How to monitor kids on Facebook without being their friend

Let’s face it – kids don’t like to ‘friend’ their parents for fear that they would then have to curb their freedom of speech with friends and peers. However, cyber stalkers and predators are a real concern for parents and an issue that needs to be addressed. Here is an interesting video from The… Continue reading

Technology Addiction and Real World Safety

Just yesterday we were out and I noticed a young girl walking on the sidewalk talking on the phone. A car was behind her and she stepped off the curb to walk on the road and she never once looked back! Numerous times, I have seen young boys and girls… Continue reading

Delete your Data! Prevent Identity Theft!

Just read an interesting article on CBC.ca – It’s a wake up call for customers who return their computers to anyone to make sure that all their data has be deleted. For those of you who aren’t sure how your identity can be stolen check out our earlier post and… Continue reading

How to protect from Hackers!

Just read this great article in the Globe and Mail – that talks about how even though we may not be large corporations like Sony, Citigroup or the FBI we are all susceptible to hackers online. Part of the issue is that hackers come in different forms and are often… Continue reading

Safety on the Internet

Internet safety is a huge issue nowadays specially in the light of predators and al kinds of crazies online. For you parents out there and even some adults who aren’t sure what information you should and should post online – this site is for you. This comprehensive site uses videos and… Continue reading

Identity Theft: How is it done?

Saw this great article at Ladner Business Asssociation’s website: HOW THIEVES GET YOUR IDENTITY: Dumpster Diving—Going through your trash. Skimming—Storing your credit card number in a special storage device when processing your card. Phishing—Pretending to be a financial institution and sending scam alerts to get your personal information. Changing Your… Continue reading