It’s no secret that technology has become an integral part of society. With the start of a new school year, it seems that new apps are making the rounds. Between smartphones, their apps, social media, and everything in between, it can be hard to keep up with the latest fad and know how to stay [ Read More ]
Archive for August, 2017
What Parents need to know about Sarahah and Yellow Apps
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K-12 Cyber Tips For Privacy And Security For Back To School
Comments Off on K-12 Cyber Tips For Privacy And Security For Back To SchoolStudents in grades K-12 across the country have already started heading back to school. It seems like summer is never long enough for students and never short enough for parents. While the students were out there’s a good chance their school got a technology make over, after all, many teachers, principals and technology directors spent [ Read More ]
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New Malware Steals Your Credit Card Info via Text
Comments Off on New Malware Steals Your Credit Card Info via TextBe careful about receiving a SMS message asking you to download files or pictures. It’s wise not to enter your credit card details into shady-looking apps and websites if you don’t want your details stolen. But sometimes, not even the apps you know and trust are safe. Read more…
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Snapchat Location Features Could Pinpoint Children, Teens
Comments Off on Snapchat Location Features Could Pinpoint Children, TeensSnapchat’s newest feature could inadvertently share your loved one’s location. Social media is the way Rio Grande Valley resident Dina Sierra said she connects with her 16-year-old daughter. “I like making sure of what she posts because everybody does see everything that goes on there. So, it’s important to make sure what’s being posted out,” [ Read More ]
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The ‘Yellow’ App that Targets Pre-Teens
Comments Off on The ‘Yellow’ App that Targets Pre-TeensA new smartphone app that specifically targets pre-teens and teens is causing police departments around the country a lot of concern. The app is called “Yellow”. It’s connected to Snapchat and it’s becoming very popular with kids. But officials say there’s no age verification for the app, and that means anyone any age can use [ Read More ]
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