“The Facebook Dilemma” is a major investigation of Facebook’s impact on privacy and democracy around the world. The documentary Premiered on 29 Oct 2018. The documentary examines the early years of the company through the present day global impact and repercussions of Facebook. Other issues addressed include the surveillance and data gathering aspects of Facebook… Continue reading “The Facebook Dilemma” – PBS FRONTLINE Documentary (2018)
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Misguided Internet Privacy Concerns and Virtual Private Network (VPN) Services
What We’re Being Told According to national news coverage, due to regulatory changes, we’re told that internet service providers can now track our personal web browsing, save it indefinitely, and sell this information to the highest bidder. As a result, increased concern about internet privacy has prompted a rise in advertising for Virtual Private Network (VPN)… Continue reading Misguided Internet Privacy Concerns and Virtual Private Network (VPN) Services
WEB DESIGN – Adventures in SSL Encryption Certificates and Site Security
Introduction On February 8, I had someone ask me about SSL site security, so I did a bit of research over the past few days on this topic. We all know that SSL website encryption is absolutely necessary for anyone wanting to have online commerce, or sites that collect any kind of sensitive information. It’s used for… Continue reading WEB DESIGN – Adventures in SSL Encryption Certificates and Site Security
Apple Defends National Privacy Infrastructure in Legal Standoff With the United States
Below is the letter from Tim Cook that was posted to Apple’s website on 16 January 2016. It is reposted here for dissemination, reference, and archival purposes. February 16, 2016 A Message to Our Customers The United States government has demanded that Apple take an unprecedented step which threatens the security of our customers.… Continue reading Apple Defends National Privacy Infrastructure in Legal Standoff With the United States
How College Students Can Maintain Privacy and Security Online
From a college campus to the professional marketplace, sustaining online privacy and covering digital tracks can be difficult to achieve and maintain. The Pew Research Center discovered 59 percent of those surveyed feel it’s impossible to maintain online anonymity. Yet, 86 percent said they try to keep a low profile with the help of tips… Continue reading How College Students Can Maintain Privacy and Security Online
The Impact of Anonymity on Internet Safety, Security, and Content Integrity
Effective Living | Relationships | Technology Summary. This document addresses the safety, security, and authenticity problems arising from anonymity on the Internet. Benefits of Anonymity. Anonymity has some benefits to the individual and the community, such as: Creates a Sense of Security. Some people feel more secure when online if they can be anonymous. Concerns… Continue reading The Impact of Anonymity on Internet Safety, Security, and Content Integrity
Security and Privacy Precautions When Forwarding Email
Technology Summary. When forwarding email newsletters and similar items, it is important to remove links from messages that may automatically give the recipient inadvertent access to your personal account with the original sender. For example, if someone who receives the email from you clicks on the one click unsubscribe button, you’ll be removed from the list.… Continue reading Security and Privacy Precautions When Forwarding Email