465 – Private

WELSTech is back, and Martin and Sallie are talking about simple steps to guard against security breaches of personal information and avoid identity theft on all fronts. Google Apps has a new name, it’s Pastor Appreciation Month, and we’ve got lots of coffee!

The discussion:

12 of 66 – Martin and Sallie share a preview of Consumer Report’s 66 Ways to Protect Your Privacy Right Now. These simple, common-sense tips are worth review and could save you a lot of heartache!

• Have I been pwned
• LastPass
• 10 Minute Mail
• MailCatch
• Drive encryption
  • FileVault for Mac
  • BitLocker for Windows
  • Gpg4win

News in tech:

• Google announces a lot of updates and changes, including a new name – G Suite
• Aetna insurance will subsidize the Apple Watch

WELS now:

• KFUO Faith ‘n Family interview of presenters from the upcoming Gospel Outreach With Media online conference (Starts October 10)
• Check out new coffee themed images from Naomi green in the WELSTech Photo Challenge album (bit.ly/wtchallengealbum) on Flickr

Picks of the week:

• Google Maps – iOS and Android
  • Google Maps will show you where your next Calendar appointment is
• How to use Apple Watch to unlock your Mac

Ministry resources:

October is Pastor Appreciation Month

• 10 Gift Ideas for Pastor Appreciation Month
• Pastor Appreciation on Pinterest
• Focus on the Family Guide to Clergy Appreciation Month (PDF)

Featured video:

Enjoy the Christian Worship hymn Lord, You I Love With All My Heart (text) on the WELSTech Music Playlist.

Coming up on WELSTech:

Episode 466 – Martin is in the spotlight as he schools us on using Pinterest for Ministry! Release date: Wednesday, October 12.

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