Our cell phones, tablets and laptops carry all kinds of personal information that you don't want in the wrong hands. So here are five tips for foiling cyber crooks.
If you have a computer problem, Microsoft says don't expect a random call from them. The company says crooks are cold-calling consumers and offering their services...for a steep fee.
A U.S. survey reveals that in states that don't require driver's education before getting a license, about one-third of students skip driver's ed classes and more than half fail to undergo any formal behind-the-wheel training.
A new app developed by students at Western Kentucky University can alert CPR-certified bystanders to nearby medical emergencies in which they could assist.
Two travelers are devastated when their wedding photos are lost by the hotel's photo shop. Does this resort owe the newlyweds more than a three-night voucher?
According to the telecommunications company TeamViewer, Americans are willing to give up social media, chocolate, smartphones – even get divorced – in order to telecommute.
What would Americans give up to be able to telecommute for work? According to one study by the telecommunications company TeamViewer, some people would give up social media, chocolate - even their spouses - to work from home.
The idea is not exactly new. But Time magazine says a website called "Pinterest" just might take off.
The idea is not exactly new, the increasingly popular website called "Pinterest" appears to be taking off. See how this virtual pin board works and what you can create!
Sunday, February 12 2012 12:40 PM EST2012-02-12 17:40:39 GMT
A North Carolina father is dealing with the firestorm surrounding how he disciplined his daughter for a Facebook post. He put a bullet in her laptop. Well, nine of them.
Friday, February 10 2012 6:11 AM EST2012-02-10 11:11:24 GMT
There is a lot of industry in Region 8 from big manufacturers to small one person shops. S-M-E or Specialty Machinery & Equipment, Incorporated has been around for nearly 20 years working with the manufacturing companies in the area to fix problems.
One of the worst situations that can happen to any of us is to be severely injured and stranded without anyone knowing who you are or how to reach your emergency contacts. Zorianna Kit shares her trick for keeping the family safe by using a flash drive.
Wednesday, February 8 2012 3:53 PM EST2012-02-08 20:53:01 GMT
An on-air personality and pundit who frequently appeared on CNN has been suspended after he sent out tweets during the Super Bowl that has the LGBT community up in arms.
It is slowly becoming an image etched into our high-tech environment, but the risks of clinging to mobile devices in the wrong places have consequences that are irreversible, and in some instances, fatal.
Tuesday, February 7 2012 11:06 AM EST2012-02-07 16:06:49 GMT
Just about every teen wants one or already has one. iPhones and iPod Touches are in the hands of more and more of our kids. But some teens are using the apps on those devices to connect a world of would be pedophiles and sexual predators.
Some schools are ditching traditional textbooks in favor of downloading the online version. But what about a class where there are no textbooks, no paper and no pens at all?
Friday, February 3 2012 6:58 AM EST2012-02-03 11:58:39 GMT
A family is preparing to welcome a new addition later this month after a woman offered to become a surrogate for her son and his wife. The 48-year old is expected to give birth to her granddaughter February 27th.
If you're setting a goal for this semester, make it a double: be productive and engaged, all while staying socially connected on campus. Smartphones let you do it all, from staying on top of your academic work...
The free "Show Me My Buzz" app was created by the Department of Transportation in Missouri. It calculates an estimate based on how many drinks they've had, how long they've been drinking and their gender.
The benefits of breast milk over formula are well supported by research and The Office of the Surgeon General. Some mothers, however, are unable to produce milk for their children and that's why they
Megaupload's closure has unveiled a valuable lesson: Very few cloud storage services guarantee that your data will remain safe and accessible. And if it doesn't, the loss is your fault, not theirs.
Wednesday, February 1 2012 5:00 AM EST2012-02-01 10:00:38 GMT
Legislation aimed at letting consumers know what information their cell phone service provider is collecting from their phone and why could be introduced soon. The legislation could require companies to let subscribers opt-out of the monitoring.
Food apps are now making it even easier for you to whip up some of the best dishes ever. Here's a roundup of the best food apps to ignite your inner Julia Child.
LinkedIn allows you to get the scoop on competing companies, search for location-specific trends in your line of work, and find out which of your contacts has changed positions or companies this week.
If your family includes a member with four legs, you'll be glad to know your smartphone or tablet can help with that part of your life too. Here are some truly useful apps that can download and help keep your animal happy and healthy.
If you're tired of lugging around your laptop and tablet everywhere you go -- or admiring your buddy's new tablet -- you may be wondering: Can a tablet PC simply replace your laptop?
As chip sizes shrink and costs drop, RFID technology is showing up in all kinds of places -- from credit cards to cell phones and passports to livestock.
Wikis are more than just a gathering place to share facts and figures. They've become one of the coolest tools for staying connected -- with all kinds of people. Here's how.
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