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Today is Safer Internet Day

Feb 1, 2024

More than 100 countries around the world will come together for Safer Internet Day on Feb. 6.

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Podcast: Positive Play on PlayStation

Aug 9, 2024

PlayStation safety and privacy settings, ways that players can help each other, and the importance of intergenerational play.

Ask Trish: New York Times v. OpenAI

Jan 9, 2024

“I read that OpenAI was sued recently by the New York Times? What is that all about?”

Meta, Ray-Ban Release Second-Generation Smart Glasses

Dec 21, 2023

I was riding my bicycle the other day taking pictures, talking on the phone and sending and receiving texts without ever taking my hands off the handle bars.

“This Was Not a Money-Making Machine.” Internet Pioneer Leonard Kleinrock and the First Network

Dec 13, 2023

“Today’s problems are very serious,” says internet pioneer Leonard Kleinrock.

FOMO: What It Is and How to Manage It

Dec 13, 2023

Social media has accelerated the FOMO phenomenon in several ways – here’s how to fight back.

Podcast: Positive Play on PlayStation

Aug 9, 2024

PlayStation safety and privacy settings, ways that players can help each other, and the importance of intergenerational play.

Looking Back on 2022 and Ahead to 2023

Dec 29, 2022

This year wasn’t a good year for tech, but it was a momentous one.

Parent’s Guide to Meta Quest Pro

Oct 21, 2022

High-end VR headset with new features and improved comfort for safe, immersive experiences.

Google Doubles Down on Sleep Sensing

Apr 6, 2023

I have to admit, I’m a bit obsessive when it comes to sleep technology.

Ask Trish: Getting Started on Social Media

Oct 18, 2022

Hey Trish, I want to create a TikTok but I’m a terrible dancer and worried that people will just laugh at my posts. Should I create one?

Tech Checklist to Prepare for Disasters and Power Failures

Sep 29, 2022

Whether it’s earthquakes, tornadoes, impending fires or even massive hack attacks, it’s important to make sure that your tech is ready and able to operate even in the event of a power failure.

Windows 11 Update Has New Security & Ease-of-Use Features

Sep 22, 2022

Ever since I got my first Apple II in 1980, I’ve marveled how computers and now phones and even some cars get better over time.

Ask Trish: The Pressure to Post

Sep 20, 2022

Hey Trish, Some of my friends post literally all the time. It makes me feel like I should too, especially because I’m not as active on social media. What’s the right amount of posting?

Ask Trish: Telling a Parent You’re Being Cyberbullied

Sep 6, 2022

Research finds that just 10% of young targets choose to report their harassment to an adult, including a parent. Let’s change that.

Ask Trish: All About Filters

Aug 30, 2022

Trish, do u use filters? I know they’re controversial, what are your thoughts on them?

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Wellness and Safety

Google Doubles Down on Sleep Sensing

Apr 6, 2023

by Larry Magid This post first appeared in the Mercury News I have to admit, I’m a bit obsessive when it comes to sleep technology. Partially because I find it interesting and like to write about it, but also because I have been diagnosed with mild sleep apnea, which...

Benefits of Apple’s Image Abuse Scanning Outweigh Risks

Aug 12, 2021

by Larry Magid This post first appeared in the Mercury News Listen to "Apple is right to scan for child sex abuse material" Listen to the ConnectSafely Report for CBS News on why Apple is doing the right thing There has been quite a bit of controversy around...

Ask Trish: Marginalized Groups & Online Hate

Aug 3, 2021

“Is it just me, or do women and minorities face more hate online? Why is that? How can we stop it?” *Trigger Warning: This blog post contains distressing facts about and descriptions of harassment against women and marginalized groups.* Let me start by thanking you...

Ask Trish: The Pressure to Be Perfect

Jul 26, 2021

“I sometimes feel like the pressure to be perfect on social media can be so overwhelming. Do you have tips for managing social media anxiety and being authentic online?” First and foremost, let me start by saying: I get it and trust me, you’re not alone. I can’t tell...

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Podcasts

Cybersecurity During COVID-19 (Webcast)

Jul 28, 2020

Larry Magid and Kerry Gallagher spoke with McAfee's Baker Nanduru, who had some excellent advice for all of us who are at a higher security risk due to all the scammers exploiting COVID-19.

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Videos

1. Generative AI for Families

2. Smart Digital Parenting: Navigating Screens with Children & Teens

3. New Gaming Research

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