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Today on Beyond Connected, we’re answering your biggest cybersecurity questions – from suspicious texts to deepfake scams and outdated computers.
Are you unknowingly putting your personal data at risk? Let’s break it all down.
In this episode:
- Is this text message a scam? Here’s how to find out.
- Is a dedicated financial computer a smart idea? If you do it right, yes!
- How do I save my loved one from a deepfake impersonation or romance scam? This one’s tricky…I’ll walk you through it.
- Shouldn’t the FTC help with these impersonation scams? Yes, but it’s not that simple.
- How do I know if my computer is too old? I’ve got a nifty list you can reference to find out if your operating system is too old. And if it is, you may be at risk.
Links mentioned in the podcast:
- 10 ways to secure your older Mac from threats and malware
- AI deepfake romance scam stole her home and life savings
- How to not fall in love with AI-powered romance scammers
- Got a suspicious bank text? Here’s how to tell if it’s a scam
- Don’t fall for this sneaky nameless number text scam
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