Online Privacy

5 Things to Look for in CISPA's Replacement

CISPA failed in the Senate, but that doesn't mean it's dead. Here's what to look for in the next go-round.

INFOGRAPHIC: 1984 in 2013: Privacy and the Internet

In 2013, it's companies, advertisers and online service providers who are most keen on learning more about us, not so much so that they can control our every move, but so that they can sell us more stuff.
Why There Are No Winners In the Privacy Debate

Privacy for ourselves but not for others doesn't make sense, but that doesn't stop us from wanting it. Read about how the privacy debate's shaping up in terms of surveillance, and what you can do about it.
INFOGRAPHIC: Facebook's Changing Privacy Policy

Check out some of the risks Facebook is taking with your personal data - and some of the key mistakes they've made so far in handling it.
The Data Security Gap Many Companies Overlook

Companies face many risks when it comes to data breaches. Some occur digitally; some occur when a piece of hardware is stolen from the site. But the one we tend to hear about least often is the risk of disposing of IT assets.
The Truth About Cybersecurity

In the coming years, cybersecurity is likely to have a profound impact on the global economy. The question is, will anyone do anything about it?
INFOGRAPHIC: The Psychology of an Internet Troll

This infographic examines some of the online communication factors that can facilitate trolling and how users can tone down some of their own trollish behavior.
Digital Data: Why What's Being Collected Matters

There are limits on how much information law enforcement agencies and government can collect about you. Unfortunately, the restrictions on private companies are much less stringent.
Top 5 Ways to Monitor Your Child's Online Activities

The Internet is full of learning opportunities, it also includes inappropriate sites, pornography, hackers and a range of other things many parents just don't want their kids to see. Here's how to allow your kids to access the good while limiting the bad
The Online Privacy Debate: Top Twitter Influencers To Follow

With SOPA, PIPA and a never ending list of legislation, online privacy is one of the most important and intensely debated subjects in technology. Here are some of the most influential people on the subject.

Check out these sobering statistics on the privacy problem, and some best practices on how users can protect themselves.

While foreign countries often get the blame for scams, spam and identity theft, much of it actually orginates in the good ol' U.S.A. Find out which scams to watch out for, and what you can do to avoid becoming the next victim.

Despite the headway many tech companies have made in terms of collecting personal data, they've encountered resistance from consumers. That means it's up to consumers to draw the line over how much companies can collect and use.

What are the key components of a free and open Internet? This infographic from freepress.net lays the groundwork.

Privacy is gone. Users may complain about it, but very few take any action to protect themselves.

Mobile applications are increasingly coming under fire for putting users' privacy at risk. This infographic provides real-world examples of the problem.

Marketers have always gathered data about potential customers, but what they know is getting increasingly specific - and personal.

Biometric systems could replace cumbersome passwords, but these security measures have drawbacks of their own. Learn more about what's on the horizon in biometrics, and what it means for you.

The controversial and divisive CISPA, or Cybersecurity Bill, has privacy advocates and the tech lobby at war. Here is what you need to know.

SOPA could impact the Internet in a massive way. Here's what you need to know.

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