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Gizmodo Security Compromised

Many people visit Gizmodo and check on the presentation of gadgets. If you happen to be one of those people, you might want to have your security programs run a scan:
“… Gizmodo says the “malware” was on its site “for a little while last week”. Its announcement did not specify the nature of [...]

CalOptima Loses Unencrypted Data

Encryption is really not that difficult. Really, it isn’t. Chris Pirillo even recommends programs that turns encryption into an easy process. An organization like CalOptima must have technology people who are familiar with the security benefits of encryption. It begs the question: ‘why isn’t it done?‘:
“… Personally identifiable information on [...]

Flu Vaccine and Sports

At the moment, some Olympic athletes are being given the discretion of whether to have the flu shot or not. That stance may be re-examined in light of the tragedy of a young thirteen year old hockey player from Toronto:
“… Evan Frustaglio began developing flu-like symptoms during a hockey tournament in London, Ont., [...]

Stealing Your Child’s Identity

A child is not immune to identity theft. In many ways, using a child’s identity has inherent benefits. For example, a young child will not have a criminal record, will not have debts like mortgages and student loans, will not be doing a credit check soon and possibly will not find out about [...]

Dogs Helping to Develop Reading Skills

There is instant affection. There is not the slightest hint of criticism. And it is becoming trendy. - Dogs are adding another skill to their long resume. They are helping children to develop their reading skills:
“… The philosophy is simple. Children who are just learning to read often feel [...]

Flu Crisis Is a Criminal Opportunity

With the increasing reports of the flu and related complication, President Obama has declared a national health emergency. This allows for certain legal waivers to be lifted and patient care to be expedited.
It also means further opportunities for hackers and criminals to push out fake products:
“Fake Tamiflu is one of many bogus products being [...]

Senator John McCain Moves to Block Net Neutrality

If Senator McCain is successful, there will be an impact on every American internet user. Senator McCain would like to prohibit the U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) from regulating the internet and protecting the internet user.
Under Senator McCain’s bill, net neutrality would be gone. The internet provider would be able to discriminate traffic. [...]

The Men and Doctors Mystery

Guys, can you please explain this to me? The health care legislation has been constantly in the news and it is an issue that impacts upon every American. The puzzle to me is “why don’t men go to the doctor?“
There are data from Canada that is befuddling. The medical services in Canada [...]

Tips For Less Airport Security Problems

Air travel has become a process of arriving early at the airport and waiting. The long lines have become part of the ‘airport experience’, along with security checks and other surprises. For example, your laptop can be seized without any obvious, stated reason.
Jonathan Ages, writing for Forbes Traveler, has some sound [...]

Your Face in the Database

If you drive, your face is in the database. The motor vehicle databases have been coveted by advertisers and would pay for access to that information pool. The data may be given away to law enforcement agencies to track down fugitives:
“… the FBI has begun using facial-recognition technology on millions of motorists, [...]

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