Why Security Advice from 2018 No Longer Works
Hey there, security savvy reader. If you’ve ever heard advice like “don’t click suspicious links” or “watch out for bad grammar,” you’re not wrong. That guidance used to be solid. In fact, for a long time, it worked pretty well. But here’s the quiet truth no one really announced: the rules changed, and most people […]
AI Fraud is Already Here and It’s Your Worst Nightmare
Hey there, curious reader. You’ve probably heard, (And seen!), that artificial intelligence is changing everything; from how we work to how we browse photos. What you might not have fully grasped yet is that AI isn’t just powering helpful tools. It’s also giving scammers a whole new bag of tricks, and those tricks are already […]
Your Printer Keeps a Hidden Diary of Everything You Print
Most people think of their printer as one of the least threatening pieces of technology in their home or office. It sits quietly in the corner, spits out documents, eats toner like a hungry raccoon, and that is about it. What most people do not realize is that many modern printers keep detailed records of […]
Your Email Inbox Is a Map of Your Life (and Hackers Love Maps)
Let’s take a moment and think about something simple: the last time you bought something online, reset a password, scheduled an appointment, or received a delivery update. Every one of those things probably sent something straight to your email. In fact, nearly every modern interaction, from banking to streaming to doctor visits, creates a little […]
Your Deleted Files Aren’t Really Gone
Remember that satisfying moment when you drag something to the Recycle Bin, hit “Empty,” and feel like you’ve erased it forever? Unfortunately, that’s not how digital deletion really works. In fact, unless you take specific steps, your “deleted” files are often just hiding in plain sight… Waiting for someone with the right tools, (and the […]
Your Camera Roll Is a Goldmine (and Not Just for Memories)
Hey there, snap-happy friend! We all have camera rolls full of pictures from fun moments, silly selfies, family get-togethers, maybe a quick shot of your lunch. But here’s the thing: those images aren’t just records of good times. They’re full of hidden clues and metadata that can reveal who you are, where you’ve been, and […]
Deepfake and Doppelgänger: When You Can’t Believe Your Eyes
Hey there, diligent reader! Remember when seeing was believing? Yeah me too… It seems we left those times rapidly, starting around 2 years ago. We’re living in an age where your eyes, and sometimes ears, can’t always be trusted. Thanks to AI-powered deepfake videos and images, it’s now possible to make someone appear to say […]
What You Need to Know Before Trusting the Cloud
Hey there, backup believer! You’ve probably heard (maybe even from me) that having cloud backups for your files is one of the smartest things you can do for your digital life. That’s 100% true. But here’s the part people don’t always talk about: Where you back up your files matters just as much as whether […]
How to Take Back Your Location Data (And Why It’s Priceless!)
We talk a lot about passwords, malware, and email security, but there is one piece of your digital footprint that is often more revealing than anything you type: your location data. Think about it… Your smartphone knows where you sleep, where you work, where your kids go to school, what doctor you visit, and which […]
What Happens to My Digital Life When I Die? Planning Your Digital Legacy
We spend so much of our lives online these days, don’t we? From countless photos stored in the cloud to important financial data, beloved social media memories, and perhaps even a secret passion project saved on a hidden drive – our digital legacy is vast. But here’s a thought many of us push aside: what […]