If you typically ignore computer bug warnings and alerts this is one you should take seriously. It is called the Heartbleed bug and it is a hole in the secure connection between your computer and internet servers that you often query for information. Prior to the bug detection experts estimated that it affected more than […]
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Despite Flaw With iPhone’s iOS7, Use It
After feeling the pressure from law enforcement officials from many municipalities, Apple became the first major cell phone manufacturer to incorporate an anti-theft function (activation lock) in its operating system (OS). You may remember that I commented on the cell phone manufacturers and wireless providers resistance to help reduce cell phone theft (Opinion: Why Won’t […]
Three Reasons Groupon Is Still In Trouble Even After Firing Its CEO
As many of you know, this week Groupon fired its chief executive believing that under new leadership the money-losing company will be able to make a turn around. According to Executive Chairman Eric Lefkofsky, the Chicago-based e-commerce site is “inches away from greatness.” I am sorry Eric but I do not see it unless Groupon’s […]
Do Not Sell or Trade-in Your iPhone Before Reading This.
So you either have that new iPhone or you are seriously considering buying a new one. Whatever you do, do not make the mistake that other iPhone owners do. Before you get rid of your iPhone you should do two things. Erase your data from the old phone. iPhone (smart phones in general) are minicomputers. […]
Opinion: Facebook IPO
On Friday May 18, 2012 Facebook went public and started trading on the NASDAQ stock exchange. The initial evaluation was set at $38/share. Prior to the initial public offering (IPO) some speculated that the initial value could be set up to as much as $45/share. Between Friday and Monday, friends and colleagues asked me if […]