Author Archive | Missy Kellor

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FTC alert: Social Security numbers can’t be suspended

By Missy Kellor on September 25, 2018 in News 0

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is warning of a new variation on government imposter scam—this time claiming your Social Security number has been suspended. A caller claims to be protecting you from a scam, all the while actually trying to… (Continue Reading)

Data breaches can lead to credential stuffing

By Missy Kellor on August 23, 2018 in News, Technology 0

Data breaches aren’t going away—in fact, data indicates that they’re happening more often than ever before. A 2018 report says that 75% of U.S. retailers have experienced a breach, with 50% experiencing the issue in the last year. Check out… (Continue Reading)

Christmas in July on Hallmark

By Missy Kellor on June 28, 2018 in Entertainment, News 0

Just like stores have Christmas in July sales, Hallmark Channel and Hallmark Movies & Mysteries are getting into the action. They’re showing more than a hundred holiday movies in the middle of summer. Each channel is showing Christmas movies for… (Continue Reading)

New computer chip security weakness disclosed

By Missy Kellor on May 25, 2018 in News 0

Bad news, consumers—there’s a new chip-based security vulnerability you need to watch out for. On Monday, Microsoft and Intel made a joint announcement disclosing what’s being called “Variant 4.” This new issue has a lot of similarities to Spectre and… (Continue Reading)

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How to change your Facebook app settings

By Missy Kellor on May 1, 2018 in News 0

Privacy concerns on Facebook have not gone away. Facebook users and government regulators are demanding more transparency. Facebook is making the process of managing privacy easier; however, users need to remember that every action taken on Facebook has privacy and… (Continue Reading)

FTC warns: new variation on tech support scams

By Missy Kellor on May 1, 2018 in News 0

In a tech support scam, you’re tricked into believing you must give remote access to your computer to solve a tech crisis of some sort. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is warning about a new variation on this scam that… (Continue Reading)

A serious case of spring fever on Hallmark

By Missy Kellor on March 16, 2018 in Entertainment 0

The Hallmark Channel has new movies and series just in time for spring. Tune in and watch FOUR new movies and two new series (bonus: plus one more new movie on Hallmark Movies & Mysteries!). Hallmark’s Spring Fever event starts… (Continue Reading)

Be on the lookout: Tax phishing scams are back

By Missy Kellor on February 5, 2018 in News 0

The Better Business Bureau (BBB) and the IRS are warning consumers about the return of tax scam season. There are two new scams making the rounds this year you need to watch out for. Scam #1: Review your W-2 In… (Continue Reading)

Holiday fun: Countdown to Christmas movie games

By Missy Kellor on November 16, 2017 in Entertainment, News 0

Last year I came clean and told everyone that I love Hallmark Christmas movies. I have to admit though, not everyone in my house shares my affection (you too?)—but I think I have a way to fix that…or at least… (Continue Reading)

The horror is ending, Olympics are starting

By Missy Kellor on August 30, 2017 in Entertainment, News 0

We’re switching gears—well, channels—to something we think you’re really going to like. You’ve had Chiller, a channel devoted to horror/thriller TV shows and movies for a while. Based on the viewership, however, it seems most of you aren’t big fans.… (Continue Reading)

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