Tom Cruise Is in Every Starbucks
With just a few days before Christmas, we discuss how to safely shop online in the holiday season and all year round. We also talk about a recent Apple firmware update for AirPort base stations, one t...
20 Des 201730min
This Is Potemkin Security
Apple discovered an embarrassing bug on December 2, and had to rush out a hurried update to fix it. We discuss this, look at the best way to back up iOS devices, and explain a change that Apple has ma...
13 Des 201728min
I Have Root
We discuss the recent serious vulnerability that affects macOS High Sierra, which prompted Apple to rush out a security update. We explain what this means, and how important it is to keep your Mac up ...
6 Des 201727min
Tom Cruise Is in the Row Behind You
We look at a fake antivirus blog that's distributing malware, and we discuss why you need to protect your Mac when you're at the coffee machine. Because Tom Cruise might be lurking near your Mac. Wa...
29 Nov 201729min
Episode 6: Passwords Are Hard (correcthorsebatterystaple)
Kirk and Josh talk take a close look at passwords, how to create secure passwords, and what types of passwords to avoid. Episode 5: Two-Factor Authentication; Should You Be Worried about Bitcoin? h...
22 Nov 201732min
Two-Factor Authentication; Should You Be Worried about Bitcoin?
Kirk and Josh talk explain what two-factor authentication is and why you should use it, then discuss Bitcoin, and explain how some apps and websites hijack your processor to make (virtual) money. T...
15 Nov 201732min
iOS Apps and Privacy; Amazon Wants to Open Your Front Door
Kirk and Josh talk discuss recent issues around apps having access to your iPhone's or iPad's camera all the time. They then wonder if they'd let Amazon go into their homes when no one's there to drop...
8 Nov 201728min
New Mac Malware, and Apple's New APFS File System
Kirk McElhearn and Josh Long talk about the latest Mac malware and threats, and look at Apple's new APFS file system, and what you need to know as you upgrade to macOS High Sierra. KRACK and the sta...
1 Nov 201725min
