Whether it’s a hurricane, earthquake or any other disaster, it’s important to make sure that your tech is ready and able to operate even in the event of a power failure. Batteries, flashlights and portable radios are a must. Also consider flashlights and...
By Larry Magid I’ve written my share of columns about social media, including stories about bullying, harassment, misogyny and other problems. But today’s column is decidedly positive. Facebook, Twitter, Nextdoor and mobile technology have, literally, been lifelines...
Listen to Larry’s one-minute CBS News segment on that first phone By Larry Magid As school gets underway, a lot of parents are considering buying their child a phone. That could be a good idea, especially for parents who want to be able to reach their child...
By Larry Magid Let’s face it, most parents worry about their children and look for reassurances that everything is OK. And while you can’t know exactly what’s going on with your kids 24/7, there are ways that you can track their location, know when they’ve...
Click below to listen to Larry’s interviews with experts quoted in this post by Larry Magid As a columnist and as founder of SafeKids.com and co-founder of ConnectSafely.org, I’ve written and spoken about cyberbullying. My work largely has focused on advising...
