Tech Tips
You should get a burner phone number (even if you are not a spy)
You should get a burner phone number (even if you are not a spy) No, you don’t need to buy a new phone. By David Nield Updated: October 23, 2019 You can manage one or more burner numbers from a … Continue reading »
The Danger to you from Social Engineering
Hello members, Many of us are on Facebook and many of us like to answer those surveys or questions that others in a group ask, like what was your 3rd grade teacher, or your favorite bakery in the old neighborhood. … Continue reading »
Net Neutrality
UPDATE: 1-2-2018: Though 2018 is here, don’t expect the net neutrality debate to disappear. Though the FCC’s repeal last month was devastating, it’s had the pleasant side effect of turning the issue mainstream—so mainstream that it’s sure to become a talking point in … Continue reading »
Beware Netflix Scam
There is a new Phishing scam targeting Netflix Subscribers. Be aware, and Never click on an email link, even if you think it OK because you are a subscriber. Instead, go to your browser and type in “Netflix.com”. If there … Continue reading »
Lost phones
Two things are a must for your smart phones. Password protect it Put a contact number on your Lock Screen. Like “If found, please call 973-555-4545” This way if a Good Samaritan finds your phone they can contact you so … Continue reading »
Danger – Ransomware Epidemic
You CAN Protect yourself. Take precautions Cyber security has become one of the primary concerns of today’s society. Recently a ransom ware known as “Wannacry” was released to computers across the globe. The ransom ware acts as a worm that … Continue reading »
Comparing the iPhone 7 to Galaxy S8
The Samsung flagship phone is bigger and some say better than the iPhone 7. Here is a quick comparison from New Atlas. http://newatlas.com/iphone-7-vs-galaxy-s8-specs-comparison/48939/#gallery Another comparison: Samsung Galaxy S8 and S8+ vs. OnePlus 3T
Facebook Fears – NOT
Our 2017 Gala was last night and a great success. Many people who follow us on Facebook, look for pictures of the event the next day. That happens after any event but, what if you are Not on Facebook. Not … Continue reading »
Gmail a #1 Choice for email
I know you don’t want to dump your aol.mail, HotMail, or Yahoo Mail, etc. And using your ISP’s email like Optonline, or Comcast, is actually not a great idea.. Consider this. Gmail has the best spam filters and Gmail can … Continue reading »
Phishing
No…..That’s not a typo. Phishing is when a “bad guy” sends an email claiming to be your bank, or Amazon, your Cell company, or your uncle Joe. It may say something like ” hey here is that info you … Continue reading »