My worst tech purchase ever

As you can see from my profile picture above, I’ve been around the tech industry for a while now. And while I’ve surely learned a thing or two over the years, much of that wisdom has come at a heavy price.  I’ve spent years following dead-end technologies down rabbit holes, getting up to speed on promising new software that never came close to living up to its hype, and jumping on board publications that were just about to give up the ghost. But lately I took some time to think about the absolutely worst tech product I ever bought with my own hard-earned dineros. And as it turned out, it was pretty much a no-brainer to settle on the winner (or loser, I guess, depending on how you look at it) as well as two runners-up. To read this article in full or to leave a comment, please click here

Worth Reading: Fix EULAs

Traditionally, once a person has purchased a product, she has been free to use it however she sees fit without oversight or control from the copyright owner. Purchasers have also been free to use competitors’ add-on software and hardware that interoperate with the goods they buy, because innovators have been able to develop and distribute such technologies. That expectation is upended when it comes to products that come with embedded software, from tractors to refrigerators to toasters and children’s toys. That software is supposed to make our stuff smarter, but it also makes our stuff not really ours. —EFF

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41% off Netgear Arlo Security System Wireless HD Camera, Indoor/Outdoor, Night Vision – Deal Alert

The Arlo camera is a 100 Percent Wire-Free, completely wireless, HD smart home security camera – so you can get exactly the shot you need – inside or out. The Arlo camera is weatherproof and includes motion detection, night vision, and apps. It can capture clips and send you alerts whether you’re at home or away for round-the-clock peace of mind.  These motion activated cameras initiate automatic recording and alert you via email or app notifications. Free apps enable remote monitoring from anywhere and with the built-in night vision you’ll even see in dark.  This security camera currently averages 4 out of 5 stars on Amazon from almost 10,000 customers (read reviews) and its list price of $219.99 is currently discounted 41% to $129.99.To read this article in full or to leave a comment, please click here

41% off Netgear Arlo Security System Wireless HD Camera, Indoor/Outdoor, Night Vision – Deal Alert

The Arlo camera is a 100 Percent Wire-Free, completely wireless, HD smart home security camera – so you can get exactly the shot you need – inside or out. The Arlo camera is weatherproof and includes motion detection, night vision, and apps. It can capture clips and send you alerts whether you’re at home or away for round-the-clock peace of mind.  These motion activated cameras initiate automatic recording and alert you via email or app notifications. Free apps enable remote monitoring from anywhere and with the built-in night vision you’ll even see in dark.  This security camera currently averages 4 out of 5 stars on Amazon from almost 10,000 customers (read reviews) and its list price of $219.99 is currently discounted 41% to $129.99.To read this article in full or to leave a comment, please click here

41% off Netgear Arlo Security System Wireless HD Camera, Indoor/Outdoor, Night Vision – Deal Alert

The Arlo camera is a 100 Percent Wire-Free, completely wireless, HD smart home security camera – so you can get exactly the shot you need – inside or out. The Arlo camera is weatherproof and includes motion detection, night vision, and apps. It can capture clips and send you alerts whether you’re at home or away for round-the-clock peace of mind.  These motion activated cameras initiate automatic recording and alert you via email or app notifications. Free apps enable remote monitoring from anywhere and with the built-in night vision you’ll even see in dark.  This security camera currently averages 4 out of 5 stars on Amazon from almost 10,000 customers (read reviews) and its list price of $219.99 is currently discounted 41% to $129.99.To read this article in full or to leave a comment, please click here

Guy who swore off smartphones tries to use a smartphone

For the past several years, I have been completely free of smartphones and cell phone. For a variety of reasons (mostly privacy related), I have simply avoided them.  My life really hasn’t been worse because of it. I still have portable computing devices (tablets, UMPCs, PDAs and the like) that allow me to communicate with the world while on the go—I just need to find a Wi-Fi hotspot to do so. A minor annoyance, to be sure, but it seems like a reasonable trade-off for the increase in personal privacy and security.  Then again, it’s been so many years since I’ve had a cell phone. What if my understanding of the value of having a good smartphone is outdated? What if smartphones have improved so dramatically that their value would outweigh the privacy concerns?To read this article in full or to leave a comment, please click here

44% off HAVIT Rainbow Backlit Wired Gaming Keyboard and Mouse Combo – Deal Alert

Keyboard is splash resistant, anti-skid, and features simultaneous operation of up to 19 keys without conflict and 12 multimedia keys. Rainbow LED Backlit with multiple modes including breathing, which exists on the mouse as well. The highly rated gaming keyboard/mouse combo is discounted 44%, from $57 to just $32. See it on Amazon.To read this article in full or to leave a comment, please click here

Kaspersky Lab employee reportedly arrested in Russia on treason charges

One of the leading cybercrime investigators at antivirus vendor Kaspersky Lab was reportedly arrested in Russia as part of a probe into activities that could represent high treason. According to Russian newspaper Kommersant, Ruslan Stoyanov, the head of the computer incidents investigation team at Kaspersky, was arrested in December as part of an investigation that also targeted Sergei Mikhailov, the deputy head of the Information Security Center at the FSB, Russia's internal security service. Russian authorities are investigating Mikhailov in connection to the receipt of money from a foreign organization, an unnamed source close to the FSB reportedly told the newspaper.To read this article in full or to leave a comment, please click here

Kaspersky Lab employee reportedly arrested in Russia on treason charges

One of the leading cybercrime investigators at antivirus vendor Kaspersky Lab was reportedly arrested in Russia as part of a probe into activities that could represent high treason. According to Russian newspaper Kommersant, Ruslan Stoyanov, the head of the computer incidents investigation team at Kaspersky, was arrested in December as part of an investigation that also targeted Sergei Mikhailov, the deputy head of the Information Security Center at the FSB, Russia's internal security service. Russian authorities are investigating Mikhailov in connection to the receipt of money from a foreign organization, an unnamed source close to the FSB reportedly told the newspaper.To read this article in full or to leave a comment, please click here

Russia’s FSB arrests Kaspersky’s top cybercrime investigator for treason

A top-notch cybercrime investigator, who heads up the Kaspersky Lab team that investigates hacks, has been arrested by Russian law enforcement for possible treason.An unnamed source close to Russia’s Federal Security Service (FSB) told the newspaper Kommersant that Ruslan Stoyanov may be linked to an investigation into Sergei Mikhailov, a deputy chief of the FSB’s Center for Information Security. Both men were arrested in December.Kaspersky Lab confirmed the report of Stoyanov’s arrest in Kommersant, then tweeted the following statement: “The case against this employee does not involve Kaspersky Lab. The employee, who is Head of the Computer Incidents Teams, is under investigation for a period predating his employment at Kaspersky Lab. We do not possess details of the investigation.”To read this article in full or to leave a comment, please click here

Russia’s FSB arrests Kaspersky’s top cybercrime investigator for treason

A top-notch cybercrime investigator, who heads up the Kaspersky Lab team that investigates hacks, has been arrested by Russian law enforcement for possible treason.An unnamed source close to Russia’s Federal Security Service (FSB) told the newspaper Kommersant that Ruslan Stoyanov may be linked to an investigation into Sergei Mikhailov, a deputy chief of the FSB’s Center for Information Security. Both men were arrested in December.Kaspersky Lab confirmed the report of Stoyanov’s arrest in Kommersant, then tweeted the following statement: “The case against this employee does not involve Kaspersky Lab. The employee, who is Head of the Computer Incidents Teams, is under investigation for a period predating his employment at Kaspersky Lab. We do not possess details of the investigation.”To read this article in full or to leave a comment, please click here

Russia’s FSB arrests Kaspersky’s top cybercrime investigator allegedly for treason

A top-notch cybercrime investigator, who heads up the Kaspersky Lab team that investigates hacks, has been arrested by Russian law enforcement for possible treason.An unnamed source close to Russia’s Federal Security Service (FSB) told the newspaper Kommersant that Ruslan Stoyanov may be linked to an investigating into Sergei Mikhailov, a deputy chief of the FSB’s Center for Information Security. Both men were arrested in December.Kaspersky Lab confirmed the report of Stoyanov’s arrest in Kommersant, then tweeted the following statement: “The case against this employee does not involve Kaspersky Lab. The employee, who is Head of the Computer Incidents Teams, is under investigation for a period predating his employment at Kaspersky Lab. We do not possess details of the investigation.”To read this article in full or to leave a comment, please click here

Apple plans for manufacturing in India gain momentum

Apple’s plans to manufacture in India made headway on Wednesday as executives of the company presented detailed plans to the country's federal government.It may be some time though, before Apple gets permission for its proposal to manufacture in India as it reportedly involves a request for deep cuts in the import duties for components. The meeting on Wednesday is said to have ended inconclusively, according to sources close to the situation.The Apple executives included Priya Balasubramaniam, a company vice president."We've been working hard to develop our operations in India and are proud to deliver the best products and services in the world to our customers here,” Apple said in a statement after the meeting. “We appreciate the constructive and open dialogue we’ve had with government about further expanding our local operations.”To read this article in full or to leave a comment, please click here

Apple’s plans for manufacturing in India gain momentum

Apple’s plans to manufacture in India made headway on Wednesday as executives of the company presented detailed plans to the country's federal government. It may be some time though, before Apple gets permission for its proposal to manufacture in India as it reportedly involves a request for deep cuts in the import duties for components. The meeting on Wednesday is said to have ended inconclusively, according to sources close to the situation. The Apple executives included Priya Balasubramaniam, a company vice president. "We've been working hard to develop our operations in India and are proud to deliver the best products and services in the world to our customers here,” Apple said in a statement after the meeting. “We appreciate the constructive and open dialogue we’ve had with government about further expanding our local operations.”To read this article in full or to leave a comment, please click here

US safety agency wants improved safety standards for batteries

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission said Tuesday that industry needs to learn from the Galaxy Note7 experience and put more safeguards in place during the design and manufacturing stages of lithium-ion batteries.CPSC said Samsung Electronics “has been accountable in taking steps to drive up the recall response rate and keeps pushing.” Samsung and the agency are working with the wireless industry, battery makers and electrical engineers to review voluntary standards for lithium-ion batteries in smartphones, said agency chairman Elliot Kaye in a statement.Samsung and external experts such as Exponent and Underwriters Laboratories will also share details from the investigation, she added.To read this article in full or to leave a comment, please click here

8 tips for organizing your workspace

Did you know that January 12, 2017 was national Clean Off Your Desk day? No? You're not the only one who missed the official day of observance, but you can still start the year off with a clean workspace. Organizing your workspace can help to organize your mind, too.Dan Lee, Director of standing desk company NextDesk, knows a little something about the design and functionality of desks; here are his eight tips for cleaning and organizing your workspace (and your mind) for the year ahead.To read this article in full or to leave a comment, please click here

Four lesser-known Wi-Fi security threats and how to defend against them

It’s common knowledge that the best way to protect your home Wi-Fi network is by using a strong password. This will keep uninvited guests away and protect your network so eavesdroppers can’t intercept your communications. And we’ve known for more than a decade now that the old Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) is so insecure that cracking it is practically child’s play.ALSO ON NETWORK WORLD: 9 tips for speeding up your business Wi-Fi Once you’ve protected your network with Wi-Fi Protected Access 2 (WPA2), here are four other vulnerability scenarios you should guard against.To read this article in full or to leave a comment, please click here

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