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https://youtu.be/LJ3HG62FmAc 🧩 That harmless-looking browser extension may be doing more than adding a convenient new feature. In Cyber-Bob’s Cyber Safety Tip #134, Bob explains why those little browser add-ons deserve a closer look—and how a quick checkup can help protect your privacy, browsing experience, and peace of mind. 🔒 Before installing another extension, take a few minutes to learn what may be happening behind the scenes. 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 

https://youtu.be/b4E_tu-rnRo In this Bob The Cyber-Guy tutorial, I take a practical, researched look at Startpage and whether it is a good choice as the default search engine in Chrome and other Chromium-based browsers. This is a researched recommendation, not a paid endorsement. I do not work for Startpage, I am not affiliated with Startpage, and I have not received any payment, sponsorship, product benefit, or compensation from Startpage for making this video. The goal is simple: help everyday users, especially seniors, understand whether Startpage can offer more private searching, less tracking, and fewer misleading sponsored-result distractions compared with standard Google searches. Startpage ( https://www.startpage.com/ ) may be a good “middle road” choice for people who want more privacy without giving up familiar-style search results. But it is not magic. Sponsored results can still appear, and users still need to slow down, check web addresses, and verify before trust. Stay s...

🛡️New and Emerging Cyber Threats You Need to Know About Several brand-new cybersecurity threats and vulnerabilities have been identified this week. These are not old warnings being recycled—these are fresh discoveries and active scam campaigns happening right now. 🚨 Critical Windows Security Vulnerabilities — Actively Exploited Risk Level: VERY HIGH Microsoft has just released security updates fixing multiple newly discovered vulnerabilities in Windows and Microsoft Office. Several of these flaws were already being used by hackers before the fixes became available. This means criminals had a working method to break into computers before users even knew the threat existed. These vulnerabilities can allow attackers to: • Take control of your computer • Install malware without your knowledge • Steal passwords and personal information What you should do immediately: • Open Settings • Go to Windows Update • Click Check for Updates • Install everything available • Restart your comput...

https://youtu.be/ljM5xgYIsz0 🌟 Discover the Secret to Resurrecting Your "Obsolete" Laptop! 🌟 Is your reliable laptop gathering dust because it can't keep up with Windows 11? 🛑 Don't reach for that recycling bin yet! Join Bob the Cyber-Guy as he unveils "The Renovation Strategy," a game-changing approach to giving your high-performance hardware a second life with Aluminium OS. Expected to launch in 2026, this new Android-based system from Google is designed to turn your "obsolete" machine into a fast, secure powerhouse. In this video, you'll discover: The "Bureaucracy Wall": Why your laptop was rejected on a technicality, not a lack of power. The "Kitchen Island" Secret: Why your existing 16GB of RAM is a superpower for this new OS. The "Full Chrome" Experience: How to keep your favorite extensions and ad blockers on a lightweight system. A New Kind of Security: Why switching to an Android-based architecture ...

https://youtu.be/N8wUXZ7iNFA Chrome just rolled out powerful new security features — and if you’ve heard the strange new term “agentic AI” and wondered what it means, you’re not alone. In this easy-to-follow tutorial, Bob the Cyber-Guy breaks down Google’s new User Alignment Critic system in plain English. You’ll learn: What agentic AI really is (no jargon, no stress) How AI can now take actions for you inside Chrome Why that creates new risks — especially for seniors How Google’s new safety system acts like a chaperone to keep your AI from being tricked How the User Alignment Critic protects your privacy, security, and wallet If you’ve ever worried about AI clicking the wrong button, falling for a scam, or misunderstanding your instructions, this tutorial will put your mind at ease. Bob uses humor, real-world examples, and clear visuals to explain how Chrome’s new guardrails keep you safer while browsing. Stay smart, stay safe, and let Bob the Cyber-Guy guide you through the future of...

https://youtu.be/kfQnJ2h26xY This also works for other Chromium based browsers. Keeping your browser up to date shouldn’t feel like a scavenger hunt — yet Chrome keeps moving the buttons around like it’s playing hide-and-seek. In this quick walkthrough, we cut through the clutter and show you exactly where the update controls live now, why they matter, and how a 20-second check can save you from a world of tech headaches. Simple, fast, and no geek dictionary required. I used Zoom Clips and ScreenPal to help put this tutorial together.

This information is also available on my  YouTube Channel  at:  https://youtu.be/wVj4axMxFVM If you prefer, you can also listen to this information on  my  Podcast  at:  https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/norbert-gostischa/episodes/Browser-Extensions---Handy-Helpers-or-Hidden-Hazards-e37dlac Browser extensions - They’re like little digital toys that promise to block ads, find you discounts, or even turn your cursor into a disco ball. Sounds fun, right - But here’s the kicker — behind the sparkle, some extensions are more like pickpockets at a parade. Let’s break it down. Some extensions are genuinely good — they block annoying pop-ups, save passwords, and help you shop smarter. Then there are the bad ones. You know, the kind that snoop on your browsing history, slow your computer down, or suddenly decide you should be shopping at sketchy websites you’ve never heard of. And then there are the sneaky ones — they start off trustworthy, then get sol...

This information is also available on my  YouTube Channel  at:  https://youtu.be/FtfBuJbXJjg If you prefer, you can also listen to this information on  my  Podcast  at:  https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/norbert-gostischa/episodes/Chrome-vs-Norton-Neo---Can-the-AI-Newcomer-Take-Down-the-Browser-Champ-e377e0s If web browsers were boxers, Google Chrome would be the undisputed heavyweight champ — ruling over two-thirds of the world’s desktops. Into the ring steps Norton Neo, the AI-powered rookie with shiny gloves, promising to do more than just load your cat videos.  The question is - can Neo really challenge Chrome’s crown? 🦍Chrome – The Reigning Champ Let’s give Chrome its due. Launched in 2008, it quickly steamrolled Internet Explorer, Firefox, and pretty much everything else in sight. Market Share - Over 65% of desktops run Chrome - That’s not just winning — that’s domination. Speed & Stability - Built on the Chromium engine (so fast...