Nov 27, 2017
One of the biggest obstacles to online shopping is the fear of fraud or a security scam and that can be an issue regardless of whether you’re shopping from a web browser or a mobile app. While security is an issue, it’s important not to overblow the fear. If you...
Nov 17, 2017
By Larry Magid The picture of Al Franken appearing to grope a sleeping fellow USO entertainer should serve as a warning to everyone. It’s easy to take (or be in) an inappropriate picture and it’s equally easy to share it online. But, as Franken found out,...
Nov 14, 2017
By Larry Magid This post first appeared on Forbes.com The Family Online Safety Institute (FOSI) convenes its annual conference on Thursday, when internet safety experts from around the world will meet at the Newseum in Washington DC to talk about making the online...
Nov 10, 2017
by Larry Magid(scroll down for CBS News and KCBS News Radio segments on IBPA conference) This post first appeared in the San Jose Mercury News I spent three days this week at the International Bullying Prevention Association in Nashville, where several hundred...
Aug 31, 2017
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...
