Category: Tech Support - Kletke Tech Resources

Connect Safely: Tips for Dealing with Teen Sexting

3/11/2019

Connect Safely:
Tips for Dealing with Teen Sexting

“Sexting” usually refers to the sharing of nude or semi-nude and sexually provocative photos via mobile phones, but it can happen on other devices and the Web too. First of all, research shows most teens don’t “sext.” And most of those who do experience no negative consequences. But for teens who do sext, there are both psychological and legal risks, especially if coercion is involved and the images wind up being distributed beyond their intended audience. Sexting is certainly not just a teen issue, but these tips are specifically for teens and parents of teens.

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How to Geek: Common Smart Home Myths

2/4/2019

Common Smart Home Myths

Smarthome technology has come a long way. It still isn’t for everyone, but some of the common myths people use to avoid smarthome tech aren’t true. Smarthomes don’t have to be expensive, and they aren’t always listening to you, for example.

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5 Creative Uses for Smart Plugs

2/1/2019

5 Creative Uses for Smart Plugs

One of the best values in all of the smart home technology available is the handy smart plug. They’re cheap, but they can do a lot. Here are a handful of creative uses if you find yourself pondering the implications.

First off, if you just bought a smart plug and aren’t quite sure how to set it up and get going, we have some guides on a few different models—like Eufy, ConnectSense, and Belkin—but for the most part, the process is similar on many other models. And if you haven’t bought one yet and are still deciding, maybe this will help.

With all that said, here are some cool and fun uses for smart plugs that might prove useful to you.

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Parental Guides to Cell Phones

1/24/2019

Parental Guides to Cell Phones

There has been much written and distributed regarding "If," "When," and "Should" children be given Cell/Smart phones. AND all agree, there are no hard and fast rules.

“Wireless empowers kids to be able to learn, engage and communicate with their teachers, classmates and friends. At the same time, it’s important for parents to talk with their kids about responsible use, as well as the family rules and consequences if those rules are broken. By setting these expectations, parents will help their kids enjoy the benefits of wireless technology.” said Jamie Hastings, Vice President, External and State Affairs for CTIA."

I have a small collection of very good resources regarding this topic. It is time to begin your family's technology plan regarding Mobile devices. Click on the links below to begin your process!

Good Shepherd Church - Charlotte, NC
Parent's Guide to Giving the First Cell Phone

AT&T
A Parents' Guide to Mobile Phones

Today's Parent
An Age by Age Guide to Kids and Smart Phones

Today's Parent
The Technology Trap: Should You Give Your Kid a Smart Phone?

Will Credit Monitoring PROTECT You?

12/20/2018

Will Credit Monitoring PROTECT You?

After a major data breach, it’s hard to know whether your information has been compromised and how to protect yourself afterward. Businesses have cropped up that offer credit monitoring services—peace of mind for a price. But should you pay for them, or even sign up for a free trial?

Credit monitoring services, like LifeLock or Identity Guard, offer a range of monitoring “plans” that run from $10 to $30 a month. While these different plans come with different perks, they all do one basic thing—routinely check your credit reports and alert you when there’s suspicious activity. That’s right; credit monitoring services don’t prevent your identity from being stolen, they just let you know when it’s been stolen.

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FOSI: Seven Steps to Good Digital Parenting

12/19/2018

FOSI: Seven Steps to Good Digital Parenting

Download our handy tool to access the links included in the Seven Steps. These additional resources provide more in-depth advice to support you as you manage tech use in your home.

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FOSI: Clean-up Your Digital Footprint

12/18/2018

FOSI: Clean-up Your Digital Footprint

Looking to improve your digital footprint?
Here are seven easy tips that cover everything from checking your privacy settings to thinking before you post.
Just download the list to get started on building a safer and more responsible online presence.

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How to Geek: How to Check Your iPhone's Battery Health

12/13/2018

How to Geek: How to Check Your iPhone's Battery Health

iOS includes several useful tools for displaying how much battery life your iPhone has left, as well as which apps are consuming the most of your battery. However, none of these tools actually tell you anything about your battery’s long-term health, which is just as important.

Battery Health vs. Battery Life

Battery health is different than battery life. Battery life determines how long your battery lasts on a single charge, but your battery health determines how much your battery life diminishes over time. After a year, your battery life won’t be as long as when the phone was new, and it will continue to degrade as the years go by.

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How to Geek: HTTPS Is Almost Everywhere. So Why Isn’t the Internet Secure Now?

12/8/2018

How to Geek:
HTTPS Is Almost Everywhere. So Why Isn’t the Internet Secure Now?

Most web traffic online is now sent over an HTTPS connection, making it “secure.” In fact, Google now warns that unencrypted HTTP sites are “Not Secure.” So why is there still so much malware, phishing, and other dangerous activity online?

Chrome used to display the word “Secure” and a green padlock in the address bar when you were visiting a website using HTTPS. Modern versions of Chrome simple have a little gray lock icon here, without the word “Secure.”

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How to Geek: Unfollow People on Facebook for a Happier Life

12/1/2018

How to Geek: Unfollow People on Facebook for a Happier Life

Facebook is a great place to keep in touch with friends and family—especially those for whom you’d like to do so at a distance. Unfortunately, your friends list is probably filled with people you can’t unfriend but would prefer not to hear from. Go ahead and unfollow them.

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