Canada’s Experiment in Open Government Taps into Big Data, Digital Youth
by Lee Rickwood
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Back to school rate plans for your smartphone
By Ted Kritsonis
It’s that time again. With students set to go back to school, wireless carriers are trying to woo them with rate plans aimed at cost-efficiency. But which ones are worth checking out?
Head Back to School with Campus Safety Apps, Online Platforms for Student Security
by Lee Rickwood
Surely it is a matter of culture and attitude as much as infrastructure and technology that must change if there’s any chance of eliminating sexual violence at school and on campus.
Best Messaging Apps to Keep You Connected With Friends & Family
By Christine Persaud
We turn to a myriad of messaging apps to keep us connected with those who are important to us. What are the best apps to use when you want to connect with friends and family? Here are 4 great options.
Back to school guide for tablets and 2-in-1’s
Tablets are still the slimmest and most portable devices but they need keyboard accessories to simulate a laptop look and feel. 2-in-1 devices compromise little and offer the best of both world’s with touch-first computing as well as convertible functionality into a fully functioning notebook.
Tablet, Laptop, Smartphone Inspections at U.S. Canada Border
by Lee Rickwood
Border officers have widespread powers to stop and search people, and examine their baggage and other possessions including devices such as laptops and smartphones.
Back to school guide for laptops
For 2017, we’re seeing even slimmer models with improved battery life and innovations in terms of keyboard design. Newer laptops are cutting down on ports, some are jumping into the USB Type-3 bandwagon while reducing the extra USB, HDMI, modem and video-out ports.
Overdue Books, Late Fees and Online Privacy Threats at Your Local Library
by Lee Rickwood
The fact your local library – that old repository of the printed word on paper – is at the forefront of protecting your digital rights may surprise you.