#1127 - Common Cloud Objections: Yes, They Can See Your Data. No, You Shouldn't Panic.
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I'm not a sports guy, but I've been paying a little attention to the FIFA World Cup this week, for two reasons.
The first is the impact on Seattle area traffic and related things. I work at home, but that doesn't mean I don't hit the roads from time to time. Not just that, but I visit a local brewpub on a semi-regular basis, and that happened to coincide with one of the games (U.S. versus Australia) being played here. There was barely room to move on what would otherwise have been a very quiet Friday morning!
Second is the Dutch. I'm getting a kick out of the various videos of Dutch fans all decked out in orange, singing and dancing "Links Rechts" ("Left Right") in support of their team. If I have to pick a team to root for, that'll be the one. 
Doei!
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You're Just Not That Interesting (Except When You Are)
If you're worried about being tracked online you might be stressing over the wrong things. I'll describe the two kinds of privacy, why companies don't really care about you as a person, and the simple choices that protect you today and years from now.
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Common Cloud Objections: Yes, They Can See Your Data. No, You Shouldn't Panic.
Many people fear their files stored in the cloud get scanned, stolen, or used to train AI. I'll break down the most common objections, show you what is really true, and share how easy it is to keep your data yours alone.
Watch: Common Cloud Objections: Yes, They Can See Your Data. No, You Shouldn't Panic.
It Pays to Be Skeptical
A pop-up says malware was found. An email claims your package couldn't be delivered. A caller insists they're from Microsoft. Here's one simple skill to keep you and your technology safe.
Watch: It Pays to Be Skeptical
