Do you know an irresponsible forwarder or two, or three or five? Those numbers seem to be increasing aren't they? It's becoming second nature to some. Get an e-mail that has the tone or POV you agree with and off it goes to "all your friends." Regardless if it is true or based in any fact or … [Read more...]
Cyber Parenting 101: Guidelines and Rules to Keep Your Children Safe Online
Many parental units are not "techies" and openly admit they are not. They seem to use that as an excuse to not be informed and proceed to trust their children to do what is right in an environment that is clearly risky. When it comes to underage children being online, there should be … [Read more...]
Security Tip: Be Leery of Links in E-mail
One of the most common ways to get intrusive files, spyware, adware, worms or cookies on your computer is clicking on links in e-mails that take you where you didn't know you were going. These e-mails are usually spam or are spoofing that the e-mail is from your financial institution or a site you … [Read more...]
Beware: Email Scams and Domain Slamming!
There is big business online taking advantage of what you don't know. Better yet, taking advantage of what you won't take the time to understand or read. We're all rushed; not enough time in every day. Daily I hear folks who exclaim "Too much information!" when it comes to technology. … [Read more...]