Digital Self-Defense

Digital Self-Defense

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Digital Self-Defense episodes

  • 25. CrowdStrike - Your Questions Answered.

    Thank you for your questions, our lovely listeners!  

    We had so many questions about CrowdStrike that we are interrupting our previously planned episodes to answer them.  

    We answer the what, the why, and the how.  

    There's a glimpse into the future and what we might do to prepare for our other technology breakdowns.  

    If you have any questions we didn't answer, come ask us on our forum.  

    Join us for free in the IHP Academy!  

    The official response and all the details from CrowdStrike themselves.

    30 min
  • 24. Listener Request: Spread the Word About This Attack

    This is our first episode dedicated specifically to a listener request.  

    We will be doing them the 3rd Friday of every month.  

    This month, our listener shared a news article that he wanted us to share and talk about.  

    We break down exactly how the attack works and steps you can take to protect yourself.  

    Listen now, then share it with anyone you care about.  

    Join us for free in the IHP Academy!

    The original news article the listener shared.

    MacRumors, one of my sources for all things Apple, also covers this attack.

    Apple's advice on protecting yourself.

    What to expect when in contact with Apple Support.

    32 min
  • 23. Keep the Hackers Out, Part 1

    Have you ever thought about how many online accounts you have?  

    Are all of them well protected?  

    Overwhelmed just thinking about that question?  

    In this series of episodes we will help you break down this task into manageable parts.  

    Listen now, then join us for free in the IHP Academy!  

    Your Critical Accounts

    20 min
  • 22. Will Norton Keep Me Safe?

    Is Norton the answer to all your computer security woes?  

    What does their service provide?  

    Most importantly, can Norton be trusted to keep your computer safe?  

    Listen now, then come share your thoughts with us in our free community forum.  

    Norton's Virus Protection Promise

    Norton's parent company

    Avast acquires AVG

    Avast sells user data

    Uninstall Norton

    Enable Microsoft's free antivirus

    25 min
  • 21. The Missing Warning Label for Microsoft Windows.

    Are you excited for the new Microsoft Copilot+ PCs?  

    They have a lot of cool sounding features.  

    One of them raises some serious security concerns.  

    Before you buy one, listen to this episode.  

    Then come share your thoughts with us on our forum.  

    Microsoft delays Recall amid privacy and security concerns

    22 min
  • 19. Don't Be a Punching Bag for Spam

    Start fighting back against spam. 

    Listen now to learn the simple thing you can start doing now. 

    Then visit here for help getting started. 

    If you are serious about leveling up your digital defenses, join us in the Security Dojo!

    11 min
  • 18. Stop Encouraging Spammers

    Learn now to learn about a sneaky thing hidden in your email. 

    Then visit here for instructions on how to configure it. 

    Doing this will help you in your battle against spam. 

    You can sign up for notifications of new podcast episodes by clicking here. 

    If you are ready to level up your digital defenses, join us in the Security Dojo! 

    10 min
  • 17. Cut Your Email Spam to 10 Per Year

    Would you like to reduce your spam email to just 10 a year? 

    I've been doing it for 13 years. 

    Listen now to hear how. 

    You can sign up for notifications of new podcast episodes by clicking here. 

    If you are ready to level up your digital defenses, join us in the Security Dojo! 

    10 min
  • 16. Eliminating Email Exhaustion, Part 1

    Are you exhausted by just the thought of checking email? 

    Do you worry you'll click on the wrong thing? 

    Join us for our next several episodes as we explore solutions. 

    Are you ready to level up your digital defenses? 

    Save your spot in the Security Dojo today! 

    Questions? Talk to Makani 

    You can sign up for notifications of new podcast episodes by clicking here. 

    13 min

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The Digital Self-Defense podcast is your fastest path to a safer digital life. Learn our three simple safety skills to stay ahead of the bad guys, protect what matters, and keep up with changes in technology - even AI.