Recent and relevant news items that require more than just a headline glance.
Privacy is a fundamental human right that has been at the heart of many debates and discussions in today’s digital age. With the rapid advancement of technology, we have become increasingly connected to the internet, devices and platforms, making it easier for businesses and governments to gather and use our data. As a result, it…
As the threat of deepfake technology continues to grow, experts are working tirelessly to develop methods and techniques to detect and expose manipulated media. In this blog post, we will explore some of the approaches that experts employ to identify deepfakes. You don’t need to be an expert to spot them. By understanding these methods,…
Algorithms are a fundamental concept in computer science and mathematics. They serve as a step-by-step procedure or a set of instructions designed to solve a specific problem or achieve a particular goal. While they may seem abstract, algorithms are pervasive in our daily lives, often working behind the scenes to optimize processes and enhance efficiency….
In our increasingly digital world, the need to prioritize online safety and combat harmful content is getting more important all the time. One remarkable technology that plays a crucial role in this endeavor is PhotoDNA. While you may not be a technology expert, I’ll try to provide an accessible introduction to PhotoDNA and its significance…
In an increasingly connected world, securing your network is paramount, even if you consider yourself a non-tech-savvy individual. It’s easy to fall into the trap of thinking, “There’s nothing on my network anyone would want,” but this notion overlooks the potential risks and consequences that can arise from an unprotected network. In this blog post,…
If you’ve been following the tech world lately, you’ve undoubtedly heard a lot of buzz around blockchain, and it’s probably been mostly connected to Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies. But what exactly is it and why is it so important? Today, I’ll break down everything you need to know about blockchain technology in an easy-to-understand way….
PHISHING is an attempt to get you to give up some of your login credentials. Most commonly, these attempts will come to your email inbox, and some of them are quite convincing. Recently I received one that my email account correctly identified as spam, but it was so well crafted that I thought it provided…
Last fall, I had to create a PowerPoint presentation for a Communications class. I was overall pleased with the result, and I made an excellent grade on it. I’ve exported it as a video so everyone can see the process and put it to use. In the video I mentioned password managers. I haven’t left…
In The Beginning Life used to be so easy. We drove to the bank, handed our deposits to the teller, chatted pleasantly as the teller conducted our business, then went on our way. We’d go to a shop, select our purchases, hand the cashier a check or some cash, receive our change and receipt, and…
WHAT IS A SOLID-STATE DRIVE? In order to get a handle on what a Solid-State Drive is, we need to sort of understand what the term “solid state” means. In short, when we say “solid state,” we mean electronic circuitry that is built entirely of semiconductors. It may help to understand what NOT “solid state”…