Security Risks involved when using Social Media Sites at Work.

Network security firm WatchGuard Technologies released a list of social media at high risk of corporate network security.

This threat try warned President & CEO of WatchGuard, Joe Wang.

“According to our research, the threat to corporate networks of the fastest growth today,” said Wang.

In his presentation explained, a number of research institutions have reported that the United States lost billions U.S. dollars per year due to reduced productivity.  more ...

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"... Playing It Safe!"

PC1News.com has a great piece about online gaming, and the dangers involved in the virtual relationships created.

Is there any harm with aiding a "friend" that's trap in a building surrounded by the enemy?

Can a harmless game of "Mafia Wars" wipe out my savings?

Should we be concerned about the games we play?

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Friend or Feind?

On last evening I came across an interesting article entitled, "Fake Profiles On Fakebook/Facebook!"

Individuals create these fake accounts to wreak havoc in the lives of their "virtual friends."

Are your friends really who the say they are?

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Terrified While on Vacation

All of this virtual security talk had me a little spooked. When posting on fb the last two weeks, I was careful not to say anything about my being away from home. I was actually scared that someone would post a picture or comment on the events that took place and I would be robbed. 

Was I being overly cautious, or just paranoid?

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Social network users more open with virtual friends

How much would you tell a virtual friend? It appears that people tell more to their virtual friends (vf) than their best friend forever (bff).  

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Social network users more open with virtual friends

Social Networking Identity Fraud

Good article I came across, but forgot to share.

Social Networking Identity Fraud

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"Facebook Friend Exporter"

I read a very interesting article on cnet news on Tuesday, dealing with fb's decision to block the export of "friends" contact information. I would like your opinion on their actions. Where they trying to protect their users identity or themselves? 


 

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http://news.cnet.com/8301-30685_3-20076774-264/facebook-blocks-contact-exporting-tool/?tag=mncol;2n