Smartphone Pictures Pose Privacy Risks

Smartphone Pictures Pose Privacy Risks
on Mobile Technology, Privacy, Security, Smartphone by

At first blush, it seems obvious that looking at a picture could reveal your location. For instance, a picture of you standing in front of the Golden Gate Bridge sensibly leads to the conclusion you’re in the San Francisco Bay Area when the photo was taken. But now that smartphones …..

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VOCM TechTalk – Tips To Recognize CRA Tax Scams
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Tech Talk on VOCM is a weekly tech spot highlighting the latest tech news and gadget reviews. On this episode we discuss how to recognize CRA Tax scams and how to stay safe from this deception.  

Be Aware Of CRA Tax Scams

Be Aware Of CRA Tax Scams
on Phishing, Privacy, Security by

With tax season looming, cyber criminals are gearing up to take advantage of unsuspecting Canadians by posing as the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA), often requesting personal information or money in exchange for alleged overdue fees. These deceptive emails are often so-called phishing scams, a type of online identity theft often …..

Think Your Hotel Room’s Heater Is Ignoring You? You’re Right.

Think Your Hotel Room’s Heater Is Ignoring You? You’re Right.
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When travelling to different parts of the world these days high tech seems to be making its way into your hotel room. From digital card keys or phone apps for door locks to motion sensors for room temperature control or automated minibar sensors in snack trays with built-in electronic scales …..

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VOCM TechTalk – Potential Privacy Loss When Using Auto-Fill In Your Browser
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Tech Talk on VOCM is a weekly tech spot highlighting the latest tech news and gadget reviews. On this episode we discuss the privacy concerns regarding your browsers auto-fill feature.  

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VOCM TechTalk – Secure You New Gadget This Christmas.
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Tech Talk on VOCM is a weekly tech spot highlighting the latest tech news and gadget reviews. On this episode we discuss what steps you should take to properly secure your new tech gadget this holiday season.  

Expecting a new gadget from Santa? Take these steps to properly secure it.

Expecting a new gadget from Santa? Take these steps to properly secure it.
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Tablets, computers, phones, and smart home devices like TV’s, stereos, light bulbs, and hundreds of other web connected devices will be wrapped and tucked under the tree this holiday season. But what you might not realize is that your new gadget, if not configured properly, could pose a security risk …..

Avoid Getting Scammed When Buying Online This Holiday Season

Avoid Getting Scammed When Buying Online This Holiday Season
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Even though Black Friday and Cyber Monday have come and gone, many stores are usually in the habit of extending their biggest online one-day-of-deals giving shoppers extra time to save on popular electronics, clothes or home appliances. Whether you’ve made those purchases or are still in the process you might …..

iOS Security Flaw Gives Access To Personal Data

iOS Security Flaw Gives Access To Personal Data
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From the safety of Apple’s ‘walled garden’ looking out, it may be easy to believe that your expensive iOS device is more secure from hackers when compared to all other devices and setting a passcode our using Touch ID on your iPhone tends to be the most common first line …..

Apple Urges Users To Upgrade to iOS 10.1 due to Security Flaw

Apple Urges Users To Upgrade to iOS 10.1 due to Security Flaw
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If you’re a smartphone user, chances are at some point your phone’s told you there’s a new update available. It’s really easy during a hectic day to disregard that warning and completely forget about it until the message pops up again at the most inopportune time. Many of these incremental …..

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VOCM TechTalk – Is The Internet Security At Risk?
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Tech Talk on VOCM is a weekly tech spot highlighting the latest tech news and gadget reviews. On this episode we discuss how a massive co-ordinated series of cyber attacks called “DDoS” forced hundreds of major websites including giants like Amazon, Twitter, PayPal, Spotify, and Netflix offline.  

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