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The ConnectSafely Report with Larry Magid
A twice-weekly report from ConnectSafely in partnership with CBS News Radio, produced by the nonprofit internet safety organization, ConnectSafely.org and hosted by former CBS News Technology Analyst Larry Magid. The report will cover a wide range of topics including security and scams, cyberbullying, election security meddling and social media.
Episodes
- The ConnectSafely Report with Larry Magid
VR harrassment
A British woman said that her VR avatar was sexually harassed by a group of male avatars. VR expert Britan Heller weighs in
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Talk with your kids about social media but be respectful
As part of our Safer Internet Day program, ConnectSafely CEO and Youth Advisor Trisha Prabhu talked with author and Cultures of Dignity founder Rosalin Wiseman.
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Virtual Safer Internet Day Program provide expert advice
This year's Safer Internet Day is online with interviews from leading experts along with safety executives from the companies that makes the apps that kids use.
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Safer Internet Day encourages conversations
Tuesday is Safer Internet Day but this year it's an entire week. ConnectSafely's education director, Kerry Gallagher explains that the goal is to encourage…
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Fitness devices are not medical devices but they're starting to act like them
Smartwatches and other fitness devices are starting to provide medical information but it's not always accurate and you shouldn't act on it without consulting…
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Dealing with COVID-related stress
The Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence has advice for both adults and kids dealing with stress from a return to online work or learning and other COVID…
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ADL: Social media amplifies hate speech & extremism that led to January 6th
Oren Segal who runs the ADL's Center on Extremism, says that social media is amplifying the type of hate speech and extremism that led to the January 6th…
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How to speak with kids about January 6th
Expert advises parents to focus on children's feelings -- not their own -- when talking to kids about the events of last January 6th.
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Facebook blamed for allowing posts encouraging election denial and violence
An analysis by the Washington Post and Pro-Publica found 650,000 posts that denied the legitimacy of President Biden's election including some that advocated…
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Top data breaches of 2021
Security Magazine is out with its top 10 data breaches of 2021 and there are some whoppers
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Making New Years resolutions on how you behave online
If you're going to make some New Years resolutions, consider some on how you treat yourself and others online.
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How parents can enable their pre-teens to use social media without breaking the rules
ConnectSafely education director, Kerry Gallagher, has advice for parents wishing to help their pre-teen get on social media without lying about their age.
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Ways to increase your privacy when searching online
Google isn't the only search engine. DuckDuck Go says it doesn't collect any personal information. Other tools include in-private or incognito browsing or…
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Combating hurtful online rumors
t can be very hurtful to be a victim of an online rumor, but there are ways to help cope, said ReThink app creator and ConnectSafely contributor Trisha Prabhu.
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Parental controls for TV and online video services
Most cable, satellite and online video services offer some type of parental controls that parents can use to customize what content their children can and…
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Senators call for legislation while head of Instagram proposes an industry standards body
During a senate hearing, the head of Instagram responded to calls for legislation with a proposal for an industry standards body
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Technology to help care for elderly loved ones
Amazon is jumping into the elder-care market with products to enable people to monitor and assist elderly loved-ones. A new service, called Alexa Together…
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Talk with the teacher before you react to reports about controversial school subjects
There is a lot of news coverage about what schools are teaching but sometimes its not based on what they are actually teaching. If you're concerned, talk with…
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Be careful before donating online to charities
December is a time for giving but it's also a time for scamming. Be careful before responding to an online charitable donation request
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Physical well-being and digital well-being are not mutually exclusive
Physical well-being and digital well-being are not mutually exclusive
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Adults can be role models when it comes to authenticity
Parents often complain about how teens are posing in ways that are inauthentic, but sometimes adults are guilty of that as well.
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Memes of mom's drinking wine to cope with their kids may be funny but what happens if your kid sees it later on?
Those memes of mom's drinking wine to cope with their kids may be funny but what happens if your kid sees it later on?
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Computing Has Gone Full Circle, and It’s Time to Go Back a Bit
Computing Has Gone Full Circle, and It’s Time to Go Back a Bit
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You can request Google to remove links to images of kids
A new Google policy allows kids and parents to request removing of images of minors from Google search.
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That Facebook angry emoji leads to discontent
Newly released documents show that clicking on Facebook's angry emoji emoji increases the visibility of controversial content.
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Tips for Cybersecurity Awareness Month
October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month and here are some basic tips to keep you safe
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Avoiding Zoom Fatigue
Zoom fatigue is real and can cause anxiety and other symptoms.
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Keeping your operating systems up-to-date
Why Tuesday is an important day of the week for Windows users and why you should keep your operating systems up-to-date
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Facebook's moderators can't please everyone
There's been a lot of criticism over the way Facebook moderates content. And while some claim it's "profits over people," decisions are often based on trying…
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New law makes it easier to cancel online subscriptions
AB 390 makes it easier to cancel online subscriptions before they start charging you. While it's a California law, it will likely impact consumers in other…
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Is Facebook's Instagram like big tobacco or more like chocolate?
As a whistleblower reported, Facebook knew about an internal study that about a third of teen girls had negative body images from Instagram. But other research…
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Our algorithm overlords
Algorithms have a big impact on what we see online and how many of us behave. They run on computers, but they are controlled by humans who should be held…
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Be careful with email
It's easy to accidentally send an email to the wrong person, which can lead to an embarrassing situation.
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How to at least try to prevent revenge porn
Sending out an intimate picture without permission is a betrayal and while you may not be able to prevent it, there are steps you can take to reduce its impact.
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iPhone apps track you despite Apple's pledge
Apple gives users the power to prevent apps from tracking you. But the Washington Post says that some do so anyway
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Be an upstander not a bystander
Rethink app creator and ConnectSafely contributor Trishia Prabhu explains why it's important for so-called bystanders to take action against bullying and…
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Instagram and teen mental health
The Wall Street Journal reports that one in three teenage girls has body image issues that are made worse by Instagram. We speak with experts who explain the…
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Saving your COVID-19 vaccine record to your smartphone
There are several ways to save proof of COVID-19 vaccination to your smartphone, with some that are easier than others.
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A Finsta is a 'fake Instagram account," but it's not usually a bad thing
Many young people have two Instagram accounts. One is where they post things they want the world to see. Another is for close friends only and not so carefully…
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TikTok helps teens get better sleep
TikTok will be suppressing notifications for teens at bedtime, helping them get through the night without distractions. It also offers a way for parents to…
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Apple is right to scan for child sex abuse material
Apple is doing the right thing by scanning uploads to iCloud for child sex abuse material (child porn) even though some privacy advocates are concerned
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Conversations are parents' best tool online safety
There are plenty of parental control tools but your best bet -- says an expert who is just past her own teen years -- is talking with your kids.
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Online dating advice
Despite the Delta variant, many people are again using online dating services. They can be great as long as you follow some basic safety advice.
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New TikTok series & blog for online teens
AskTrish is a new TikTok series and blog that answers questions from teens on all aspects of digital safety
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iOS flaw reminds us it's essential to keep operating systems up to date
A recently discovered flaw in Apple’s operating system for iPhones and iPads, is an urgent reminder of why it’s essential to keep your devices’ operating…
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Scammy apps in Apple's App Store
Apple tightly controls its app store, but that doesn't stop scams from getting through, according to the Washington Post.
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Microsoft patches 116 vulnerabilities -- why you need to remain up-to-date
Krebs on Security reports that Microsoft recently fixed 116 vulnerabilities in Windows and related software, including 13 that were critical and some that were…
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Is tech causing mental health issues among teens?
Researchers have noted an increase in mental health symptoms among teens but it isn't clear whether they're linked to increased use of tech.
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Wearables and COVID-19
Some people worry about the privacy implications of wearable devices, but the anonymized data is being used for important medical research including dealing…
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Virtual private networks can hide your identity and protect your privacy
Virtual private networks can re-route your traffic from your machine through a virtual one, making it harder for websites and anyone in-between to know who you…
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Social Media Companies beef up safety for women
In response to data showing that women are more likely to be abused online, major social media companies have pledged to improve tools to help keep women safe
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Apple claims proposed regulations could jeopardize children's safety
Appel is fighting proposed regulations on its control of its app store, claiming that it would make apps less secure, especially for children
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Microsoft's Edge browser adds kids mode
Microsoft has added an optional kid-friendly mode to its Edge browser with parental controls, safe search and limits on tracking
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Apple devices vulnerable to hacks and malware
There was a time when there were too few Apple devices for hackers to bother targeting but -- says Consumer Reports -- that's no longer the case
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Deep Fakes can be very convicting but Facebook offers hope
As this segment shows, it's possible to impersonate nearly anyone through a "deep fake," but Facebook is working on a solution
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LGBTS youth at higher risk of cyberbullying
In honor of Pride Month, ConnectSafely has updated its Parent, Educator & Youth Guide to LGBTQ Cyberbullying whose author says it's a bigger risk for LGBTQ…
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Biden revoke's Trump's ban on TikTok
President Biden has revoked and replaced former President Trump's executive order that would have banned Chinese-owned TikTok and WeChat with an order that…
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iPhone 12 might be dangerous for people with cardiac implants
A study published in the Journal of the American Heart Association says that an iPhone 12 with MagSafe charging technology can interfere with implanted cardiac…
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Twitter subscription service lets you preview, edit and delete tweets berfore they go live
Twitter is rolling out Twitter Blue in Canada and Australia -- a paid subscription service -- that lets users review, edit or delete tweets before they go live
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Google Maps lets you track your kids and other loved-ones
An option on Google Maps allows users to share their location which is something families should consider so parents (and perhaps partners) can know where…