Location tracking powers maps and ride-hailing apps, but it also opens the door to data collection and faster battery drain. If you’re looking to take back control of your device, here are three reasons why you should consider disabling location services. Protect your privacy One of the biggest concerns with location services is how much […]
Stop oversharing: 3 Reasons to disable Android location tracking
Activate Siri on macOS without giving Apple access to your contacts
Mac users love the convenience of Siri for performing quick tasks or finding information. However, enabling Siri on macOS often comes with a privacy tradeoff: sharing your contacts and more with Apple. While this may not seem significant to some, it raises valid concerns for users deeply invested in safeguarding their personal data. Why does […]
Key considerations for picking a VPN solution
By using a virtual private network (VPN), you can prevent internet service providers from monitoring your online activities, access websites that are normally blocked with your current IP address, and ensure your privacy remains intact. But different VPN solutions offer different features, and it’s important for you to understand these before making a decision. Here […]
Data security: Prevent insider threats
In the healthcare industry, 58% of security incidents begin with an inappropriate action carried out by someone within the affected organization. Although the percentage isn’t as high among other industries, it’s still something you can’t afford to ignore. Here’s a look at five ways to prevent such breaches. #1 Educate You must teach your team […]
Is your Android call and SMS data safe?
It’s normal for mobile phones to store users’ call and text logs. Android users, however, might be surprised to know that Facebook has been collecting their call history and SMS data for years. Should you be worried? How Facebook’s data-collecting activities were discovered Software developer Dylan McKay realized Facebook had been collecting his call records […]