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Privacy vs. Security

Posted on March 30, 2018March 30, 2018 By Michael Kavka No Comments on Privacy vs. Security

The GDPR is coming, The GDPR is coming!!! Well all know that the GDPR goes into effect in May. As I was listening to the Defensive Security Podcast this week, they started talking a bit about how the privacy laws can affect security and security posture. It is odd to think that something like privacy…

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Google, What have you done?

Posted on August 15, 2011 By Michael Kavka No Comments on Google, What have you done?

Google uses the moniker, “Don’t Be Evil,” but is that the truth behind the company? A look at Google Plus might change your mind. Google+ is an interesting creature. One that is gaining popularity rather quickly. It is also one that might not last due to Google’s own policies. The buzz around Google wanting people…

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Facbook Video Chat

Posted on July 12, 2011July 13, 2011 By Michael Kavka No Comments on Facbook Video Chat

Last week Facebook announced a new video chat powered by Skype. The question is, what does this mean for privacy? Facebooks announcement last week of now having the ability to have video chats with friends was a big announcement. It meant that Facebook was doing something other chat systems have had for years. The partnership…

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