Internet Safety & Privacy

In Fairness to Google: A Reevaluation of Google+'s and Facebook's TOS

In Fairness to Google: A Reevaluation of Google+'s and Facebook's TOS

Earlier, we posted an article comparing the TOS of Facebook and Google+. The result of which was pretty distressing, considering how Google+’s was worded in such a way that caused alarm. At first glance it made Facebook’s seem tame in comparison. Other, more qualified legal experts, have weighed in on the matter, as some readers…

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Cube Entertainment Fans Tricked by Fake Facebook Page

Cube Entertainment Fans Tricked by Fake Facebook Page

Scams on the Internet and Facebook are rampant and unending. Especially now that Facebook has become something of a virtual watering hole where people, even those who aren’t particularly tech-savvy, gather and socialize. Some scams may snag only a few, but the more clever and crafty ones can dupe thousands. The plan that one troublemaker…

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On Privacy: Facebook vs. Google+

On Privacy: Facebook vs. Google+

Facebook’s biggest contender has just entered the ring, and if its rapid expansion is any indication, then it looks like Facebook will have to work extra hard to keep its users from flocking to the “Next Big Thing”. Google+ and Facebook are practically equal when it comes to their media sharing prowess, as well as…

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China may be Eyeing Facebook Shares

China may be Eyeing Facebook Shares

There’s a chiling rumor going around the grapevine that could spell disaster if it’s confirmed to be true. China, not exactly a paragon of democracy, is said to be trying its very best to buy a significant portion of Facebook. Their motive: well, suffice it to say that it’s not likely to mean improved privacy…

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Afraid to Use Facebook at Work? HardlyWork.in converts your News Feed  into an Excel Spreadsheet

Afraid to Use Facebook at Work? HardlyWork.in converts your News Feed into an Excel Spreadsheet

How many times have you wished that you could use Facebook while at work? How many times has the watchful eye of the boss stopped you from indulging in that wish? Countless? Well, you’re certainly not the only one. Many companies have instituted policies banning the use of Facebook at work. There is now a…

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Its official…signal at 12:20 it even passed on tv. Facebook will be charging this summer – Viral Hoax!

Its official…signal at 12:20 it even passed on tv. Facebook will be charging this summer – Viral Hoax!

Another Facebook hoax has taken off this weekend. We have similar ones before and I’m sure we will see them again. Rest assured that Facebook is never going to charge users for accessing the social network. Scammers and hoaxers love to get rumors started for some strange reason. Here is the latest version going around:…

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On Internet Privacy: Facebook Passes the Ball to Users

On Internet Privacy: Facebook Passes the Ball to Users

Several companies that offer location-based services were asked to appear before the Federal Communications Commission so that they may address the privacy concerns that the service in question has brought up. Among those companies, of course, is our dear friend Facebook. Others included Google, Verizon, and Foursquare. Each company had a representative, and they were…

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How to stop personal and suggestive emails from being delivered to your Facebook Messages inbox

How to stop personal and suggestive emails from being delivered to your Facebook Messages inbox

Several Facebook users have reported receiving (Luda, 25yo), I serch for beloved man, are you? hello again! I am Luda 25 y.o I wish to meet love of my life, are you? Here are my message for you and new photos: sonya201010.com.ua/?message_from=Luda Note! New free service! check info at the site! ( to unsubscribe -click…

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Monster Launches 'BeKnown App' on Facebook

Monster Launches 'BeKnown App' on Facebook

Facebook accounts are generally used for fun and games. However, the recruitment website called Monster seeks to change that and to turn Facebook into a social network geared for job hunting. They have developed an application called BeKnown, something of a social network for professionals which you can access through Facebook. The tricky thing here…

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[Guest Post] BitDefender Safego formally launches new era of Facebook user protection

[Guest Post] BitDefender Safego formally launches new era of Facebook user protection

**Guest Post From Our Partner at BitDefender Safego** Do you STILL want to see who viewed your profile? “NOOOO!”. Thought so. We’re glad to see that the community of security minded online social networkers is growing larger and, just as announced one week ago, we’re happy to have joined forces with our friends from Facecrooks…

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