Wanderlust and a desire to turn our kids into global citizens has me planning getaways to far off places in my head. Gorgeous travel photos from glossy tour company brochures and magazines don’t show the seedier of side of what can happen when travel at home or abroad. A worry-free vacation can turn into a…
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Protecting Macs from Viruses
If you’re a Mac owner and have always believed that your computer wasn’t susceptible to malware like PCs, last week’s Flashback virus served as a wakeup call that all computers are susceptible. Hackers, spammers, and scammers are smart. They’re always trying to stay ahead of us by developing ways to compromise the information stored on…
Protecting Yourself from Identity Theft
I’m a little obsessive when it comes to online privacy and ensuring the security of my personal information. Despite my reliance on the connected and mobile world where finances are handled online, I never want to jeopardize sensitive data whether banking, online shopping, or connecting through my social networks. Identity theft is even more common…
Spring Cleaning Binge on Parents.com
The spring cleaning bug has hit me hard. While I declutter throughout the year, there’s nothing like a good purge! A couple weeks ago I went through stacks and stacks of boxes left over from my days as a classroom teacher to create a more work-friendly environment for my husband’s at-home office. Then I took…
AVG Anti-Virus 2012: Essential Protection for Your PC
Having worked for antivirus software companies, I used to receive my fair share of calls, emails, and texts from friends whose computers were crawling along, headed for a crash and the blue screen of death because they weren’t running antivirus protection. Viruses aren’t a joke. They result in sluggish computers, stolen identities, rampant malware, and…
Kids Online Behavior & Safety: Recent Stats and More Resources
I’m passionate about educating families to keep kids safe online and developing awareness about potential risks of having kids on the internet because the online landscape is constantly changing. We know that the internet is a treasure trove of educational activities, helpful online communities, our go-to for information, but also poses real risks that can…
US Military Creating Good Viruses to Prevent Cyberattacks
When we refer to viruses, they generally come with a negative connotation of causing harm but have you ever thought of them as a method of protection? While cybercriminals are always trying to work their way into our home systems, governments are working to guard against attacks on government-run computing systems as part of cyberterrorism. Last…
ChicaPC-Shield Catches Rampant Malware to Keep Your Computer Running Smoothly (w. giveaway)
Just as a cluttered desk can hamper productivity, a computer containing hidden software can halt productivity. Such software is often called malware and comes in the form of Trojan horses, viruses, worms, and spyware. These pieces of software are created with the sole intent of damaging your computer and are at work while you are…
