Money and Computing
Domino Effect
What if I scan all those photographs, dump the film and originals to save space in my house, only to discover the technology of the future (probably being developed somewhere by a 12-year-old as you read this paragraph) would work better if I started from the irreplaceable articles I tossed in the garbage two weeks ago instead of my digital copies? more »
Do You Upload Videos? You're Not Alone if You Answered Yes
There is considerable variation in terms of who they share their videos with, who they believe is watching, and concerns about how their video may be used. One in three uploaders (31%) say they "always" place restrictions on who can access their videos, while 50% say they "never" do this. more »
Scareware Revisited, Sophisticated And Fraudulent
If you’re faced with any of the warning signs of a scareware scam or suspect a problem, shut down your browser. Don’t click “No” or “Cancel,” or even the “x” at the top right corner of the screen. Some scareware is designed so that any of those buttons can activate the program. more »
Sovereign Debt Crisis: A Governor Explains the Fed's Important but Limited Role
In the worst case, such turmoil could lead to a replay of the freezing up of financial markets that we witnessed in 2008. With unemployment remaining quite high, and with continued need for balance sheet repair by many businesses, financial institutions, and households, it is particularly important that the United States not sustain a significant external shock. more »