Cyber Security and More with Bob G

Video - https://youtu.be/eVwJglJh-50 Life online can be tricky. We have access to basically all the information in the world, right in our pockets. But while that’s arguably the most incredible thing that’s ever happened to humanity, it’s also really overwhelming! Studies have shown that there’s a clear link between time spent online and negative mental health outcomes. And yet it’s still so hard...

Video - https://youtu.be/RtjFODhSxtc Security-related news thanks mostly to Avast Software. https://www.avast.com/en-us/index#pc   I'm just a messenger. They do most of the challenging research. Links to the articles referenced in this video are part of the show notes.

Video - https://youtu.be/PhBREsQCbDs There’s nothing better than knowing that your valuable electronics are safe.  And surge protectors give you that peace of mind for a very low price— but only if you replace them every few years.  Be sure to read the detailed article by Andrew Heinzman  at Reviewgeek at the following link: https://bit.ly/3aYpsEy

Video - https://youtu.be/5tzBokTALe0 Security-related news thanks mostly to Avast Software. https://www.avast.com/en-us/index#pc   I'm just a messenger. They do most of the challenging research.  Links to the articles referenced in this video are part of the show notes.

Video - https://youtu.be/SB7zGA9p58c Sometimes it's nice to view your cam on the big screen,  not just on your cell phone. This shows you how to set it up.   https://view.wyze.com/signin?callbackUrl=https://view.wyze.com/live Please don't forget to like, share, subscribe, and write a comment.

Video - https://youtu.be/T72Hxm4h_ak The worst part is updating all your devices with the new  Wi-Fi name and password. That is unless you do the smart thing  and reuse your SSID and Password. See Reviewgeek for the full article on this topic:  https://bit.ly/3Px62W4

Video - https://youtu.be/s6_OXSYCvJY Security-related news thanks mostly to Avast Software. https://www.avast.com/en-us/index#pc   I'm just a messenger. They do most of the challenging research. Links to the articles referenced in this video are part of the YouTube show notes.

Video - https://youtu.be/SUqis7arqBY After several years of work, the Bluetooth Special Interests Group (SIG) says that it’s finalized Bluetooth LE Audio. This is a major upgrade for Bluetooth audio that adds a slew of new features, including a simple solution to whole-home audio. See Reviewgeek and the Verge for more details. https://bit.ly/3z6WjjT - https://bit.ly/3Pumuq8

Video - https://youtu.be/p9rQHxstNv4 Security-related news thanks mostly to Avast Software. https://www.avast.com/en-us/index#pc   I'm just a messenger. They do most of the challenging research. Links to the articles referenced in this video are part of the show notes. 

Video - https://youtu.be/zKjaB8iX-NQ The simple answer is NO and here is why. Thanks to How-to Geek for their excellent article on this topic, https://bit.ly/3Im0Xxx

Video - https://youtu.be/FkWLsid4F4c Follow these tips to recognize and avoid both Durable Medical Equipment (DME) fraud and Medical identity theft. Read Grace Macej comprehensive article on this topic. https://blog.avast.com/medical-scams

Video - https://youtu.be/fIDX8xcDpgA Security-related news thanks mostly to Avast Software.  I'm just a messenger. They do most of the challenging research.  https://www.avast.com/en-us/index#pc

Video - https://youtu.be/KMFa_1_4eTU When you get to a website and are greeted with a Cookie Banner,  here's the right action to take and it is NOT - Accept All.

Video - https://youtu.be/-0_ID8fJ_9M There are Modems. There are Routers. There are also Modem/Router combos. Modems and Modem/Router combos occasionally need some attention.  Follow this advice to keep your internet humming and your Modem safe  and secure for some time into the future.

Video - https://youtu.be/k4Ds2nVcqZs As the Avast team spent more time in the community, observing their behavior and vocabulary,  they realized something surprising: most of the members were minors between the ages of 11 and 16. To read more on this topic please see the full article by Emma McGowan at the link listed: https://bit.ly/3A9cEFD If you have children or grandchildren, please keep...

Video - https://youtu.be/Nziyr3rtnG0 Security-related news thanks mostly to Avast Software.  I'm just a messenger. They do most of the challenging work and research.  https://www.avast.com/en-us/index#pc

Video - https://youtu.be/7D-ZKlMJUes Vishing scams can come in many forms, but they generally involve two vectors that both aim at getting you to hand over your information. To find out what Interpol is doing about this problem, look at GRACE MACEJ’s excellent article at the following link: https://blog.avast.com/vishing-scams

Video - https://youtu.be/Bdka5lNq_0c As explained by Microsoft, the new Defender tool isn’t a replacement for your existing antivirus software.  For me, that protection has come from Avast since 2003. If you already have a Microsoft 365 membership, or are thinking about purchasing a membership, this may offer you some additional protection at no additional cost. Thanks to Microsoft and an art...

Video - https://youtu.be/Ra8CmyvZV8c The electric vehicle market has been on a roll lately and showing no signs of slowing down.  We have stunning cars and rugged electric trucks. While most EVs are stylish, fast, powerful, and offer the latest luxury features, it’s not all good news. My thanks to Cory Gunther for the excellent article in Reviewgeek on this topic. You’ll find the whole articl...

Video - https://youtu.be/Q8BQccCX2ts These scams can come by email, text, or regular mail – here’s how to identify them. Thanks to Grace Macej for her excellent article. https://blog.avast.com/author/grace-macej

Video - https://youtu.be/PqG9ZRxAVAo Security-related news thanks mostly to Avast Software.  I'm just a messenger. They do most of the challenging work and research. https://www.avast.com/en-us/index#pc

Video - https://youtu.be/-P-VdJK-uXc Security-related news thanks mostly to Avast Software.  I'm just a messenger. They do most of the challenging work and research.  https://www.avast.com/en-us/index#pc

Video - https://youtu.be/5mk1n73d-fg Security-related news thanks mostly to Avast Software. I'm just a messenger.  They do most of the challenging work and research.   https://www.avast.com/en-us/index#pc

Video - https://youtu.be/czd9tc_yDS8 When the temperature gets low enough, the electrolyte fluid inside an EV’s lithium-ion battery pack becomes more viscous, which slows down the chemical reactions responsible for the transfer of electrons. https://www.howtogeek.com/804709/cold-weather-electric-car-battery/

Video - https://youtu.be/S172eftrSNE This was the headline at the Google Workspace Blog. "Bringing Google Meet features to Google Duo for a single,  integrated video solution." https://workspaceupdates.googleblog.com/2022/06/google-duo-update.html