BIG Government, Edward Snowden & internet privacy. Ladar Levison of Lavabit

 The US Federal Governmet has been in a bit of hot water lately for privacy rights infringement of both its citizens as well as foreign allies. Edward Snowden brought much of these controversial policies of the NSA and US Government to light. Whether you support or condemn his actions, it goes without saying that what he did will have long term repercussions. One related story connected to...

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Google implements controversial EVERYONE opted IN ad endorsement program.

You may have heard about the recent controversy over Google's ad endorsement program. Basically, anyone with a Google account can be used in their ads without permission by default. It can include you (your image, name & information) in ads across the web, saying you like or 'endorse' a product. This comes from data Google has from products you may have liked in the past such as a movie or...

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Internet 'Sextortion' - How to prevent being recorded online without your knowledge.

September 29th, 2013 This is a sensitive topic I think needs to be talked about. Laptop webcam The arrest of Jarred Abraham (link) is a BIG +1 in the fight to protect people's privacy in this world of advanced tech being in the hands of everyday people. It's unfortunate that it took a high profile person like Miss Teen to bring it into the national spotlight. I for one commend her...

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Stop the Facebook Feed MADNESS!!

August 28, 2013 Ever wondered how in the heck your Facebook feed is piled with things that are of no interest to you? Who are these people anyway? Well, to avoid the drama and hurt feelings of unfriending people....(dun dunn dunnnnnnn) you are only mildly connected to, you can organize your facebook friends. The important ones will display the things you want to see in your feed and the...

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TWIT Television (Podcast) Network

Leo Laporte runs a great tech television station that you can watch on your smartphone, tablet, computer or TV. They have shows 7 days a week including This Week in Tech,Tech News Today, Before you Buy, Mac Break weekly, iPad Today, All About Android and more. He also video casts his syndicated weekly radio show The Tech Guy on there. You can find the show here on the web. TWiT Network: http://www.twit.tv Live...

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