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The Checklist by SecureMac

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SecureMac presents The Checklist. Hosted by Ken Ray, each week The Checklist hits security topics for your Mac and iOS devices. From how-to's and safety tips, to security news of the day, The Checklist by SecureMac takes a conversational, solutions oriented approach to security for the average user. Check in each Thursday for a new Checklist!

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Checklist 035: More of Your Questions 04.05.2017 33:33

This week, we're answering five questions sent in by you (or people like you). Wanna be part of the Q&A show? Send in your Qs: Checklist@SecureMac.com And check out the notes from this week's show: SecureMac.com/Checklist

Checklist 034: Sharing Preferences 27.04.2017 26:29

Apple makes sharing from your Mac easy, but there are still some risks. We'll hit safe Sharing Preferences on this week's Checklist. Do you have a question or comment from us? Checklist@SecureMac.com And check out our Checklist show note: SecureMac.com/Checklist

Checklist 033: Forgotten Mac Password 20.04.2017 15:26

You have a good, strong, hard to guess password on your Mac. What do you do if you forget it? We hit that on this week's edition of The Checklist by SecureMac. Follow along with our show notes: SecureMac.com/Checklist And send us an email: Checklist@SecureMac.com

Checklist 032: Shadow Profiles 13.04.2017 20:36

What are shadow profiles? Where do they come from? What are they for? You may want to know since there is an overwhelming chance that you have one - even if you don't want it. Shadow Profiles on this edition of The Checklist by SecureMac. Be sure to check out our show notes: SecureMac.com/Checklist And drop us a line: Checklist@SecureMac.com

Checklist 031: Spring Cleaning Your Mac 06.04.2017 28:49

On today's Checklist: Spring cleaning for your Mac! We'll offer tips on why you should and make a few suggestions, including good applications and simple best practices. Find tips and links to apps in our show notes: SecureMac.com/Checklist And we'd love to hear from you! Checklist@SecureMac.com

Checklist 030: The Cloud 30.03.2017 20:35

The Cloud - Chances are you are already there. So, what is it? Why might I want my data there? What are some of the pitfalls? All of that, and a sad song story on today's Checklist! Got a comment? Send it: Checklist@SecureMac.com And check out our site! SecureMac.com/Checklist

Checklist 029: Secure Messaging Apps 23.03.2017 31:13

This week - Secure Messaging Apps for iOS: Who needs them and why? And how do you choose the proper app? We'll hit those questions and five applications on this week's episode of The Checklist. Be sure to check our show notes: SecureMac.com/Checklist And drop us a line: Checklist@SecureMac.com

Checklist 028: Avoiding Malware 16.03.2017 24:35

How do you avoid malware? One of the easiest ways is knowing where malware lurks. We look at that on this edition of The Checklist by SecureMac. Be sure to check out this episode's show notes: SecureMac.com/Checklist Get in touch with us: CHecklist@SecureMac.com

Checklist 027: When You Think Your Mac's Infected 09.03.2017 26:53

This week on The Checklist - Steps to take when you think your Mac is infected with malware. Be sure to check the Checklist show notes: Securemac.com/Checklist And send us your comments: Checklist@SecureMac.com

Checklist 026: Recent Mac Malware 02.03.2017 34:31

The first two months of 2017 have been busy for malware. Today, we look at five new threats and ways to protect yourself. Check it all out in our show notes: SecureMac.com/Checklist And send us an email: Checklist@SecureMac.com

Checklist 025: Making Macs Safe for Kids 23.02.2017 23:04

From giving kids their own accounts to managing apps and screen time, Apple has built a lot of parental controls into macOS. We will hit five today in an effort to keep your kids safe. Be sure to check out the show notes: SecureMac.com/Checklist Got something to say? Let us have it: Checklist@SecureMac.com

Checklist 024: iPhones and Kids 16.02.2017 27:36

This week on the Checklist: - Protecting your kid's iPhone - Protecting your kids with iPhone - Protecting yourself from your kid's iPhone Be sure to check out our show notes: SecureMac.com/Checklist And send us an email: Checklist@SecureMac.com

Checklist 023: Running Secure Backups 09.02.2017 26:27

Secure backups are not just about backups. Passwords... redundancy... encryption... redundancy... there are many steps to keeping your data safe. Like redundancy. We'll cover five items around protecting your data with secure backups. Check out our show notes: Securemac.com/Checklist And send us an email: Checklist@SecureMac.com

Checklist 022: Tor and the Dark Web 02.02.2017 26:18

This week: Nicholas, Nicholas, and Ken talk Tor and the Dark Web - the good, the bad, what to use, and what to avoid. Check out our show notes for more: SecureMac.com/Checklist And send us an email: Checklist@SecureMac.com

Checklist 021: Must Have Security Apps 26.01.2017 24:04

On this week's Checklist: Must Have Security Apps Check out the list and why these apps are "must haves" on this show's website: SecureMac.com/Checklist Do you have a message for us? Send it out way: Checklist@SecureMac.com

Checklist 020: Physical Data Security 19.01.2017 28:46

On today's Checklist: Five physical things you can do to protect your data. Plus, a bonus thing you can do! Show notes available at SecureMac.com/Checklist And you can email us: Checklist@SecureMac.com

Checklist 019: VPNs 12.01.2017 19:49

This week, Nick, Nick, and Ken talk over VPNs - What they are, why it is good to use them, and how to get them going on Mac and iOS devices. Be sure to check out the show notes: SecureMac.com/Checklist And drop us a line: checklist@securemac.com

Checklist 018: iOS Security Year in Review 05.01.2017 28:08

This week, Nick, Nick, and Ken review some of the top iOS security stories of 2016. Be sure to check out the show's site: SecureMac.com/checklist And get in touch with us: Checklist@SecureMac.com

Checklist 017: Security Year in Review 29.12.2016 26:03

This week, Nick, Nick and Ken review some of the top Apple security stories of 2016. Be sure to check out the show's site: SecureMac.com/checklist And get in touch with us: Checklist@SecureMac.com

Checklist 016: Five Ways Websites Track You 22.12.2016 29:20

On Checklist 016 - Five ways websites track you Check the show notes on our site: SecureMac.com/Checklist Get in tough with us: Checklist@SecureMac.com

Checklist 015: The Muni Hack 15.12.2016 31:04

This week, a look at the SF MUNI hack. Not only was a public transportation system for a major city hacked, the hacker who hacked it was hacked as well. And it all could have been avoided with some of the best practices covered here each week on The Checklist. Get in touch with us: checklist@securemac.com And visit the show's site: SecureMac.com/Checklist

Checklist 014 - Five Tips for Secure Browsing 08.12.2016 30:23

On the Checklist: Five Tips for Secure Browsing Read more on the show's site: SecureMac.com/checklist And send us an email: checklist@securemac.com

Checklist 013: Five Security Questions 01.12.2016 24:12

This week, we are answering listener questions covering: iCloud Calendar Spam Anti-Malware Software for Macs iCloud Security Routers, switches, and modems Online banking Get your questions in for the next Q&A: checklist@securemac.com And check out the Checklist site: SecureMac.com/Checklist

Checklist 012: Safe Shopping Online 23.11.2016 22:33

On the Checklist: Safe Shopping Online Read more on the show's site: SecureMac.com/checklist And send us an email: checklist@securemac.com

Checklist 011: Safe Digital Travels 17.11.2016 21:43

On the Checklist: Safe Digital Travels Read more on the show's site: SecureMac.com/checklist And send us an email: checklist@securemac.com