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The camera in your smart phone might be equipped with something called "geo-tagging" and it's small signature could help cyber criminals track down where you are, and where you are not. More>>
A simple 10-minute plan can help ease some of the headaches, and heartaches, that come with having your computer stolen. More>>
Cyber criminals target children because they can use their social security numbers as their own without getting caught quickly. More>>
You try to turn on your phone and nothing happens. It's completely dead. WBTV's Cyber Expert gives you hope that all is not necessarily lost. More>>
Children playing on websites which are considered "kid-friendly" can easily navigate their way to sites where they can play violent video games. More>>
Our Cyber Expert, Theresa Payton, shows parents how quickly just two clicks could bring their children from a website meant for kids, to a blood and gore video game. More>>
Parents are being asked by their children at younger and younger ages whether they can enter the world of e-mail. More>>
Human trafficking may seem like it happens only in foreign countries but it turns out our state is a hotspot for selling people into forced labor or prostitution. More>>
Telling people where you are is the same as telling people where you are not. More>>
Smart phone users get fooled into downloading phony banking apps from a trusted source. How not to become a victim. More>>
What to do if you think Google may have inadvertently acquired your personal information. More>>
If your family is taking a trip and just has to stay plugged in, our cyber expert has some suggestions. More>>
If you are renting a property online, or if you're in search of something to rent, you'll want to see our Cyber Expert's advice on how to avoid being scammed. More>>
Scammers are targeting Facebook, Twitter and e-mail profiles in an attempt to get money from family, friends and contacts. Our Cyber Expert explains how to prevent this. More>>
CHARLOTTE, NC (WBTV) -- All of that family you saw over the holidays - what are the odds you won't see them again until the NEXT holiday season? Many of you have resolved to stay in touch in 20-10 - and More>>
Protecting yourself from "phishing" emails and a word of the week which could get you "hooked". More>>
Do you use the same user ID and password for everything you do online? It makes it easier to remember, but puts you in jeopardy if someone is able to figure out what your password is and can then get in to all of your email accounts, protected websites, even your online banking system. More>>
Stealing identities online has become big business for cyber criminals. You might not always be able to stop them from targeting you but it's possible to minimize the damage. More>>
The internet turns 40 years old this year. While there is the opportunity for more great content online, there is also increased opportunity for scammers to steal your personal information. More>>
To kick off our new series, Protecting Your Cyberturf, our expert Theresa Payton teaches us the ABC's of online protection. More>>
Theresa Payton was the first woman to hold the position of CIO at the White House. Each week, she gives tips on how to protect your personal and work computers from intrusion.
Theresa Payton is also on Twitter and Facebook!
Here are her accounts:
Twitter.com/FortaliceLLC
Facbook Account
