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Blog #2: Protecting Our Privacy


Technology is something that I believe is safe to say, here to stay. Which is not a bad thing but when it comes to our privacy online everyone needs security. The true problem is that not everyone is aware of what is going on and it also seems that the people that know somewhat of the issue with privacy, hackers are getting more creative. It is great to be able to have a web source where you can search anything and there are all types of apps that can help you with something to make life easier. Another problem is the terms and conditions are not understandable and what we search on a web source and put our personal information into is not always private. Some of the issues discussed in the Ted Talk videos have affected me, and some have not. There are simply some apps that I don't trust because I feel my personal information is not going to be safe.

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The government should be putting stronger laws in place to protect our personal privacy. By joining us in protecting our data in how it is stored and shared. Discussed in one of the Ted Talks the government is keeping all personal information by collecting data that again not all people are aware of. There needs to be a stop put to obtaining and keeping data of innocent people for political advantage.


If we want to protect our privacy, we are going to have to do it ourselves. By getting the whole world on board, by making privacy more accessible to everyone. Utilizing technology and design in a way invaders can not tell that it is happening by making antivirus and cybersecurity packages affordable and accessible to everyone. That way we can enjoy the benefits of technology and not allow it to turn against us.

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