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This scam looks real!

Posted on January 8, 2019December 28, 2018 by cynmackley

We check out a scam that looks like the real thing. Learn what to watch out for.

Posted in Computer Terms, Cyn's Tech Tips, Security Help, Uncategorized, Using The InternetTagged norton, pop-ups, safety, scams, security, security scams, using the internet1 Comment

But seriously folks…

Posted on November 18, 2018October 29, 2018 by cynmackley

Why do people keep falling for these silly scams? I check out two new tricks that are not to be believed.

Posted in Computer Terms, Cyn's Tech Tips, Facebook, Quick Tips, Security Help, Smartphones, Smartphones, Social Media, UncategorizedTagged celebrity scams, coupon scams, facebook scams, safety, scams, securityLeave a comment

New ATM attacks steal your data

Posted on October 23, 2018October 4, 2018 by cynmackley

The scoop on some clever new ATM attacks and how you can protect yourself.

Posted in Cyn's Tech Tips, Security Help, UncategorizedTagged atm skimmer, banks, safety, security, wiretappingLeave a comment

Clear search history in Facebook mobile

Posted on May 16, 2018May 8, 2018 by cynmackley

Here's all you need to know to clear the search history from the Facebook mobile app.

Posted in Android, Facebook, Security Help, Smartphones, UncategorizedTagged browsing, clear search history, facebook, mobile app, safety, Search History, security, smartphoneLeave a comment

Can you really get help this way?

Posted on February 21, 2018March 20, 2022 by cynmackley

Can you really get help by pushing your iPhone button 5 times? Not always. We show you what you need to do.

Posted in iOS, Smartphones, UncategorizedTagged iphone, iphone sos, push button 5 times for sos, safety, security, smart phone, smartphoneLeave a comment

New Facebook features fight harassment

Posted on December 22, 2017December 22, 2017 by cynmackley

Facebook takes steps to protect users from harassment.

Posted in Facebook, In The News, Security Help, Smartphones, Social Media, UncategorizedTagged facebook, harassment, safety, social media, using the internetLeave a comment

Messenger for kids

Posted on December 6, 2017December 4, 2017 by cynmackley

Facebook has a new messenger app just for kids

Posted in Facebook, In The News, iOS, Social Media, UncategorizedTagged facebook, facebook for kids, Facebook Messenger, kids, message apps for kids, messenger kids, safety3 Comments

How can I avoid being taken advantage of?

Posted on October 13, 2017October 12, 2017 by cynmackley

With data breaches happening daily, how can consumers protect themselves?

Posted in Cloud Storage, Computer Terms, Security Help, UncategorizedTagged data breach, safety, security, two-factor authentication, VPNLeave a comment

Government demands iPhones turn on feature Apple says doesn’t exist

Posted on October 1, 2017September 29, 2017 by cynmackley

The government wants Apple to activate a feature that doesn't exist.

Posted in In The News, iOS, Smartphones, UncategorizedTagged apple, FM radio, ios, iphone, radio, safetyLeave a comment

How can I protect myself after Equifax hack?

Posted on September 27, 2017September 26, 2017 by cynmackley

If you're a victim of the Equifax hack, how can you protect yourself?

Posted in In The News, Security Help, UncategorizedTagged credit card, credit report, equifax, id theft, safety, security1 Comment

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