A new social network takes on Facebook putting privacy first

April 6, 2021

Social media used to be fun. Remember those days? You’d chat with old friends, post a few photos and move on. Fast forward to today and social media is addictive, intrusive and even harmful. Jim Fournier, the mind behind a new social media platform, says it’s even a threat to our democracy. Kim jumps into the murky world of social media, from data collection to insurance schemes. There’s a lot you have to watch out for, and we’ll shed light on the greatest threats in this episode.

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Photography tip: 7 ways to take better photos

The photography business is booming. Even if you’re an amateur, you can find countless opportunities to turn your passion into cold, hard cash.

Need help getting started? Tap or click here to make money selling your photos online.

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Use a Roku? Watch out for this sneaky tech support scam

It seems that nothing is safe from a proliferation of scams. Crooks will reach out through any means to get your personal and financial information, from calls to texts to phony websites and more.

Scammers know that people seeking customer support are vulnerable, and they have found a new twist to an old trick. They send fake subscription emails that indicate a bill is due, or service is about to expire. When you follow up, they try to get you to sign up and give away information they never had to begin with. Tap or click here to see how to spot and avoid these scams.

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Expect even more robocalls soon. Here's why

“I’m calling you to discuss your car’s extended warranty.” Those words haunt us all in our sleep. Tap or click here to find out why you get so many car warranty robocalls. Everyone hates robocalls, and sadly, you are about to get more of them. Thanks to the Supreme Court and Facebook, your phone is about to get more annoying.

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Was your Facebook hacked? Here's how to check the 533 million exposed records

Social media has helped to connect billions of people globally, and much easier than before. But to set up a Facebook or Twitter account, you must relinquish a portion of your personal information.

Your email address, telephone number, age or even neighborhood all may be required for the service to work as intended. But there are underlying risks that not everyone is aware of or actively chooses to ignore. Tap or click here for one Facebook security setting you must change.

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Home security comparison: DIY options vs. traditional home security

With so many cybersecurity threats out there you might be focused on protecting your digital life. Even though that’s important, only paying attention to online threats is a huge mistake.

That’s because burglars are still out there in full force looking to invade your home and rip you off. This means having a home security system that you can trust watching your back 24/7 is extremely important.

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Set up a security camera in under 30 seconds (with stuff you already own)

Security is important. We all worry about the safety of our loved ones. Whether you have children at home or just want to be sure nobody is breaking into your home when you are not around, having a security camera can be a huge reassurance.

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Google Maps' new feature takes navigation to the next level (literally)

When the first GPS came out, it was life-changing. Gone were the days of using paper maps to navigate around unknown territories. Before programs like Google Maps, you were reliant on ridiculous directions from friends that included things like taking a left at the red barn with a black door and going left at the fourth stoplight from the intersection.

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Don't make these mistakes with your COVID vaccine card

Update, as of April 7: We’ve heard from several listeners who had their cards laminated, only to find the stickers adhered to it turned completely black. If you would like a laminated card, our suggestion is making a copy and having that one laminated, keeping the original safely tucked away.

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New spin on fake customer support call puts your data at risk

Most tech-savvy people are familiar with the fake tech support scams that have been going around for years. Usually, a fraudulent warning would pop up on your computer screen, instructing you to call a number to have malware removed.

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Headed back to the office? Best way to keep an eye on your home from anywhere

You know the stress of being a parent. When the kids were young, you jumped at every sneeze, cough and wobbly step.

Now that they’re young adults or teenagers, there are different stresses. Are they driving while distracted by texts and social media messages? At home, are they safe? Are they being responsible for getting home on time from school, not raiding your liquor cabinet and staying out of trouble?

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