Cryptolocker: Why Modern Computer Viruses Are More Dangerous Than Ever

January 15, 2014January 2, 2019 ~ trionaguidry ~ Leave a comment

Today's computer viruses go beyond mere annoyance. How does holding your data for ransom sound? What about spying on you through your webcam, tracking your physical location, recording every keystroke you make? Welcome to the modern generation of computer threats, where infection means real-world consequences. The latest virus making the rounds is Cryptolocker, a textbook … Continue reading Cryptolocker: Why Modern Computer Viruses Are More Dangerous Than Ever

A Parent’s Guide To Protecting Your Kids Online

August 12, 2013April 6, 2020 ~ trionaguidry ~ Leave a comment

It's hard to protect kids online, because parents and educators often have a hard time finding resources that can help them understand the latest risks and recommendations. I've gathered a variety of information in one place so you can learn about antivirus, parental controls, and protecting your kids while using mobile devices and video games. … Continue reading A Parent’s Guide To Protecting Your Kids Online

Hands-On With The Samsung Galaxy S4, Plus Antivirus For Android

July 6, 2013April 6, 2020 ~ trionaguidry ~ Leave a comment

I recently had the opportunity to test-drive the Samsung Galaxy S4 from Verizon. If you're looking for a powerful smart phone with some of the features of a tablet, this might be the device for you. Related article: Galaxy S4: Vivid Color, Vibrant Performance by Triona Guidry (The Northwest Herald) The Galaxy S4 looks similar … Continue reading Hands-On With The Samsung Galaxy S4, Plus Antivirus For Android

Hands-On With The BlackBerry Z10

April 22, 2013June 27, 2020 ~ trionaguidry ~ Leave a comment

I recently spent some quality time with the new BlackBerry Z10. The Z10 is a lightweight, keyboardless smart phone... wait, a keyboardless BlackBerry? How does that work? Let's find out. The Z10 has a 1.5GHz dual-core Qualcomm processor with 2GB of RAM and a 4.2-inch 1,280-by-768 LCD display at 356 pixels per inch. It's sized … Continue reading Hands-On With The BlackBerry Z10

Your Webcam Can Be Used Against You

February 15, 2013April 6, 2020 ~ trionaguidry ~ 3 Comments

Smile! Your private life might be streaming live on the Internet! Did you know hackers use viruses to commandeer the webcam on your computer, tablet, or smart phone? Makes you think about all the places you take these devices, and what they could be recording. In this month's The Northwest Herald I talk about the dangers … Continue reading Your Webcam Can Be Used Against You

Mobile Social Media – New Seminar April 17, 2012

April 2, 2012April 13, 2021 ~ trionaguidry ~ Leave a comment

Join me for an exciting new seminar, Mobile Social Media, on April 17, 2012! In this open-format session we'll talk about how you can use mobile devices like smartphones and tablets to access social media platforms. This is going to be fun! Some of today's mobile technology is really sweet, and pairing it with social media … Continue reading Mobile Social Media – New Seminar April 17, 2012

How Much Of Your Data Is In The Cloud?

November 16, 2011February 11, 2021 ~ trionaguidry ~ Leave a comment

When we talk about "the cloud," we simply mean the Internet. It's a new name for something we've been doing for a long time: using the Internet to store and exchange data. Cloud computing, however, takes this concept to a new level. Pair that with the prevalence of Internet threats and you really have to … Continue reading How Much Of Your Data Is In The Cloud?