Review: Best Internet Security Suites 2016

Folks, the guy I trust has published his product reviews for the all-important software category of Internet Security for 2016.

* Stay Safe With a Security Suite

“Using your computer for games and social media is fun; keeping it safe isn’t. A security suite can be your one-stop solution. We’ve tested almost four dozen of them, and these 10 get our highest recommendation.” Read more..

I cannot say often or fervently enough that one simply must do everything they can to protect themselves from the scumbuckets and nation-states who have ruined the Internet. It is a most dangerous place. Far worse than we can know. Do what you can!

(And that title should say “safer”, not “safe”. No product is bulletproof.)(And no product protects you from you. Careful what you click!)

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Today’s quote: “It has been said that democracy is the worst form of government except all the others that have been tried.” ~ Winston Churchill

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Sunday Beauty #125

Folk, here’s another interesting image for your Sunday.

Click on image to see more by this artist

“Aurora Borealis, the colored lights seen in the skies around the North Pole, the Northern Lights, from Bear Lake, Alaska” by Beverly & Pack, courtesy of Flicker Commons

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Today’s quote: “All the great things are simple, and many can be expressed in a single word: freedom, justice, honor, duty, mercy, hope.” ~ Winston Churchill

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Yahoo: Your Personal Info Stolen

If you use Yahoo! mail (or your ISP uses Yahoo Mail) you need to read this news item.

* Yahoo breach; at least 500 million accounts affected

“According to a company statement, stolen information may have included names, email address telephone numbers, birth dates, hashed passwords and, in some instances, encrypted or unencrypted security questions and answers.” Read more..

[ I think it’s safe to mentally remove the “may have” from that.. ]

Please forward this on to your friends and loved ones who use Yahoo! Mail. Tell ’em they need to change their passwords, and beware of suspicious “phishing” emails that sound like they know you..

And if you don’t know what “phishing” is by now.. please stop using the Internet.

Today’s quote: “The best argument against democracy is a five-minute conversation with the average voter.” ~ Winston Churchill

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Really, really creepy use of tech …

Folks, if you put your thinking caps on, and read this article, (as I recommend you do) you just might start wondering if something isn’t really, really wrong.

And maybe think twice before buying that “smart” toaster, or “voice activated” remote control…

* Ottawa sex toy maker We-Vibe sued for ‘secretly collecting’ its customers’ intimate habits

“It has come to our attention that the company was actually recording specific information about her and other individuals usage of the device. That would include when it’s on, how long it’s being used for, what settings it’s on, the temperature of the device …” Read more..

Thank you, Dear Reader, for bringing this story to my attention.

And if that doesn’t do it, maybe this will:

* Hackers take Remote Control of Tesla’s Brakes and Door locks from 12 Miles Away

“Next time when you find yourself hooked up behind the wheel, make sure your car is actually in your control. Hackers can remotely hijack your car and even control its brakes from 12 miles away. Car hacking is a hot topic. Today many automobiles companies have been offering vehicles with the … ” Read more..

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Today’s quote: “Courage is what it takes to stand up and speak; courage is also what it takes to sit down and listen.” ~ Winston Churchill

And, yes. I know I said “really, really” twice.

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Something for both Apple and PC..

Folks, whether you own Apple, or Microsoft, or both, I hope these two How To items will be of use.

* 30 Hidden Tips for Mastering iOS 10

“Apple’s iOS 10 has arrived. These tips will help you make the most of it.” Read more..

* How to tweak the Windows 10 Action Center to make it less annoying

“The default settings for the Windows 10 Action Center can be irritating. Take a few minutes to customize it and reduce the annoyance factor.” Read more..

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Today’s quote: “I truly believe that everything that we do and everyone that we meet is put in our path for a purpose. There are no accidents; we’re all teachers – if we’re willing to pay attention to the lessons we learn, trust our positive instincts and not be afraid to take risks or wait for some miracle to come knocking at our door.” ~ Marla Gibbs

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Apple owners — 5 quick security tweaks

Folks, if you upgraded to iOS 10 on your iPhone and/or iPad (and it didn’t brick your device) please read, and follow, this brief How To tutorial article.

* Five security settings in iOS 10 you should immediately change

“These tweaks will lock down your iPhone or iPad to protect your privacy.” Read more..

[ I suggest doing that even if you don’t believe there’s any such thing as Privacy anymore.. ]

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Today’s quote: “Two persons cannot long be friends if they cannot forgive each other’s little failings.” ~ Jean de la Bruyere

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Breaking News: Hold off on iOS X

Apple owners take note:

* Hold off on updating to iOS 10 — it’s bricking iPhones and iPads

“Apple’s latest iOS update is causing problems for some users.” Read more..

Be aware: “bricking”, in English, means to turn your device into something akin to a brick — i.e., it does nothing. Completely broken. I.e., very, very bad.

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Today’s quote: “One loyal friend is worth ten thousand relatives.” ~ Euripides

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