Protecting Yourself from Online Scams

The CyberGuy provides tips on how to protect yourself from online scams, particularly focusing on fake login alerts and phishing emails. He explains how scammers create urgency and fear to trick victims and offers steps to stay safe, including not clicking on links, using strong antivirus software, and enabling two-factor authentication.

Healthcare Data Breach at Ascension

Tech expert discusses cybersecurity concerns in healthcare industry, specifically a data breach at Ascension exposing 430,000 patients' personal and medical information. Steps to stay safe post-breach outlined, including antivirus software, data removal services, identity theft protection, fraud alerts, credit monitoring, and password management.

Tips to Protect Yourself from Scams by Repurposing Old Computers

The 'CyberGuy' provides tips on how to protect yourself from scams by repurposing old computers safely or transforming them into something new and useful.

Mobile Messaging Technologies and Carrier Support

Understanding the differences between SMS, MMS, and RCS can help improve message delivery, save money, and enhance your messaging experience. Different carriers handle these messaging types differently, so choosing the right carrier based on your communication needs is important. Security measures like antivirus software, multi-factor authentication, and end-to-end encryption can help protect your messages from phishing scams and malware attacks.

Personal Data Breaches on Smartphones

Article discusses the growing threat of personal data breaches on smartphones, providing steps to take if your phone gets hacked. It emphasizes the importance of cybersecurity measures and proactive protection of personal information.

Tips to Check for Tracking Software on Your Device

Tech expert Kurt Knutsson offers tips on how to check for tracking software on your device and prevent unauthorized access to personal data. Steps include using antivirus software, VPN, avoiding public WiFi, turning off app tracking, adjusting Google account settings, setting strong passwords, enabling facial recognition/fingerprint, and checking for software updates regularly.