digital safety practices. Knock on wood, so far, I have never had a virus infection, lost data, been hacked, or lost control of any of my accounts…I’ve had no computer chaos. Here are a few of the tips that I have used over the … Continue reading
WHATSAPP – GROWING IN POPULARITY AMONG TEENS
The point of this post is not to say whether or not WhatsApp is good or bad. I want parents to know what it is and that it’s increasing in popularity among teenagers. WHAT IS WHATSAPP WhatsApp Messenger is used for sending instant messages via smartphones. In addition to text messaging, users can send each … Continue reading
AN EVEN BETTER PASSWORD PLAN
In 2011 I created a blog post about passwords that many people liked. Today I am updating that information. Not much has changed in the past two years. Many people are still using passwords that are easy to crack and are using the same easy to crack passwords on multiple sites. I base this on … Continue reading
HOW TO DONATE AN OLD COMPUTER
Congratulations, you have a new computer. Don’t want to keep your old computer. Not sure what to do with it? I may be able to help. REFURBISH Many people are tempted to donate their old equipment to a local school or charity. That’s great if you know for sure that the school or charity will … Continue reading
SAVE TIME WITH THESE COMPUTER SHORTCUTS
I grew up with a Marine Drill Instructor for a father. I have heard a few times in my life, “You and hard work have never been friends.” Hey, I can work just as hard as the next guy. If I can get the same amount done with less effort, why not? I say work … Continue reading
HOW TO TAKE GOOD CARE OF YOUR NEW PC (or any PC)
Did Santa bring you a new PC? It’s great how fast and wonderful computers work when you first take them out of the box? Over time, the glee you felt when your computer was new turns into something like, “I hate this darn thing.” Well, there are many things you can do to keep your … Continue reading
KNOW WHAT THE HECK IS GOING ON AND LETS PROTECT OUR CHILDREN
Do you have a have a teenage daughter or care about one? Please take the time to read the ENTIRE Redbook article titled, Sexting Trauma: “I Was Naked Out in the World.” The article talks about one girl’s perilous trip down the sexting road. Almost 3 years later, she is still paying the price for … Continue reading
