personal data

  • Are you worried about someone stealing your mobile device?

    Are you worried about someone stealing your mobile device?

    If your smartphone or tablet were lost or stolen, which would concern you more: the cost of replacing the mobile device itself, or the value of the personal content–much of it irreplaceable–on the missing device? Most people still get smartphones on some sort of carrier-subsidized plan that makes them seem less expensive than they actually…

  • Malware, schmalware–You’re the biggest threat to yourself

    Malware, schmalware–You’re the biggest threat to yourself

      Viruses, worms, Trojans, botnets, and other malware are all constant threats facing you as you surf the Web and use your PC. The biggest threat, however, to the security of your PC and personal information is you. People have always been the weakest link in the security chain, and that problem is about to…

  • You Might Be Shocked To Learn How Much Your Old Car Knows About You

    You Might Be Shocked To Learn How Much Your Old Car Knows About You

    Have you sold a car, or traded one in recently? If that car was built in the last five or ten years, there’s a good chance it could contain sensitive, personal data that it’s new owner now has access to. Many newer vehicles have GPS navigation, mobile phone integration, and other features, which store a…