Weekly Security News Roundup w/e 3-31-2023

https://youtu.be/z24Zl1rjVsQ
This week’s important Security News gathered from many sources across the internet.
Links to the articles referenced in this video are part of the video show notes.

Avast Secure Browser – Saving/Exporting Passwords

  https://youtu.be/zF0tH6_m_ug

Saving or Exporting the Passwords saved in the Avast Secure Browser.

The video was created to answer a subscribers question.

More TikTok Suggested Stupidity

https://youtu.be/PlYLXKR9biY
If you haven’t tried TikTok these are just some of the reasons not to.
If you’re currently on Tick Tock, these are just some of the reasons to find a different app.
Thanks to Abby Ryan and Stacey Koziel for point this out in LifeSavvy
You’ll find their articles here: https://www.lifesavvy.com/

6 Tricks That Won’t Secure Your Wi-Fi (And 6 That Will)

https://youtu.be/w-jua3xi4H4
There are a lot of Wi-Fi security tips that don’t secure your Wi-Fi network against intrusion.
So, skip them and focus on the security-enhancing tips and tricks that do.
Thanks to Jason Fitzpatrick for his helpful article which prompted this video.
Please read his full article at: https://tinyurl.com/2ovgnb3m

Bard or Bing with ChatGPT – You be the Judge

I asked the following question of Google’s Bard
Can you give me a recap of the following YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@bob3160
Here’s the flattering but not very accurate answer I received:
The YouTube channel @bob3160 is a channel that creates videos about the history of science and technology.
The channel has over 200,000 subscribers and has been active since 2013. The channel’s videos are typically
well-researched and informative, and they often cover topics that are not well-known or that are not often
discussed in mainstream media.

Some of the topics that the channel has covered include:

The history of the internet
The history of computers
The history of space exploration
The history of artificial intelligence
The history of genetics
The channel’s videos are typically between 10 and 20 minutes long, and they often feature interviews with experts in the field.
The channel’s creator, Bob, is a passionate advocate for the history of science and technology, and he hopes that his videos will
help people learn more about the important discoveries and inventions that have shaped our world.

Here are some of the most popular videos on the channel:
The History of the Internet
The History of Computers
The History of Space Exploration
The History of Artificial Intelligence
The History of Genetics

I posed the same question to Bing Search with ChatGPT
That reply all though much shorter was spot on and correct in it’s reply.
Here’s the reply:
Based on web search results, the YouTube channel bob3160 belongs to Norbert Gostischa, who posts videos about cyber security,
computer tips, and other topics that he enjoys. He also hosts a weekly podcast called Cyber Security and More with Bob G,
where he summarizes the latest security news from various sources. He has over 2,000 subscribers and has been active since 2006.

Why Does White Noise Help Sleep, and Are There Other Noises?

https://youtu.be/fBkNnnD62Sc
Here’s what you need to know about the science behind white noise and its benefits for sleep.
My thanks to Anne Taylor for her article and the inspiration for this video.
Read her whole article on LifeSavvy at https://tinyurl.com/2ed8tj87

3-27-2023 Tech for Seniors – Episode 156

Today’s episode concludes three years of doing this show.
We covered the following topics during today’s show,
Avast Weekly Security News Roundup, A “ThankYou” to those attending
the show for the past 3 years, Mac Tips for Newbees to a Mac,
Part One of my trip to an Amazon Fulfillnent Center, The music tribute
was for Iranian/Canadian singer Ramin Karimloo.
The show ended with a Q&A session. Next week starts year #4.
For something that was only planned to last a few month till the pandemic ended,
it’s turned into a series enjoyed by many all over the world.
New attendees are always welcome.

Should You Put Denture Tablets in Your Coffee Maker

https://youtu.be/jGh5ZjMaQ74
Denture Tablets might be good for more than just cleaning your dentures.
My thanks to Stace Koziel for her article and the inspiration for this video.
Please read the entire article at: https://tinyurl.com/2g35m7ve

Instagram “Shein Gift Card Scam” – It can happen to YOU

In yesterday’s edition of the “Weekly Security News Roundup”
the section on the Must Read on the Avast Blog featured an article
by Luis Corrons who is a very knowledgeable Avast Security Evangelist on this very topic.
In this mornings Email, I receive this very well documented Scam email in my inbox.
Here are some of the screenshot I took to hopefully help you
be more aware that this could also be sent to you. Don’t Fall for the Scam.

You are a winner if you place this email in the SPAM Folder.
You are a looser if you click on thebutton.
Paying attention to great advice helps you be aware of the dangers.
Ultimately, it’s still up to you to follow that advice or not.
Stay safe. Dangers are all around us. Be aware and follow the advice offered.

Speed Tests Don’t Matter – Here’s What Does

https://youtu.be/8e8u2GSiMxs
Sure, a flashy test result is great. But it doesn’t matter that much. Here’s what does.
My thanks to Jason Fitzpatrick of How-To Geek for his article and the inspiration of this video. Read his full article here: https://tinyurl.com/2edwoyzs