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Zero Trust Explained: Paranoia Is the New Antivirus

June

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  • Angie MarCo
  • June 24, 2025
  • Online Literacy and Education

Zero Trust Explained: Paranoia Is the New Antivirus

Let’s face it: the internet is a wild west, but with fewer cowboys and way more phishing emails. Security threats lurk in every hyperlink and harmless-looking cat video. For years, we’ve tried to fight fire with…slightly better firewalls, elaborate passwords (P@$$w0rd1234, anyone?), and trusty antivirus software that somehow always flags “solitaire.exe” as a danger to national security.

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Meme Masters: The Unspoken Heroes Behind the Internet’s Laughter

June

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  • Angie MarCo
  • June 12, 2025
  • Online Literacy and Education

Meme Masters: The Unspoken Heroes Behind the Internet's Laughter

On the vast stage of the internet, where videos of dancing cats and conspiracy theories about pigeons being government spies coexist, there is a unique breed of individuals quietly shaping our collective consciousness. They are the unsung heroes, the unlicensed therapists, and the purveyors of joy: the meme masters.

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Beyond GPS: The Benefits and Concerns of Location Tracking on Your Favorite Apps

April

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  • Angie MarCo
  • April 17, 2025
  • Online Literacy and Education

Beyond GPS: The Benefits and Concerns of Location Tracking on Your Favorite Apps

Location tracking has become an integral part of our daily lives, seamlessly woven into the fabric of our favorite apps. From finding the nearest coffee shop to navigating our way through unfamiliar streets, we have become accustomed to having our whereabouts monitored. But what are the benefits and the drawbacks of this ever-present digital guardian? Let's explore this fascinating topic with a dose of humor and a sprinkle of skepticism.

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How SSO Turns Your Password Nightmares into Daydreams

March

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  • Angie MarCo
  • March 4, 2025
  • Online Literacy and Education

How SSO Turns Your Password Nightmares into Daydreams

We’ve all been there. It’s a Monday morning, you’re on your second cup of coffee, and you’re trying to log into your work email. You type in what you think is your password, only to be greeted by that dreaded red message: “Incorrect password.” Panic sets in as you realize you have approximately 47 different passwords, and none of them seem to be the right one. Welcome to the digital age, where password fatigue is a real and terrifying phenomenon. But fear not, brave internet traveler, for Single Sign-On (SSO) is here to save the day!

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Voice Assistants: The AI Friends Who Never Judge Your Weird Questions

February

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  • Angie MarCo
  • February 27, 2025
  • Online Literacy and Education

Voice Assistants: The AI Friends Who Never Judge Your Weird Questions

Voice assistants have become the unsung heroes of our daily lives, always ready to answer our queries, set reminders, and even tell us a joke or two. From Siri to Alexa and Google Assistant, these AI pals are always there for us, no matter how bizarre our questions may be. They don’t judge if you ask them to play the latest pop hit for the tenth time in a row or if you need a reminder to water your plants. They dutifully respond with unwavering patience, making them the perfect non-judgmental companions in our increasingly digital world.

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QR Codes Unmasked: Not Just Fancy Squares, But Wizards of Convenience

February

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  • Angie MarCo
  • February 20, 2025
  • Online Literacy and Education

QR Codes Unmasked: Not Just Fancy Squares, But Wizards of Convenience

In a world swarming with technological gizmos and gadgets, it’s easy to overlook the humble QR code. Many of us have seen those quaint, pixelated squares in our day-to-day lives—on restaurant menus, business cards, and even gravestones (yes, that’s a thing). But have you ever stopped to ponder the wizardry behind these cryptic squares? Buckle up, dear reader, as we unmask the magic of QR codes and reveal how these seemingly simple patterns are the sorcerers of convenience we never knew we needed.

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