Scientists have researched for years the mismatch of results originating from interviews and surveys, and the actual behavior of people. Something tends to be wrong with the results, although respondents feel they have given accurate answers. This phenomenon is surprisingly evident with cyber related matters such as privacy and security.… Read >
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What is the difference between metaverse and fediverse?
The universe is an extremely large and extremely complex entity, but new technology concepts metaverse and fediverse are rather complex as well. Metaverse and fediverse are so different concepts that it may not even be reasonable to compare them, but the comparison may help us understand what they are and … Read >
Never share this information about yourself on social media, a former con artist advises
Frank Abagnale, whose successful career as a scammer was depicted in a movie Catch Me If You Can has some solid advice for all of us who like to share information about our lives on social media. The first point Abagnale makes is that he doesn’t post anything on social … Read >
One specific activity dominates the internet minute in 2019
It is pretty amazing what happens on the internet during 60 seconds. One might think that since almost everyone hangs out at Facebook and believes the Google search box is the gateway to online services that these two would be the most popular destinations. That’s not the case. Email and … Read >
Facebook, Fortnite and Snapchat have something in common
There can only be one Facebook. It was our conclusion when we recorded a podcast about five years ago. Since practically everyone is on Facebook, it is expected that you are there as well. Any competing social network will have to attract so many members that it creates the feeling … Read >
What to do when your Google+ account is going away
A letter from hell, or a message to be completely ignored. Google+ evoked strong feelings among its users. Some people were passionate about Google’s social media service because they had found their community, and loved the platform’s remarkable functionality. Others were too busy posting dog photos and liking them in … Read >
Popular travel booking apps tell Facebook where, when and how you travel
A few friends have asked me is it possible that Facebook is listening to their phone calls or intercepting their online communications because it mysteriously seems to know all their travel plans. Well, I didn’t take it seriously until now. A research organization has published a study that shows how … Read >
Facebook unveils smart displays, promises not to snoop on your video calls
From: Ars Technica
Just as Amazon’s newest Echo Show comes out, Facebook enters the smart display space with two devices of its own. The company announced the Portal and Portal+ smart displays today, both of which are voice-controlled speakers with touchscreens that focus on video chatting with Facebook Messenger.
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Goodbye, Google, your services are frustrating and useless for travelers
Sure, we know how Google and Facebook are tracking every move we make on the internet. Many privacy conscious internet users and business people use tools that prevent this data collection. Fortunately, there is an app for that. But what if Google completely prevents you accessing your account when … Read >
Life after GDPR: the impact on web sites
It is one month since the day when the regulation known as GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) came into effect in European Union. It affects everyone who wants to provide services or information to users who are accessing the internet in an EU country.
At the same time as the … Read >