Security is about staying out of harm to a reasonable degree. Absolute security exists only when the object is unplugged or no longer.
Your DNS server is the gateway to your online life, including your security and privacy. Here’s how you can take a bit more control of it.
Many of you have asked me for recommendations on a Wi-Fi router (or mesh system) with “excellent Parental Control.” This is tricky because I don’t use this feature—and I’m a dad of three. If you pay attention, you’ll note that even the best Parental Control feature is not as effective …
In recent years, I’ve received a lot of questions about the Guest Wi-Fi SSID (network name), including the catch-all recommendation of using Internet of Things devices with one. Interestingly, most of these questions are not about setting up this type of wireless network but rather the fact many devices don’t …
You’ll learn in this post how to keep your data safe from accidental or malicious deletion or alteration, such as being encrypted by ransomware. There are many ways to get this done, but Synology’s Snapshot is among the easiest and most effective. That said, this applies only to those with …
I often get questions concerning online safety. They can be broad, along the lines of “how to protect my computer from online threats” or “how to stay safe in this age of misinformation.” And then, some wonder if Wi-Fi harms one’s health. While Wi-Fi and online media are unrelated at …
Among the things I “love” about driving a Tesla, its Safety features—Sentry vs. Dashcam—rank right below the notorious Autopilot. I like the former enough to opt for the $9.99/month of Tesla Premium connection, although I had already successfully hooked the car to Comcast’s xfinitywifi public Wi-Fi network. If you wonder …
This post will explain NAS security—you’ll know when to worry and when not to—and offer tips on securing your server’s data against hacking attempts and accidental or malicious deletion/alteration. This applies to those with a NAS server. So, get yourself one if you haven’t. I’d recommend a Synology. I used …
