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3 ways to lock down your router
(and keep your smart home safe!)
Smart homes might be right around the corner, but are you and your neighbors really ready for them? While research shows the demand for Internet of Things (IoT) devices is likely to skyrocket over the next few years, the security implications of the IoT aren’t so rosy. Current online threats will become much closer to home as more people use IoT devices to “smarten” up their houses, and new security challenges are sure to emerge.
Read MoreA scammer might be a phone call away
When you have a question, you probably turn to the Internet….but that’s what’s makes this new scam so scary. Scammers are using our urge to find information online to set up unsuspecting victims. They are setting up fake websites and customer service lines that seem to be associated with big name companies.
Read MoreWeekly tech news roundup for September 4
Reviews of Google’s OnHub router are in, check out a “shut up and take my money” item sure to be on the top of every holiday wish list, and if you’re an Amazon Prime member, be sure to take advantage of their latest streaming feature this weekend. All this and more in this week’s tech news roundup.
Read MoreCommunity Connections: Links for Lauren, Ducky Day, lending a truck
TDS receives many invitations to participate in events, become a corporate sponsor, or simply donate items for giveaways. Unfortunately we can’t say yes to all of them. However, we recently said yes to include Links for Lauren and Ducky Days. Plus, a few our techs chipped in and helped out the Fayetteville-Perry, Ohio school district.
Read More“Mad Max: Fury Road” comes to TDS TV on Demand
This week TDS TV on Demand brings one of the year’s biggest – and best – hits: “Mad Max: Fury Road.” In addition, there are several well-done dramas, including the romance “Age of Adaline” and the Brian Wilson biopic “Love & Mercy.”
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