Spam in tech and a Brainerd Chamber Go Social meetup
A verbose note discusses spam in daily life and tech, praising its reach from military to drivers. It promotes the Go Social committee monthly sessions at 7:15 a.m. on the first Thursday at Arrowwood Lodge, Baxter, inviting Tech Savvy supporters to join and share insights on email hygiene and social media trends.
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Combating Email Spam and Phishing Tactics
Spam is obvious but hackers use deceptive tactics to steal identities through rogue links. Use spam filters, whitelist trusted contacts, blacklist junk senders, and unsubscribe to reduce clutter while preserving legitimate messages.
Social spam and Facebook ads in the feed
The author argues that sponsored links in Facebook feeds are a growing form of advertising but feel like spam when not relevant. They note poor targeting from PPC programs, claim little can be done to avoid it, and express frustration that Facebook adds to user dislike.
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Tidy up your phone by pruning app spam and dubious downloads
The passage warns about app spam from recipe zombie and Gangnam Style apps invading phones. It notes malware risks such as mass text messaging and urges tidying apps periodically. It recommends checking ratings and reviews, using a four star minimum to avoid outdated or glitchy programs.
IMHO Facebook My Take on News Feed Saturation
The column laments Facebook overloading the News Feed with sponsored ads and Farmville style prompts. The writer longs for genuine social interaction and warns against turning social media into a nonstop commercial barrage. They prefer meaningful conversations over endless promotions and quirky memes.
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