Everyday we hear about celebrities being caught in awkward and sometimes compromising situations. When nude photos of Erin Andrews surfaced on the Internet, millions of people suddenly questions how private their private moments really are. But what about non-celebrities? Are we at risk? [...]
Domestic violence, harassment, stalking, and sexual assault- all of these are typical reasons for procuring a restraining order; but there is a new and very unusual type of restraining order that has been raising some eyebrows. Do not be fooled by the seemingly harmless nature of what these restraining orders aim to fight– turning a blind eye can lead to car accidents, burn victims, and even death. What exactly is the culprit behind these series of tragedies? The answer will surprise you: it’s food. [...]
The next time you are in your room, typing in your personal diary on your computer and think that you are alone–don’t be so sure.
The quiet stillness is welcomed by your neighbors who are following your every key stroke, searching through your old files, and placing their feet in your footsteps while going unnoticed. WiFi internet connections are extremely easy to trace and even easier to hack into, making everything on your computer vulnerable and naked to be seen by the world. By using secure passwords the attempts of hackers can be deflected but not for long. [...]
If you’ve ever had your laptop stolen, then you know what a dreadful experience it can be. Even worse than losing one of your most prized, and likely most expensive possessions, is the fact that you’ve lost all that valuable data on it. Assuming you are savvy enough to keep fresh backups, the most disheartening part comes with the realization that some crook out there has all your data – your financial and personal files – and perhaps even your company’s data. [...]
The Twitter Security DilemmaYour middle name. The first street you grew up on. The name of the first family pet. These are the answers we give to password security questions online without even considering the simplicity of the questions being asked or the availability of the answers to these questions in varied online forums. Everyone does it, from your children to the top people at powerful companies, and thus leaves themselves open to the whims of hackers. Twitter learned this the hard way when a hacker recently gained access to the company’s internal information and employee’s personal accounts through the vulnerability and simplicity of the “forgot password” security question. [...]
Top 8 Must Have Gadgets For Summer Travel
Close your eyes and imagine that you are standing at the edge of the ocean looking into a world of possibilities. As you breathe in the fresh air, you smile and exhale the past year. The next breath you take is the beginning of your favorite time, the beginning of endless adventures, the beginning of summer. Take those first few steps in the salty pool of memories yet to be made slowly and be sure to have these few gadgets with you along the way.
1. Soda Can Safe – $19.95
Following the design of Jurassic Park’s Denis Nerdy’s shaving cream canister that he used to store dinosaur embryos in, so too do these authentic soda cans provide safe, unsuspecting places to put your valuables. It may not be million year old dinosaur embryos, but treasure is in the eye of the beholder. So whether it be a thousand dollars, or the first dollar bill you made at your store, your grandmother’s diamond ring, or the ring your fiancee got you out of the dispenser at Wal Mart, make sure that your treasure is safe while you travel. The Soda Can Safe is the perfect, portable vault that makes it a little easier breathe while looking at the Mona Lisa, climbing the steps of the Great Pyramids, or watching the glistening waters pass you by in a gondola. Made from real soda cans, these believable safes are guaranteed to secure your valuables. [...]
Defense sprays have been around for over 25 years, primarily used by law enforcement and emergency service personnel. They’re inexpensive, easy to carry (and conceal), and simple to use. When offered within the context of proper training and awareness, they make people feel safer and can be a real lifesaver! [...]
Our CEO, Todd Morris recently joined Personal Safety expert Susan Bartelstone on her popular Crime Prevention 101 podcast. Todd talks about the latest cutting-edge devices on the market that you can use to keep your family and home protected. This is a great listen, especially if you plan on traveling a lot and being away from home this summer. [...]
In this economy, with so many layoffs happening, people are more likely to get taken in by false job opportunities – particularly ones which draw people in by advertising that it’s a work at home job. But more often than not, that high paying Work-at-Home opportunity that just landed in your inbox, is a scam aimed at duping you in to giving up your private identity information such as your social security number. But are there legitimate Work-at-Home Opportunities to be found on the internet? Yes. You just have to look before you leap and make careful decisions about where you apply too and what information you give out. Based on 10 years of experience working with a virtual workforce, VIPdesk has come up with 10 very useful tips for honing your senses when it comes to separating the real work at home job opportunities from the shams. (Source) [...]
The warm weather is here, kids are getting out of school for a long break. The summer is coming. And with summer comes summer travel, the time when the family gets in the car, boat, or plane for some rest and relaxation. That is why you shouldn’t have to worry about your personal security and kids safety when out on the road or in another country. Here are some travel tips to help keep you and your family safe. [...]
The Queen of England faced a covert spy detection disaster when her chauffeur gave undercover reporters a tour of her fleet. The royal chauffeur Brian Sirjusingh was bribed with $1,500 by the reporters who posed as middle eastern businessmen. They were allowed to enter the palace grounds without being checked for weapons or bombs. They also learned the code names of the queen’s cars and security weaknesses of some of the royal coaches. They even learned about the queen’s weekend plans. A good deal of information for anyone who may want to harm her royal highness. [...]
The safety of a staple of American business is being threatened. As it stands now, fast food restaurants aren’t required to set up security camera equipment. However, robbers use this fact to their advantage and frequently steal from these establishments and now many patrons are afraid to step into these establishments. [...]
The amount of information stored on a cellphone is staggering. Things like your whereabouts, call times, text message logs, not to mention names and phone numbers can all be accessed from your cellphone. Cellphone Spy Technology allows you to read deleted text messages. Cutting edge software can innocuously turn any smart phone into a GPS Tracker. The fast paced field of consumer surveillance technology may be too fast for tech-hungry spies. As with all technology, spy-gear often overtakes its users, leaving behind a myriad of ethical questions in its wake. The Brickhouse Security specialists are here offer three ways to employ cellphone surveillance that won’t weigh on your conscience. [...]
