Cyber security is something we should all learn and practice regardless of our age. However, seniors as a demographic should be particularly aware of cyber security. This is because seniors are specifically vulnerable to Internet scams and malware attacks. It is more important than ever for seniors to educate themselves about maintaining healthy cyber security.…
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The Internet has opened up a new world of scamming, but phone scams are still prevalent and are becoming increasingly sophisticated. Statistics from this month, based off reports from the Australian Competition & Consumer Commission, suggest that the phone is still the most popular delivery method amongst scammers. Phone scams are also responsible for the…
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If you’re preparing to jet off overseas, you know that the options for international phone services can be overwhelming and confusing. Instead of going to the trouble of buying a phone or SIM card, WiFi calling is the easiest and most cost-effective choice for wayward globetrotters. What is WiFi calling, you might ask? WiFi calling…
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The outfit is right, the hair is laid, and the bad eyebrow is behaving for once. It’s time to let the world know how hot you are, but if you’re anything like me, you’ll spend more time posing than primping. No worries! Read on for your foolproof guide to an Instagram-ready selfie. Shine a Light…
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Pandora used to be the only player in the music streaming service field, until a few years ago. With the advent of technology, many players jumped into the market with better apps and streaming services. However, Pandora is still one of the major talked about and trustworthy streaming services to date. In this post, we…
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Discover the best accessories for your smartphone worth investing in! Stuck wondering what new accessories to buy for your Smartphone? We have all the best in new technology news for you to take your pick from! Join us to discover what the top 10 Smartphone accessories are, this season. The Top 10 Smartphone Accessories Screen…
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Do Mac computers need virus protection? Before 2012, most Mac users’ answers would have been no. Mac computers were widely thought of as essentially immune to viruses and malware. The system contains built-in protection like “sandboxing,” an anti-hacker technique that restricts access to actions, files, and programs on your Mac. Other security features include XProtect,…
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None of us appreciate a quick dash to the power point to save our laptop shutting down. Worse still is when there is no available power source to save it. Laptops are useless to us without power. These are the top ways you can quickly extend your battery life. 1. Dim the screen The biggest…
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Scientific American reports a University of California, Los Angeles, study that suggests the older you get the more likely you are to trust a stranger. This is just one of many reasons that the elderly are acutely vulnerable to scams. This vulnerability is made worse by seniors’ isolation and lack of tech-savvy. A key to…
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“Wait, let me take a selfie…” It͛’s a song, seriously. We live in an age of instant gratification and of sharing every moment that happens to us, and selfies for days. Many people will take about 10 of them (if not more) and then post only the one that looks the best. Now there are many…
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