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9 tips for protecting your privacy, money and identity while you’re online

Posted on July 10, 2024

With all the hackers out there trying to break into secure Wi-Fi networks, steal personal and financial information and generally wreak havoc on our lives, it only makes sense to do everything possible to protect ourselves while we’re using the Internet.

Short of becoming a hermit and moving into a cave, there’s really nothing we can do to ensure that we never have our privacy compromised in today’s ultra-connected world.

But we can take steps to minimize the risks associated with being online as much as possible. Here are just a few of them:  [Read more…]

Here’s how to protect your kids from online predators

Posted on April 26, 2024

Are you constantly worrying about the safety of your kids online? You’re not the only one.

It’s natural to feel concerned; the online world can be a scary place for children and their parents. Cases of child abuse online had increased 12% during 2023, going over 36.2 million reports.

Even though these numbers are alarming, it’s not all bad news for parents. The internet can be a helpful resource; with just a few precautions, you can keep your kid away from online predators.  [Read more…]

Q&A: Should I be worried about someone getting my IP address?

Posted on April 21, 2022

Question from Rhonda:  Rick, I have a question about something that’s been bothering me.

My brother was joking around the other day and he said I should be careful because he knows my IP address and he could get me into trouble if I don’t behave.

I know he was just joking, but it got me to wondering if someone could cause problems for me if they know my IP address?  [Read more…]

How to safely access the Internet while you’re on vacation

Posted on November 14, 2021

In today’s connected world, taking a vacation doesn’t necessarily mean you’ll have to forgo using the Internet while you’re enjoying some tropical paradise or hiking some wilderness trail.

In fact, there aren’t that many places left in the world where you simply cannot find a way to get your laptop or mobile device connected to the web.

Unfortunately, using the Internet while you’re away from home is risky business unless you know how to do it safely.

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