5 THINGS YOU SHOULD NEVER POST ON FACEBOOK

Facebook has become the Google of social networks. If
you're not updating your status right now, chances are that you are uploading
photos or taking some sort of odd quiz. We post tons of intimate details about
our lives that we normally wouldn't share with anyone. We think that as long as
we make sure our privacy settings are set correctly that we are safe and snug
within our circle of friends.

 

The problem is
that we never know who's really looking at our information. Our friend's
account could have been hacked when they installed some rogue application, or
their creepy uncle might be using their account because they forgot to log out.
For the sake of the safety of you and your family, there is some information
that you should never post on Facebook. Here are 5 things you should consider
removing or not posting to Facebook and/or other social networks.

1. You or Your
Family's Full Birth Dates

We all love
getting “happy birthdays” from our friends on our Facebook wall. It makes us
feel all warm inside knowing that people remembered and cared enough to write
us a short note on our special day. The problem is when you list your birthday
you are providing identity thieves with one of the 3 or 4 pieces of personal
information that is needed to steal your identity. It’s best to not list the
date at all, but if you must, at least leave out the year. Your real friends
should know this info anyway.

2. Your
Relationship Status

Whether you are in
a relationship or not, it may be best not to make it public knowledge. Stalkers
would love to know that you just became newly single. If you change your status
to "single" it gives them the green light they were looking for to
resume stalking now that you're back on the market. It also lets them know that
you might be home alone since your significant other is no longer around. Your
best bet is to just leave this blank on your profile.

3. Your Current
Location

There are a lot of
people who love the location tagging feature on Facebook that allows them to
let people know where they are 24/7. The problem is that you have just told
everyone that you're on vacation (and not at your house). If you add how long
your trip is then thieves know exactly how much time they have to rob you. My
advice is not to provide your location at all. You can always upload your
vacation pictures when you get home or text your friends to let them know how
jealous they should be that you're sipping an umbrella drink while they toil
away at work.

4. The Fact
That You Are Home Alone

It is extremely
important that parents make sure their children never put the fact that they
are home alone in their status. Again, you wouldn’t walk into a room of
strangers and tell them you are going to be all alone at your house so don’t do
it on Facebook either.

We may think that
only our friends have access to our status, but we really have no idea who is
reading it. Your friend may have had their account hacked or someone could be
reading over their shoulder at the library. The best rule of thumb is not to
put anything in your profile or status that you wouldn’t want a stranger to
know. You may have the most stringent privacy settings possible, but if your
friend’s account gets compromised than those settings go out the window.

5. Pictures of
Your Kids Tagged With Their Names

We love our kids.
We would do anything to keep them safe, but most people post hundreds of tagged
pictures and videos of their kids to Facebook without even giving it a second
thought. We even go so far as to replace our profile pictures with that of our
children.

Probably 9 out of
10 parents posted their child’s full name, and exact date and time of birth
while they were still in the hospital after delivery. We post pictures of our
kids and tag them and their friends, siblings, and other relatives. This kind
of information could be used by predators to lure your child. They could use
your child’s name and the names of their relatives and friends to build trust
and convince them that they are not really a stranger because they know
detailed information that allows them to build a rapport with your child.

If you must post
pictures of your children then you should at least remove personally
identifying information such as their full names and birth dates. Untag them in
pictures. Your real friends know their names anyway.

Lastly, think
twice before you tag pictures of the children of friends and relatives. They
might not want you tagging their kids for the reasons mentioned above. You can
send them a link to the pictures and they can tag themselves in place of their
children if they want to.

SMARTPHONE OR TABLET: WHICH IS MORE SUITABLE FOR YOU?

Choosing a mobile device for work isn't just a matter
of deciding whether you want an Android smartphone or an iPhone. Maybe what you
really need is a large tablet, or a small tablet, or a netbook or a
phone/tablet hybrid.

Your choice will
depend largely on what you need to do with the mobile device and where you'll
be using it. Answering these simple questions can help you decide which kind of
device will meet your mobile work needs.

1. HOW
PORTABLE SHOULD IT BE?

Do you regularly carry a briefcase, purse or computer bag? If not -- and if
you'd rather not start -- then a smaller smartphone that slips into your pocket
is probably best.

Many smartphones,
including the iPhone 4S, are 4.5 inches tall or less, and 2.5 inches wide or
less. Hold various models in your hand to see which ones feel most comfortable.

2. HOW
MUCH TYPING WILL YOU NEED TO DO?

When writing anything longer than quick search requests, texts or tweets,
smartphone typing can be slow and prone to errors. That's when a physical
keyboard can be useful. Options include purchasing a netbook or laptop with a
built-in keyboard, or a keyboard that connects to your mobile device via
Bluetooth or USB.

Before buying a
keyboard, make sure it's compatible with your specific mobile device. Also
consider how you'd carry the keyboard around. Many models collapse or roll up
to fit easily into a pocket or purse.

If you prefer
writing notes by hand or need to sketch designs, most tablets are large enough
for you to write with your fingertip. Some devices, such as the
smartphone/tablet hybrid Samsung Galaxy Note, offer the option of
using a stylus.



3. HOW MUCH BATTERY LIFE WILL YOU NEED?

Poor battery life is the downfall of most mobile devices, especially ones with
large, bright touch-screen displays. At a recent online security event, a
Symantec senior product manager said that mobile analytics show a steep weekday
decline in mobile Internet traffic throughout North America around 2 p.m. local
time. The reason? That's about the time when many smartphones start running low
on battery charge.

If you're often unable
to charge up at an electrical outlet, consider spare battery options before you
buy. For instance, you can't swap out the battery on an iPhone, iPad or Macbook
Air, but you can on most Android and Windows Phone devices, and on most laptops
and non-Apple netbooks.

It's common for
mobile devices to come with a low-capacity battery. Search online for your
smartphone's make and model, plus the word "battery" to find the
largest capacity battery your phone can take. Sometimes "extended"
batteries are larger in size, so you might need to purchase a special back
cover to accommodate one in your phone.

4. Will you be working outside in daylight?

Many mobile devices have screens that are hard to see in full daylight, even
when cranked up to full brightness, which drains the battery much faster. The
Retina displays on new Apple devices perform well in full daylight, and there's
speculation that Samsung and other manufacturers of Android devices may soon be
launching devices with comparable displays.



5. Will you need to record audio or video, or take lots of photos?

If you need a mobile device for creating, not just showing or playing
multimedia content, then pay special attention to the built-in camera and
microphone. Don't just go for the highest-megapixel camera. Look for reviews of camera optics
and image processing features.

Also consider how
you'll want to physically handle the device when shooting or recording. For
instance, most tablets include a camera and will shoot video or photos. This is
fine if you're propping the tablet up for stationary shots or video chats. But
to capture live action or pan around, smartphones are generally easier to
maneuver than tablets.

A device that
shoots high-quality photos should also yield high-quality video. But consider
whether you need to shoot high definition (HD) video or photos. These files can
be large and difficult to share or work with on a smartphone. If you do need to
shoot HD, consider getting a small camera in addition to a smartphone.

The secret to good
video is good audio. Because the built-in microphones in most smartphones and
tablets aren't great for more than quick audio notes, consider getting a
plug-in microphone.

I wish you best buy on your next visit to the technology market. 

THE BEAUTY OF LINUX OPERATING SYSTEM

OVERVIEW OF LINUX

Linux is a Unix-like computer Operating System (or OS)
that uses the Linux kernel. Linux started out as a personal computer system used
by individuals, and has since gained the support of several large corporations,
such as Sun Microsystems, HP and IBM. It is now used mostly as a server
operating system, with some large organizations using an enterprise version for
desktops. Linux is a prime example of open-source development, which means that
the source code is available freely for anyone to use.

HISTORY OF LINUX

Linus Torvalds, who was then a student at the
University of Helsinki in Finland, developed Linux in 1991. He released it for
free on the Internet. Due to the far reach of the Free Software Foundation
(FSF) and the GNU Project, Linux popularity increased rapidly, with utilities
developed and released for free online. A commercial version of Unix was
released by RedHat in the early 1990’s (combining the OS with technical support
and documentation) and the popularity of Linux continued to skyrocket.

WHY LINUX?

When you get a new computer you have
such a selection of operating systems to choose from. There is Windows, MAC and
then Linux. Linux tends to be the more popular and has been voted the best
operating system, but why?

Firstly
Linux is affordable, often it’s completely free. This is a huge draw card for
many people. The other operating systems are expensive and they also tend to
suffer with viruses and constant updates, which are frustrating to say the
least. You don’t need a finance MBA online degree to know that finding a free
operating system is a huge saving, especially when you have just paid out for a
new PC.

Further
Linux is less likely to suffer from viruses; the system is very difficult for
viruses to get through. You also don’t need to constantly do updates to the
virus program or scan your computer regularly; the system filters them out on
its own without any effort from yourself, another big plus for this operating
system without you having to do any hard work yourself. Even if you have a
criminal justice degree you won’t need to use it with Linux.

VERSATILITY

The
biggest plus for me when it comes to Linux is the ability for me to change what
I want and how I want it especially on my desktop, the versatility is easy and
amazing and I’m not forced to go with the design given to me. 

The biggest
advantage about Linux is how versatile it is. You can customize it to suit your
needs. There are developers around the world that are constantly working on
improving the system, so you can download add-ons and updates when you want to.
It’s not something that is forced upon you. It’s like mis sold ppi, only you
can decide if you want to go ahead with a claim, well with Linux only you can
decide whether to go for the add-ons and updates.

FAST AND EFFICIENT

Another
interesting fact about Linux is how fast and effective it is, it’s the ideal
solution for an older computer which struggles with other operating systems, it
is much faster when browsing. It’s like the hog drops you buy when trying to
lose weight, super-fast and super effective, you can think of it as the anti
wrinkle cream for older computers to get them running smoothly again.

It’s also fast
to boot up and run than any of the other operating systems available. When you
use cheating on words with friends you find words quickly and speed up the game
process. Linux is the same; it’s fast to open programs and boot up, making it a
firm favorite for many PC users.

AFFORDABLE

If
you’re basing your decision on price, then Linux is right for you. There is no
comparing Windows to Linux when it comes to money; we all know that Windows is
expensive, while Linux can be obtained free, a huge cost saving in anyone’s
book. All you have to do is go to the webpage and click where it says click here
and you have Linux ready to go.

SECURITY

Another
known fact about Linux is their security is much stronger than other operating
systems; you don’t need home security systems for your computer when you use
the Linux system, and you can browse the net without any serious concerns.

Of course there
has to be one disadvantage. Nothing comes without a few problems, but with
Linux it’s quick to rectify. Linux can be a little difficult to navigate when
you first use it; it works differently from the operating systems you have come
to know. But once you have figured out how it works you can enjoy all the
benefits it offers. You can do online searches with ease whether you’re looking
for a communication degree or homes in Belize.

All in all Linux
is the greatest operating system available packed with benefits whether you
need a computer for your online criminal justice degrees or you need to do
simple online searches, such as searching for visit site. You will find Linux
easy and simple to use once you know how to use it.