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Could Your Social Media History Come Back to Bite You? | McAfee Blog

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Could Your Social Media History Come Back to Bite You? | McAfee Blog

Getting caught in a social media faux pas seems to be the new normal. The latest? The newly crowned Miss Teen USA, Karly Hay, landed in the hot seat for several alleged racial slurs in tweets she posted in 2013. Next week, it will be someone else under fire because our fast-moving digital conversational today could carry a fresh context several years from now. And then you’ll have some explaining to do, like Hay who says…

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Sharing Isn’t Always Caring: 3 Tips to Help Protect Your Online Privacy

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Sharing Isn’t Always Caring: 3 Tips to Help Protect Your Online Privacy

When it comes to protecting your privacy, take a close look at your social media use—because sharing can quickly turn into oversharing. The term “oversharing” carries several different definitions. Yet in our case here, oversharing means saying more than one should to more people than they should. Consider the audience you have across your social media profiles. Perhaps you have dozens, if not hundreds of friends and followers. All with various degrees of closeness and…

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How Teens Date in the Digital Age | McAfee Blog

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How Teens Date in the Digital Age | McAfee Blog

Falling in love in the internet age is a whole different ball game to the social-media-free ’70s, ’80s and ’90s. Awkward calls on the home phone, sending cards in the mail, and making mixtapes were all key relationship milestones back in the days of roller skates. But fast forward to the new millennium and dating is a whole different sport. No longer are teens relying on their friends and family for introductions to new love…

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What to Do If Your Email Is Hacked | McAfee Blog

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What to Do If Your Email Is Hacked | McAfee Blog

I think I could count on my hand the people I know who have NOT had their email hacked. Maybe they found a four-leaf clover when they were kids! Email hacking is one of the very unfortunate downsides of living in our connected, digital world. And it usually occurs as a result of a data breach – a situation that even the savviest tech experts find themselves in. What Is A Data Breach? In simple…

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How to Protect Yourself on Social Networks | McAfee Blog

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How Teens Date in the Digital Age | McAfee Blog

There are now over 5 billion active social media users worldwide, representing 62.3% of the global population. While social networks serve as valuable tools for staying connected with loved ones and documenting life events, the ease of sharing information raises concerns. With a mere few clicks, posts and messages can inadvertently divulge significant personal details, potentially compromising privacy and leaving individuals vulnerable to identity theft. That’s why it’s crucial to make sure you’ve got the…

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5 Ways to Safeguard Your Child’s Instagram Bio | McAfee Blog

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5 Ways to Safeguard Your Child’s Instagram Bio | McAfee Blog

Keeping your child safe online is a growing concern for many parents. Instagram, a popular social media platform among tweens and teens, is no exception. Despite privacy settings that can effectively limit who sees your child’s posts, their Instagram bio nonetheless remains public by default. This leaves an opening through which those with ill intentions can glean personal information about your child. However, there are ways you can help safeguard your child’s Instagram bio and…

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How Extremist Groups Target Teens Online | McAfee Blog

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How Extremist Groups Target Teens Online | McAfee Blog

With the reality of the digital age, the internet has become a vital part of our daily lives. While it offers immense benefits, the online world also has its potential risks. One such alarming issue involves extremist groups targeting impressionable teenagers online. An example of this is the Orlando nightclub massacre, where the gunman was believed to have been radicalized online. This guide aims to shed light on how these extremist groups operate and provide…

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Parents: Are Your Kids Ignoring the Danger of Dating Apps? | McAfee Blog

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Parents: Are Your Kids Ignoring the Danger of Dating Apps? | McAfee Blog

Technology has permeated almost every aspect of our lives, including our romantic involvements. This is especially evident in the increasing prevalence of dating apps among teenagers. While these platforms can offer exciting opportunities for meeting new people and exploring romantic interests, they also present a considerable risk, especially to a vulnerable age group. As a parent, you might feel caught in a dilemma. On one hand, you want to respect your teen’s privacy and independence….

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Valentine's Alert: Don't Let Scammers Break Your Heart or Your Bank Account | McAfee Blog

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Valentine's Alert: Don't Let Scammers Break Your Heart or Your Bank Account | McAfee Blog

As with any major holiday or special occasion, Valentine’s Day is unfortunately not immune to scammers looking for an opportunity to exploit unsuspecting individuals. Their deceitful acts can break hearts and bank accounts. In this article, we spotlight some common Valentine’s Day scams, offer tips on how to protect yourself and navigate this romantic day with confidence and caution. The Unromantic Side of Valentine’s Day Valentine’s Day is a time when love is in the…

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Why Taking Your Teen’s Phone Away Doesn’t Work Anymore | McAfee Blog

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Why Taking Your Teen’s Phone Away Doesn’t Work Anymore | McAfee Blog

If you are the parent of a tween or teen, you know the challenge of setting and following through with consequences. You’ve worked hard to establish ground rules, but human nature and the sometimes rocky road to maturity guarantees your child will push, step, and even leap outside the agreed-upon lines. If you are like many parents, your first instinct is to restrict the thing they love the most, which is communication with their peers…

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