Using your birth date in apps and websites

A lot of websites we use or the apps we download on our phone, tablet, computer, video game consoles, streaming media player, etc. ask for our birthday.  With the rate at which apps and websites have security issues, think about the risk vs. reward when providing your birthday to them.

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Safe internet habits: practice safe searching

Studies have documented how dangerous internet searches can be.  Naturally the list of the most dangerous search terms change a bit every year, but there are certain search terms that always make the list and some put you at a greater risk than others.  We will discuss which search terms are among the most dangerous while learning some steps you can take to reduce your risk of stumbling on to a malicious website or downloading malicious software.

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