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Bob The Cyber-Guy - Is TikTok Really Safe Now?

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https://youtu.be/LRsbSSSqASs TikTok is back in the headlines—but does a lifted federal restriction really mean the app is now safe? 📱🔍 In this Bob The Cyber-Guy tutorial, we separate the reassuring headline from the everyday privacy, scam, misinformation, and account-security concerns that still deserve attention. You’ll also learn a few practical ways to use TikTok more carefully without getting buried in technical jargon. Before you trust the headline, take a closer look at what actually changed—and what did not. Presented and produced by Norbert “Bob” Gostischa with assistance from Gemini Notebook, ChatGPT and ScreenPal  All videos featuring Cyber-Bob are available here: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1_9cbkt8g23Y9OlMqTZElR_JO20E0AGy&si=vb75DBhUg_ZJarby

Android Slow - Try This 2-Step Fix

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https://youtu.be/FbEayqIud2U 📱 Android running slow after an update? Before replacing your phone or diving into complicated settings, try this simple two-step tune-up. Bob The Cyber-Guy walks you through two safe troubleshooting steps that may help a sluggish or misbehaving Android app run more smoothly. The tutorial also explains an important warning that can help prevent accidentally deleting app data. Clear instructions, no technical gobbledygook, and no digital wrench required. 🔧🙂 Presented and produced by Norbert “Bob” Gostischa with assistance from Gemini Notebook, ChatGPT and ScreenPal All videos featuring Cyber-Bob are available here: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1_9cbkt8g23Y9OlMqTZElR_JO20E0AGy&si=vb75DBhUg_ZJarby #Cybersecurity #CyberBob #BobTheCyberGuy #TechSupportScam #OnlineSafety #PrivacyTips #DataProtection 

“Used by AI” vs. “Used to Train AI” — What Average Users Need to Know

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https://youtu.be/Ie6m39oPwpo 🤖🔐 When you use AI, what really happens to the things you type, upload, say, or share? In this Bob The Cyber-Guy tutorial, Bob breaks down one of today’s most important privacy questions in plain, everyday language: the difference between “used by AI” and “used to train AI.” This episode helps average users understand why AI tools can be helpful, why privacy settings matter, and why we should all think twice before uploading sensitive documents, private photos, medical information, financial records, or anything we would not want floating around in the digital soup bowl. 🥣 No panic. No tech jargon. Just practical guidance to help you use AI more wisely and confidently. Written and produced by Norbert (Bob) Gostischa in collaboration with ChatGPT, NotebookLM, and ScreenPal. All videos featuring Cyber-Bob are available here: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1_9cbkt8g23Y9OlMqTZElR_JO20E0AGy&si=vb75DBhUg_ZJarby  

Windows 11 Point-in-Time Restore Update: A Restart Revealed the Missing Restore Points

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After publishing my first look at Windows 11 Point-in-Time Restore, I continued testing the feature on my own Windows 11 system. This follow-up is important because it clears up something that first looked disturbing. At first, the Point-in-Time Restore settings screen showed only one restore point: 6/30/2026 8:04 AM 10.0.26200.8737 That did not look right. My settings showed that Point-in-Time Restore was turned on, set to create restore points every 24 hours, and set to retain restore points for 72 hours. Based on that, I expected to see more than one restore point listed. Since today is July 3, I expected the list to include newer entries, especially from July 1 and July 2. So I did some digging. First, I checked the underlying Volume Shadow Copy Service information using the vssadmin command. That showed that Windows had actually created multiple shadow copies, including ones from July 1 and July 2. That was a very useful clue. It told me that the restore data appeared to exist und...

Cyber-Bob's Cyber Safety Tip #131 — Smart TV Privacy Risk

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https://youtu.be/8Ya_j3a4Z0g 📺 Your Smart TV may be smarter than you think — and maybe a little too curious. In Cyber-Bob’s Cyber Safety Tip #131, Bob The Cyber-Guy takes a friendly look at Smart TV privacy risks and why your TV settings may deserve a second glance before your next binge-watch. No panic, no tech overload — just practical awareness for everyday users. Stay safe, stay secure, stay curious — and remember my friends, you’re never too old to outsmart a scammer. 👋 You can find a YouTube shorts on this topic at: https://youtube.com/shorts/pMQWyVaFxnM Created by Norbert (Bob) Gostischa with a little help from ChatGPT, NotebookLM Slide Deck, and ScreenPal. All videos featuring Cyber-Bob are available here: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1_9cbkt8g23Y9OlMqTZElR_JO20E0AGy&si=vb75DBhUg_ZJarby #Cybersecurity #CyberBob #BobTheCyberGuy #TechSupportScam #OnlineSafety #PrivacyTips #DataProtection 

Windows 11 Point-in-Time Restore - A New Way to Roll Back Your PC

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https://youtu.be/ojk33DtdSyk Windows 11 has a new recovery feature called Point-in-Time Restore, and it could become a very useful safety net when things go wrong. In this tutorial, Bob The Cyber-Guy takes an early hands-on look at where to find it, what it shows, and why users should understand it before relying on it. This is not the old System Restore, and it is not a replacement for a real backup — but it is definitely worth watching. Credits: Created and presented by Norbert (Bob) Gostischa aka Bob The Cyber-Guy. All videos featuring Cyber-Bob are available here: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1_9cbkt8g23Y9OlMqTZElR_JO20E0AGy&si=vb75DBhUg_ZJarby Edited with ScreenPal. Screen recording and tutorial support aided by Zoom Clips. Research, outline, and visual support created in collaboration with ChatGPT. Windows 11 feature shown from Bob’s own real-world test system. 

Windows 11 Point-in-Time Restore - A New Way to Roll Back Your PC

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Windows 11 Point-in-Time Restore: A New Way to Roll Back Your PC Microsoft has added a new Windows 11 recovery feature called Point-in-Time Restore, and this one is worth paying attention to. I discovered it after installing the 2026-06 Preview Update, KB5095093, which brought my system to build 26200.8737. After the update, a new recovery option appeared under: Settings > System > Recovery > Point-in-time restore This is not the same thing as the older System Restore feature many Windows users may remember. System Restore mainly focuses on Windows system files, drivers, registry settings, and some installed software. Point-in-Time Restore is designed to go further. It can roll the PC back to a recent saved state, including Windows, installed apps, settings, and local personal files. That sounds powerful — and it is — but there are some important details users need to understand before treating it like magic. Spoiler alert: it is not magic. Windows still does not come with a t...

Check the Secure Boot certificates on Windows 11

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https://youtu.be/OKJjLuLLRPY Secure Boot is one of Windows 11’s quiet security guards — it helps make sure your PC starts with trusted software instead of something sneaky trying to load before Windows does. In this Bob The Cyber-Guy tutorial, we take a practical look at how to check the Secure Boot certificates on a Windows 11 computer. This is not panic-button territory, but it is useful information for anyone who wants to better understand what their system is showing and why Secure Boot matters. You’ll see where to look, what the certificate information means in plain English, and why keeping Windows and your PC firmware updated is still one of the smartest security habits around. Simple, practical, and senior-friendly — because computer security should not require a secret decoder ring. This is the fastest way and works on all updated Windows 11 systems (April 2026 Windows 11 update or newer). Steps: Open Start → Windows Security Select Device Security Click Secure Boot Look at th...

Auto-Renewal Traps - How Subscriptions Quietly Empty Your Wallet

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https://youtu.be/rNCRNYjWWgI 🔁💳 Auto-renewal can be convenient — until it quietly becomes a wallet-draining trap. In this Bob The Cyber-Guy Advice episode, Bob takes a friendly but direct look at subscription renewals, free trials, hidden cancel buttons, confusing menus, and those sneaky little charges that show up when you least expect them. It’s a practical reminder for seniors and everyday users: check your subscriptions before they check your wallet. 🧾⚠️ 👍 Like, share, and subscribe for more simple, practical cyber safety advice from Bob The Cyber-Guy. Created by Norbert “Bob” Gostischa, also known as Bob The Cyber-Guy, with help from ChatGPT, NotebookLM Slide Deck, and ScreenPal. All videos featuring Cyber-Bob are available here: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1_9cbkt8g23Y9OlMqTZElR_JO20E0AGy&si=vb75DBhUg_ZJarby #Cybersecurity #CyberBob #BobTheCyberGuy #TechSupportScam #OnlineSafety #PrivacyTips #DataProtection 

Choosing a "Safe" AI

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https://youtu.be/gKTH2uW3c-M Choosing an AI tool can feel like walking into a digital candy store where every wrapper says, “Trust me!” But not every AI platform deserves your personal information, your files, or your confidence. In this Bob The Cyber-Guy tutorial, we take a plain-English look at how everyday users can choose a safer AI platform without falling for hype, miracle claims, or privacy traps. You’ll learn what to watch for before signing up, what information you should never share, why privacy settings matter, and why “free” is not always as free as it looks. AI can be helpful, impressive, and sometimes downright amazing — but it should be treated like a helpful stranger, not a locked vault. Stay safe, stay curious, and remember — you’re never too old to outsmart a risky AI tool. Created by Norbert “Bob” Gostischa — Bob The Cyber-Guy Created with help from ChatGPT, NotebookLM Slide Deck, and ScreenPal All videos featuring Cyber-Bob are available here: https://youtube.com/pl...

Bob The Cyber-Guy - Windows 11 Security Made Simple

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https://youtu.be/X0RbGqzM9H8 Is your Windows 11 computer quietly leaving a few doors unlocked? In this Bob The Cyber-Guy tutorial, we take a friendly, no-panic look at simple Windows 11 safety settings that many everyday users overlook. No tech maze. No scare tactics. Just plain-English guidance to help you feel more confident using your computer. Whether you’re a senior, a beginner, or just someone who wants fewer digital headaches, this video will show why a few small changes can make a big difference. Your PC does not need to be scary — but it does need to be protected. Created by Norbert (Bob) Gostischa, also known as Bob The Cyber-Guy, with help from ChatGPT, Gemini’s NotebookLM Slide Deck, and ScreenPal. All videos featuring Cyber-Bob are available here: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1_9cbkt8g23Y9OlMqTZElR_JO20E0AGy&si=vb75DBhUg_ZJarby Stay safe, stay curious, and remember — you’re never too old to outsmart a scammer. 👋 

Bob The Cyber-Guy - "Is Now the Right Time to Buy AI Glasses"

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https://youtu.be/FIu1dLwwrew Are AI glasses finally ready for everyday people — or are they still a shiny tech toy looking for a real purpose? In this Bob The Cyber-Guy video, I take a practical, no-hype look at today’s AI glasses, what they promise, what they actually deliver, and why rushing to buy the newest gadget may not always be the smartest move. Cameras, live translation, voice assistants, privacy concerns, battery life, cost, and good old common sense all come into play. Created by Norbert “Bob” Gostischa with help from ChatGPT, Gemini’s NotebookLM, and ScreenPal. Narration provided by Bob. Stay curious, stay cautious, and remember — the future may be wearable, but your wallet still deserves adult supervision. All videos featuring Cyber-Bob are available here: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1_9cbkt8g23Y9OlMqTZElR_JO20E0AGy&si=vb75DBhUg_ZJarby  

Norton Neo Browser - Secure AI Browser or Just Shiny Marketing

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https://youtu.be/ggsLUbeITsQ Is Norton Neo Browser the future of safer web browsing — or just another shiny AI promise wrapped in a security label? 🛡️🤖 In this Bob The Cyber-Guy tutorial, we take a closer look at Norton’s new AI-powered browser and ask the questions every everyday user should be asking before trusting it. The answer may not be as simple as the marketing makes it sound. Created by Norbert (Bob) Gostischa with a little help from ChatGPT, NotebookLM Slide Deck, and ScreenPal. Stay safe, stay secure, stay curious — and remember, my friends, when technology sparkles, it still deserves a good inspection.👋 

Never share your verification code with anyone! - (Explained by the Avast Bears!)

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https://youtube.com/shorts/sdw_tWKHI-Q Welcome back to the @bob3160 channel for another Teddy-Tip with the Avast Bears! 👋🐻 🚨 One of the easiest tricks scammers use is asking for a verification code that was never meant for them. In this quick tip, the Avast Bears explain why that little code can open the door to your accounts if it falls into the wrong hands. Simple, smart, and worth remembering — because giving away that code is like handing a crook your house key and saying, “Try the front door.” 🐻🔐 Watch closely — this is one of those online traps that catches people every single day. I used ChatGPT and Google's Veo to help me create this Avast feature Cybersecurity Teddy-tip. You'll find all the videos featuring the Avast Bears at: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1_9cbkt8g21PhSulGJ3MwRYEJazFNcWa&si=dtL0wKWETI6iyl_1  

Don’t Plug In Unknown USB Devices - (Explained by the Avast Bears!)

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https://youtube.com/shorts/PvxIdFkMVrA Welcome back to the @bob3160 channel for another Teddy-Tip with the Avast Bears! 👋🐻 🧸💻 Found a stray USB drive? That little gadget may look harmless, but plugging in something you do not know can open the door to trouble fast. In this Avast Bears cyber tip, a simple moment becomes a smart reminder that curiosity is good… just not when it comes with a mystery plug attached. A few seconds of caution can save a whole lot of regret. 🛡️ Watch closely — this is one of those online traps that catches people every single day. I used ChatGPT and Google's Veo to help me create this Avast feature Cybersecurity Teddy-tip. You'll find all the videos featuring the Avast Bears at: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1_9cbkt8g21PhSulGJ3MwRYEJazFNcWa&si=dtL0wKWETI6iyl_1  

Using the WinSAT for Seniors Tool

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https://youtu.be/k8WVU_MZ0cU Ever wonder how well your Windows computer is actually performing? In this video, I’ll show you a simple, "senior-friendly" way to run the Windows System Assessment Tool (WinSAT). WinSAT is a powerful built-in utility that tests your processor, memory, graphics, and hard drive, but it’s often hidden behind complex commands. I’ve put together a one-click solution that runs the test and displays your results in a clear, easy-to-understand summary. In this video, you’ll learn: How to run a full system assessment with just one click. How to interpret your WinSAT scores (from CPU to Graphics). What those numbers mean for your everyday tasks like web browsing, video streaming, and photo editing. Knowing your system's capabilities is a great way to stay secure and informed about your tech! Stay safe, stay secure, and keep learning! This video and the tools needed to make all of this function were created with the help of ChatGPT, Google's Gemini,...

Think Before You Share - (Explained by the Avast Bears!)

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https://youtu.be/B7XDddCXnk0 Welcome back to the @bob3160 channel for another Teddy-Tip with the Avast Bears! 👋🐻 🧸📱 A fun little quiz may look harmless, but sometimes the real game is getting you to share more than you should. In this Avast Bears cyber tip, a simple moment online turns into a smart reminder that not every question deserves an answer. A little caution today can save a lot of trouble tomorrow. 🛡️ I used ChatGPT and Google's Veo to help me create this Avast feature Cybersecurity Teddy-tip. You'll find all the videos featuring the Avast Bears at: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1_9cbkt8g21PhSulGJ3MwRYEJazFNcWa&si=dtL0wKWETI6iyl_1  

Always Check the Website Address - (Explained by the Avast Bears!)

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https://youtube.com/shorts/ZRVTwKdOMoQ Welcome back to the @bob3160 channel for another Teddy-Tip with the Avast Bears! 👋🐻 🌐 It looked real. That was the problem. In this Avast Bears cyber tip, a familiar-looking website turns into an important reminder that could save you from a very costly mistake. Sometimes the smallest detail is the one that matters most — and most people never notice it until it’s too late. 🐻 The Avast Bears keep it simple, smart, and worth watching. Before you trust what’s on your screen, watch this. #AvastBears #CyberSafety #OnlineSafety #ScamAlert #TechTips I used ChatGPT and Sora2 to help me create this Avast feature Cybersecurity Teddy-tip. You'll find all the videos featuring the Avast Bears at: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1_9cbkt8g21PhSulGJ3MwRYEJazFNcWa&si=dtL0wKWETI6iyl_1  

Don’t Click Fake Virus Warnings - (Explained by the Avast Bears!)

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https://youtube.com/shorts/uqNIeUDW5ow Welcome back to the @bob3160 channel for another Teddy-Tip with the Avast Bears! 👋🐻 ⚠️ A warning pops up. It looks urgent.It sounds convincing. And that’s exactly the problem. In this quick Avast Bears cyber tip, something appears on screen that millions of people have seen — and far too many still trust. The bears step in with a simple lesson that could save you from a very bad click. 🐻 Cute bears. Serious warning. Watch before you click. #AvastBears #CyberSafety #ScamAlert #OnlineSafety #TechTips I used ChatGPT and Sora2 to help me create this Avast feature Cybersecurity Teddy-tip. You'll find all the videos featuring the Avast Bears at: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1_9cbkt8g21PhSulGJ3MwRYEJazFNcWa&si=dtL0wKWETI6iyl_1  

Weekly Vlog - Security Concerns for the Week Ending 3-20-2026

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https://youtu.be/bpHYw6-Wco4 Weekly Vlog: 4 Major Alerts which includes The 20-Year iPhone Flaw (Week Ending March 20, 2026) The digital world is moving fast this week! Bob the Cyber-Guy is back to break down four critical security alerts that could affect your identity, your devices, and even your tax return. In this video, we'll dive into: The 2.7 Million Person Breach: Why a letter from a company called "Navia" is something you shouldn't ignore. The 20-Year Apple Flaw: A look at the emergency update fixing a "digital hole" that's been there since 2007. The Medical Tech Alert: What the global shutdown at Stryker means for your health safety. The IRS "Dirty Dozen": How scammers are using AI to make tax season even more dangerous this year. Don't let the technical jargon confuse you—get the simple facts you need to stay curious and stay secure! Helpful Links: Check out my Avast Bears playlist for more bite-sized security advice! Follow our ...