Cyberwar is coming and the Russians are leading the way
Open/download audioAlmost 3 years ago Russia dropped a cyber-bomb on Ukraine, hacking energy companies and wiping out power to hundreds of thousands. Government security agents say that was just the beginning. A test of sorts for possibly a much bigger plan. Listen to my free Komando on Demand podcast as I take you through the history of cyber warfare and share things you should be doing now to prepare for a possible cyber attack.
For a relaxing vacation, it’s hard to beat a sunny destination. What’s better than sipping your favorite beverage while catching some rays? The sand, the sun and the clear blue ocean with a nice warm breeze, it’s simply paradise! But how do you know which beaches are duds, and which are worth visiting? I’ve rounded up seven of my absolute favorites!
Listening to audiobooks has never been easier. You can use lightweight, portable, wireless speakers like Amazon Echo or high-quality Bluetooth speakers and relax to the soothing sounds of a narrator telling your favorite story. Just attach your smartphone or tablet to your speaker or choice and you can go on fun adventures while you relax or take care of household chores.
Your Android can adeptly make calls, send text messages, check emails, change settings, download apps and everything in between. Sure, having the right know-how to get things done on your smartphone makes you feel like a bona fide expert. But there are hidden Android tricks here and there that can make your everyday use even better.
Deepfake video technology is the next big thing in fake news
Fake news is one of the scourges of our increasingly connected world. With billions having instant access to social media sites and the web, misinformation can spread quickly like wildfire. To discern what’s bogus from real, we typically rely on concrete proof, like a video, for example, to prove that something was actually said or done.
So you want to start a podcast. You probably already have some favorite podcasts. Maybe you like the podcast versions of your favorite sports talk shows, follow the quirky history stories of The Futility Closet, or keep up on the latest political discussions. You want in on the podcast world, but there’s more to it than just talking into a microphone.
Summer is here, and with the soaring temperatures comes hot dogs and watermelon, flip-flops and sunburns. It’s also getting close to the Fourth of July, which means it’s the perfect time to decorate for Independence Day.
4 apps to help organize your books, music and movies
Over time many of us collect things, with books, music and movies being among them. We don’t have it in us to throw any of it away, but often times they end up in storage boxes or somewhere that is out of sight and out of mind.