Coronavirus and the comeback of the old-fashioned phone call
Humans are social creatures, and we're all missing in-person connection. Texts and emails just don't cut it during this time of isolation. We're turning to our smartphones for, you guessed it, making ...
10 Apr 20202min
YouTube and the 5G coronavirus rumor
YouTube is full of garbage. Sure, there are helpful videos, too, but there's no denying the trash you can find. The latest conspiracy theory spreading on the video site is getting lots of attention — ...
9 Apr 20201min
Even major news outlets fooled by fake coronavirus posts
Social media is loaded with videos of those who are sick, those who have lost loved ones and hopeless medical professionals. One in particular, a real heartbreaker, caught the attention of CBS Sunday ...
8 Apr 20201min
The astronomical increase in spam
Statistics surround the coronavirus pandemic — from growing infection numbers to the time we're all spending online. Everything from streaming to cybercrime is through the roof, and spam is no excepti...
7 Apr 20202min
Coronavirus conspiracy theories on social media
In times of crisis, we're all searching for reliable information. My advice: Steer clear of, well, most of social media. Here are some of the bizarre conspiracy theories nuts are spouting off right no...
6 Apr 20202min
Working from home? Avoid unsafe electrical setups
At work, your office has all the outlets you could need. At home? Well, that's not the case for many of us. If you're working from home, don't miss this warning. Learn more about your ad choices. Visi...
3 Apr 20202min
What you need to know about 'Zoombombing'
College classes, companies, churches and friend groups are turning to Zoom to stay in contact during pandemic. It makes connecting with others easy — but if you skip a few key steps, you're opening yo...
2 Apr 20201min
How to have a virtual dinner party and maintain social distance
Cities are on lockdown and we have to keep our distance. Inviting friends over is out of the question. That doesn't mean a dinner party is off the table, though. Here's how I plan to host a virtual ge...
1 Apr 20201min
