If you’re one of the millions of people roaming the streets playing Pokemon Go on your smartphone…first of all don’t forget to look up and watch where you’re walking (and don’t play while driving)…and secondly you may like to make sure the game won’t blow out your monthly data allowance. While the App is great at getting people out[Read More…]
When is a computer error message not a computer error? When it’s a scam. Recently I received a message from Natalie who’s had an error message ( specifically error code RNN8792 )popup up on her Mac that instructed her to call a 1800 number to have an urgent computer problem fixed. She called the number, handed over credit card details[Read More…]
Does your child use a mobile phone or tablet? If so how do you now that they are only using it when they are supposed to…and are only accessing appropriate content? Perth company Systemic developed the Curbi App to help parents take control. I spoke with Systemic product director Justin Magraith about the need for such an app – Listen below. Get more[Read More…]
Protecting your kids from the nasty side of the internet should start with a conversation, setting rules, taking appropriate use and encouraging them to come to you when they see something that’s not right…but there’s also some great tools to support your efforts. A great one for Windows PC users is Microsoft Family. It gives parents the ability to[Read More…]
If you’re about to buy a new laptop here are a few add-ons you shouldn’t forget. Firstly a case to carry it in…specifically one that will offer some protection from minor bumps and scratches. Prices vary from around 30 dollars to something more bullet proof at over $100. Next up, for the inside of your computer, Internet Security software but[Read More…]
