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Hackers Are Hijacking Macs to Mine Crypto | Compute This

That emergency Mac update Thor warned you about last week? Crooks are now actively using the flaw it fixes to break into Macs with no password required, then quietly turning them into crypto-mining machines. If you skipped the update, your Mac may be running hot, running slow, and running up someone else's electric bill.

This week Thor walks through the stories that hit closest to home, from the Mac hack that's already costing people money to a hard lesson about trusting the cloud with the only copy of anything you care about.

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Losing your data isn't something you want to think about after it's already gone. The team at Schrock Innovations in Lincoln can set you up with a backup plan that keeps your files safe whether the cloud cooperates or not. Stop in or visit schrockinnovations.com to get started.

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Apple's Emergency Mac Update: Fix the Screen Sharing Flaw Tonight | Compute This

Apple just rushed out an emergency patch for a Mac Screen Sharing flaw that lets an attacker skip your password and take full control of your computer. If you own a Mac, this is a tonight job, not a someday job, and Thor walks you through exactly where to click to get protected.

This week's episode runs through the security fixes and tech news that actually affect your day: Apple's urgent update, Microsoft finally admitting Windows 11 has been quietly broken for years, and a ransomware kingpin who just ran out of places to hide. It's the plain-English version of what to do and why it matters.

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Whether it's a Mac that needs patching or a Windows machine that needs a clean, safe upgrade, Schrock Innovations in Papillion can handle it without the jargon or the upsell. Stop in, call, or start online, and let Thor put your tech worries to rest.

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Hackers Broke Into America's Water Systems | Compute This

Iran-linked hackers just broke into water utilities across the U.S. The entry point wasn't some genius zero-day exploit; it was default passwords nobody bothered to change. Thor breaks down what actually happened, why utilities in Minnesota and Michigan had to switch to manual operations, and the reassuring part: the water itself stayed safe the whole time.

This episode is for anyone who wants the real story behind the headlines, minus the panic, plus a heads-up on a few tech issues that could be sitting in your own house or business right now.

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If your computer's been freezing, restarting on its own, or throwing blue screens, that's often a memory problem, and it's exactly the kind of thing Schrock Innovations catches for free during a Checkup, often still covered under warranty. Stop by the Schrock Innovations Papillion location and let's get it looked at before it gets worse.

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Got an alert about the Chick-fil-A data breach? This week we cover what hit roughly 13,000 customers, why credential stuffing keeps working, and the password habit that keeps you off the next breach list. We also dig into the McAfee pop-up taking over new LG monitors and how to spot a sales pitch dressed up as a security warning.

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The Schrock Innovations team in Papillion is here when tech gets in your way. On next week's episode: why hands-on computer maintenance makes all the difference in an AI world.

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If you let Chrome or Edge remember your passwords, this is the week to pay attention. A fast-spreading strain of "password stealer" malware is raiding saved logins straight out of the browser, and it is getting in through a fake "click to fix" popup that looks harmless. Thor breaks down how the attack works, why it can walk right past two-factor authentication, and the one simple thing that actually stops it.

From there it is a full slate of the tech that hits your wallet and your peace of mind. Thor gets into the real cost of skipping a laptop warranty, why hard drive prices are climbing again, and the AI story everyone is talking about: a famous life coach's AI assistant that went and bought itself a robot dog. Whether you are protecting your data, shopping for a new machine, or just trying to keep up with where AI is going, there is something here for you.

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The thread running through all of it is simple: the right protection and the right advice save you money and headaches down the road. That is exactly what the team at Schrock Innovations in Papillion does every day, from stopping password-stealing malware with solid antivirus to helping you decide when a warranty is worth it. Stop in, give them a call, or start a conversation online, and get your technology handled by people who actually pick up the phone.

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Nearly seven million drivers just had their personal information exposed in the AssuranceAmerica breach, including their driver's license numbers. If a letter from your insurer shows up this week, don't throw it out. This is the kind of leak that fuels one of today's fastest-growing scams, where criminals can sound and even look like someone you trust.

Thor explains how one targeted employee can crack a whole company open, and walks through the simple steps that actually keep you protected.

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A breach like this can feel overwhelming, and that is exactly what Schrock Innovations is here for. The team at the Papillion service center can set you up with real protection and give you honest answers, so you get ahead of the threat instead of cleaning up after it.

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Apple just pushed an emergency iPhone update, and this one's worth two minutes of your time. iOS 26.5.2 patches 29 security holes, including WebKit bugs where a single tapped link — no browser needed — could quietly grab passwords, two-factor codes, and card numbers off your screen. Plug in tonight and let it install while you sleep.

This Independence Day episode also covers a Supreme Court ruling on your phone's location privacy, how businesses wall off customer data, and a few lighter moments for America 250.

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At Schrock Innovations, we keep your technology safe and running without the jargon or the runaround. Our Des Moines Service Center just got a full network-security upgrade, and the same team is ready to help you — with fast turnaround all holiday week.

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Windows 10 is winding down, but there's a twist: home users just got another free year of security updates, while businesses face a Microsoft bill that doubles every year they wait. This episode tells you how much time you really have — and what dragging your feet will cost.

From there, Thor covers the scams targeting your parents, why your next computer or game console is about to get pricier, and the jaw-dropping story of a security exec who tore out his own company's two-factor login.

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Anyone trying to make smart, money-saving tech decisions for their home or small business will enjoy this episode.

Whether your Windows 10 machine needs a check-up, an upgrade, or a clean migration to Windows 11, the team at Schrock Innovations makes it painless. Stop by our Papillion service center and a friendly expert will handle the upgrade, lock down your security, and keep you running long after the deadline passes.

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AI agents are everywhere in the news right now — but what can they actually do for you? From tools that book appointments and manage your calendar to smart assistants that handle repetitive work tasks, this episode breaks down what's real, what's coming, and how everyday people can start using AI agents today.

We also tackle smart home upgrades, answer a listener question about keeping kids safe online, and get hands-on building a mini AI agent live on air.

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Anyone who uses technology in their daily life — which is basically all of us — will enjoy this episode.

Schrock Innovations helps people and businesses across Nebraska and Iowa make technology work for them — not the other way around. Whether you're in Omaha, Papillion, Lincoln, or Des Moines, the team is ready to help with everything from smart home setups to keeping your devices secure.

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Your cable company just handed your personal information to hackers. This week on Compute This, we break down the Charter/Spectrum data breach that exposed 4.9 million accounts—including names, phone numbers, and home addresses—all because hackers tricked a single employee over the phone. It matters right now because the same social-engineering and AI-powered tactics behind this breach are spreading fast, and the old antivirus tools most people rely on simply can't keep up.

We also dig into how Russian hackers are now building entire attack campaigns—phishing emails, malware, and infrastructure—using AI tools like ChatGPT and Gemini, which makes cybercriminals faster and harder to spot than ever. If you're a business owner, IT decision-maker, or anyone who wants to understand how today's threats actually reach your inbox (and what real protection looks like), this episode gives you the plain-English breakdown you need.

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These are exactly the threats Schrock Innovations helps you defend against. Modern protection like Sophos guards your network against the phishing, social engineering, and breaches making headlines—and right now Sophos is $100 on the last day of the sale. Catch the replay at schrockinnovations.com, if you bought a maintenance checkup certificate you summer is the time to use it, and if you're looking to join the team, see open positions at schrockinnovations.com/jobs.

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