Articles by larry

TikTok, which is available to users over 13, is enormously popular among teens around the world, including in the United States.  On Wednesday, Cormac Keenan, head of Trust and Safety for Europe, Middle East and […]

Samsung’s Galaxy Z Flip smartphone is something of a throw back to the old fashioned “flip” phones. But while you can buy a flip phone today for under $50, the Samsung version will set you […]

Two of the many things about modern technology that I find annoying are devices that require you to use a remote control for basic operations and devices and services that unnecessarily require you to use […]

Millions of people use online dating services and many have excellent outcomes. But, as with anything you do online, you need to take some precautions — especially if you plan to meet with the person. […]

Julie Spira knows a lot about looking for love in all the right online places. Her website Cyber-Dating Expert is the go-to place for people looking for online dating advice. She’s also an author and […]

View the livestream (Tues, Feb 11 at 10:00 AM Pacific (1 PM ET)   The theme for Safer Internet Day 2020 celebration on Tuesday, February 11 is “Together for a better internet.” ConnectSafely.org, the nonprofit […]

The Wall Street journal is reporting that the Department of Homeland Security and Customs and Border Patrol (CPB) are using a commercial database of cell phone locations to ” detect undocumented immigrants and others who […]

Netflix has two autoplay features. One automatically plays the next episode in a series and the other autoplays previews while browsing. Personally I like the first option. When I’m binge watching, I like having the […]

If you missed Google’s Superbowl ad or just want to re-watch it, click above to see what all the fuss is about. And read on to see why on one prominent tech commentator called it […]

I think a lot about unintended consequences.  That’s certainly the case when it comes to laws. Some of the best-intentioned legislation designed to help a great many people winds up hurting or inconveniencing some of […]