 |  | | From Paul Gil, your About Computers Editor | | | The recent hack of celebrity personal photos is just another straw on the camel’s back: there are way too many hackers out there, with nothing better to do than grief people. If you’re not already using two-factor authentication and regular password rotations, then don’t be surprised if your credentials get swiped by some digital lowlife! | | | | More Recommended Reading at About.com: | | | | | 2FA is the big one. But also updating your browser and operating system will really help reduce the chances of your Gmail getting hacked. There are also features that you can disable and auto sign-out that you can implement. If you love Gmail like many of us, please take the time to lock your Gmail thoroughly! READ NOW | | | | 2FA for consumers is indeed the new normal. Having a single cryptic password is not enough to protect against SQL injections, browser openings, and malware logging. Now, everyone needs a second password that rotates to protect your email, bank logins, PayPal, and Facebook. Here’s how 2FA works, and how you can get it for yourself… READ NOW | | | | For many of you, this week marks the return of your kids to the classroom. This week could also be a kickstart for working with your kids on the Web to make them more successful at school. For example: did you know that WolframAlpha.com will help your children do math calculations? RainyMood.com promotes good studying by providing ambient music. WeTransfer.com helps with sharing large project files with classmates. The Web is such a great place to share with your student kids! READ NOW | | | | It’s still a long way from being an everyday tool, but Google is experimenting with unmanned aerial vehicles that can deliver emergency parcels faster than ground vehicles. Namely: delivering defibrillators and other first-responder equipment to people in medical need. There are consumer applications, as well, but will drones actually become accepted by the general public? READ NOW | | | | | | An every-morning rundown of the day in history, with headlines and trends produced by your pals at About.com. Click here to sign up! It's free (of course) and we think you'll like it! | | | | | Want More From About.com? | | | | Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics
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