April 16, 2020
Hundreds of websites, all using the word Netflix, have popped up in the last two months. Their collective goal? To trick unwitting victims out of money and steal some data in the process. I’ll show you what to look for.
April 15, 2020
Zoom has exploded in popularity over the last few weeks as meetings moved onto the web. But the sudden growth, and lacking security, has organizations from the Department of Education to the FBI saying no more.
April 14, 2020
Maybe you’ve seen this conspiracy theory on social media or YouTube: 5G is causing or spreading the coronavrius. Don’t fall for it. I’ve got four scientific facts to set your mind at ease.
April 13, 2020
Apple and Google are teaming up to develop technology that will alert you if you have come into contact with anyone infected with coronavirus. This “Contact Tracing” could be used by more than 230 million Americans who use an iPhone or Android smartphone. Is this a necessary tool or an invasion of privacy?
April 10, 2020
Humans are social creatures, and we’re all missing in-person connection. Texts and emails just don’t cut it during this time of isolation. We’re turning to our smartphones for, you guessed it, making actual calls.
April 9, 2020
YouTube is full of garbage. Sure, there are helpful videos, too, but there’s no denying the trash you can find. The latest conspiracy theory spreading on the video site is getting lots of attention — and YouTube has had enough.
April 8, 2020
Social media is loaded with videos of those who are sick, those who have lost loved ones and hopeless medical professionals. One in particular, a real heartbreaker, caught the attention of CBS Sunday News and Sen. Bernie Sanders. What they didn’t realize? It’s a fake.
April 7, 2020
Statistics surround the coronavirus pandemic — from growing infection numbers to the time we’re all spending online. Everything from streaming to cybercrime is through the roof, and spam is no exception. You won’t believe just how much.
April 6, 2020
In times of crisis, we’re all searching for reliable information. My advice: Steer clear of, well, most of social media. Here are some of the bizarre conspiracy theories nuts are spouting off right now, from government power grabs to 5G’s role in spreading the virus.
April 3, 2020
At work, your office has all the outlets you could need. At home? Well, that’s not the case for many of us. If you’re working from home, don’t miss this warning.
April 2, 2020
College classes, companies, churches and friend groups are turning to Zoom to stay in contact during pandemic. It makes connecting with others easy — but if you skip a few key steps, you’re opening yourself and your meeting participants up for some serious online trolling.
April 1, 2020
Cities are on lockdown and we have to keep our distance. Inviting friends over is out of the question. That doesn’t mean a dinner party is off the table, though. Here’s how I plan to host a virtual get-together this weekend. Join me!
March 31, 2020
Across the world, people are getting sick at an alarming rate. That’s not the only thing increasing. Scams are on the rise too. Phishing sites alone have increased 350%. Here are four scams you need to watch out for. Warn the people you love, too.
March 30, 2020
Across the country, Americans are staying put. One-third of America is under lockdown, and the travel industry is quiet. There’s one outlier: Rural Airbnbs. Why are these properties still attracting renters?
March 27, 2020
If you’ve transitioned to working from home, you know the hurdles. It’s harder to keep in touch with coworkers, you’re probably feeling isolated and you don’t have the same resources you have access to at the office. There’s one tech upgrade that will make the transition easier, and it’s worth it if you’re home for the foreseeable future.
March 26, 2020
Let’s cut to the chase: Delivered packages aren’t sterile. You need to take some precautions if you’re ordering from Amazon, Walmart or any other online shop. I’ll tell you exactly what I’m doing to keep germs out of my house.
March 25, 2020
It’s no secret smart speakers are always listening. In fact, assistants like Alexa accidentally listen in nearly 20 times a day on average. If you’re now working from home, there’s a critical privacy step you need to take.
March 24, 2020
Working from home, with any hope of productivity, starts with the right equipment. If your network isn’t set up for success, you won’t be either. Start with your router.
March 23, 2020
Fake news isn’t all you need to worry about. Scammers and cybercriminals are using our collective fears against us. Think twice if you get any of these calls, and do not — under any circumstances — hand over your credit card info.
March 20, 2020
Can you get the coronavirus just from getting your mail or picking up a delivery? You can never be too careful. I’ll tell you the steps I’m taking right now to minimize exposure.