Get a one-year subscription to Microsoft 365 at a big discount right now. StackSocial If you’ve recently upgraded your laptop, you may have suddenly found yourself without access to Microsoft Office, Excel, PowerPoint, and the rest of Microsoft’s near-necessary software. And since Microsoft switched from the traditional Office suite to a Microsoft 365 subscription service, […] More
Privacy concerns and ethics are the main concerns about GPS tracking devices in general, especially when it comes to tracking children. ZDNET asked parents how they felt. “As my daughters grow older and eventually head off into the world on their own, it will cross my mind wanting to know where they’re at and whether they’re safe,” said parent and Ling App co-founder Kanyarat Nuchangpuek.”On the other hand, it bothers me that I could be crossing a line peeking into their private lives. It’s similar to finding out that your mother read your diary. It’s an invasion of privacy and may also deter my children from experiencing life in their own way. Having to wonder, “Is mommy watching?” shouldn’t be a natural thought.” Regardless of your choice, it’s a good idea to protect your data, especially when it involves your child’s location.Also: How to find out if an AirTag is tracking youFor example, when signing up for an account, use a unique and complicated password — preferably stored in a password manager — to add a layer of protection to your account. If you’re unsure about a product or service, read through the company’s privacy policy. For example, Jiobit is owned by Life360, which reportedly sells some of its customers’ location data to third parties. However, on the Jiobit website, the company promises none of the data associated with the tracker will be sold. More
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