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 to external websites that are capable of … [Read more...] about Beware of Risky Facebook Groups
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 that puts to rest the rumors about Facebook charging … [Read more...] about False Facebook Groups put You at Risk
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 of the most … [Read more...] about Tech Help in Haiti
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 cyber-stuff like viruses and malware to infect your PC is through your … [Read more...] about Web Browser Safety
Why iPad is a Funny Name
You’ve heard the buzz about Apple’s new iPad. But have you heard the sophomoric snickers about its name? So what is so funny about the iPad’s name? This Mad TV skit came out a few years ago when the iPad was just twinkle in Steve Job’s eye and explains the iTampon gag. It still remains to be seen if the iPad will be an iDud. … [Read more...] about Why iPad is a Funny Name
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