New studies show cell phone bans while driving are not reducing traffic accidents. Let me be clear, I am not saying you should text and drive. I just think that our law makers have better things to do than pass laws against cell phones and texting while driving. Here’s why: They are difficult to enforce. […]
Beware of Risky Facebook Groups
Phony protest Facebook groups have nefarious intentions – to infect your PC with nasty viruses and spyware. Here’s a message from Facebook warning about these groups. The rumor about charging $4.9…9 or £3.99 or £14.99 a month is totally made up. However, confusion is not what the scammers seek: members of the group are directed […]
False Facebook Groups put You at Risk
There are two good reasons NOT to join Facebook Groups protesting that Facebook will start charging users. 1. These claims are false. Facebook has deny any rumors that they will charge users 2. These groups can lead you to malicious sites that can infect your PC with viruses and spyware. Here is a Facebook page […]
Tech Help in Haiti
The tech community shows the power of positive technology by building free open-source tools that help aid relief and recovery in Haiti. Hours about the disaster in Haiti Crisis Commons organized several nationwide events to work on numerous technology projects. The Haiti OpenStreetMap project was a direct result of this tech collaboration. It provides one […]
Web Browser Safety
Your browser is your window to the Web. But just like that window in your home that allows the light in, it also represents a potential security risk. You could board up all your windows leaving you safe, but in the dark. Or you could implement some basic browser security. One way for that nasty […]
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