So what is encryption and why should you care about it? You can read LifeHacker’s explanation but put simply it’s a way to protect your data and files from others being able to read them. Like a decoder ring for your computer files where only you know the password.
LifeHacker recently highlighted 2 options for the Windows OS: VeraCrypt and Bitlocker. VeraCrypt is open source while Bitlocker is the Microsoft built in product. Both are good but VeraCrypt seemed to win the hearts of LifeHacker. From improved security, ease of use, and freely available, VeraCrypt seemed the way to go.
But in the end, they recommended that the use of something is better than nothing when it comes to protecting your files.
It’s only May but PCMag is already separating the wheat from the chaff… eBook reader chaff that is. We all know about Amazon’s Kindle and Apple’s iPad, and their list includes those and all their versions, but the list also includes many other eReaders that you should consider. The article lists out all the specs and has price lists too. When you’re ready to zero in on a couple eReaders, they have full PCMag product reviews to give you all the details you need to make your decision.
In the blog post, Byrne mentions that you can use YouTube’s photo slideshow tool, Stupeflix or Animoto to create audio slideshow videos. But Byrne seems most excited about Wideo. With that tool, you can insert interactive buttons into each frame of your video and the buttons can link to any webpage allowing users to click on them when watching your video.
Unfortunately antivirus tools have become a necessity when buying a new computer or upgrading your existing one. But with the deluge of choices, how do you decide which one is right for you? PCMag to the rescue with their list of 42 of the best antivirus utilities. The list ranks them using common features and even links to more detailed PCMag reviews when you’re ready to narrow your search. With prices, features, and testing results the deluge of choices just got a little more manageable!
It was recently announced that Amazon won a contract with the New York City Department of Education to provide Ebooks to NYC schools. Some see this as a surprise move by the online company but others wonder what took Amazon so long to move into Education. Initially the agreement will be a 3 year contract worth $30 million and supply just digital content through an internal marketplace but not Kindle e-readers.
Time will tell how this will affect the education Ebook market. Could this be another niche for Amazon or just a money making venture? Could it be good for students and educators?
Others are more skeptical of the contract citing privacy concerns. Details surrounding student information are still being determined. Regardless, schools serving up Ebooks will have to pay attention to see how this evolves because Amazon may soon be the company providing their e-content.
So what is encryption and why should you care about it? You can read LifeHacker’s explanation but put simply it’s a way to protect your data and files from others being able to read them. Like a decoder ring for your computer files where only you know the password.
