By year-end 2011, 9,944 people died in speeding-related car crashes in the U.S. The number of individuals killed in accidents where speeding occurred represented a whopping 31 percent of the total motor vehicle fatalities for the year. During 2012, in New York City alone, the...

Only 30 minutes have passed, and the urge continues to grow stronger. You checked your phone first thing this morning and again when you arrived at the office, but you're already eager to log in to Facebook for your next Newseed fix. Social media addiction represents a growing...

The tumultuous economic circumstances of the past decade lead many U.S. citizens to reflect on the challenges faced during the Great Depression through a personal lens. When the stock market crashed in 1929, fear, panic and poor banking and stock market practices combined to form a perfect and...

Leaving little to the imagination may result in serious consequences when it comes to public safety and law enforcement. In war zones, the armed forces, journalists, private contractors and even medical and supply units operate under strict security guidelines for sharing information. Unfortunately, for...

The ordinary nature of 22-year-old college student Alexander Heit's message serves as a haunting reminder of the dangers of texting while driving. Heit passed away following an April 3 car accident, where he crashed his vehicle after texting the simple words "Sounds good my man, seeya soon, till...

Forget social networking, Facebook has become a veritable giant in the world of advertising, corporate marketing, event promotion and even celebrity worship. Drawing on its massive appeal and far-reaching audience, Facebook pioneered the transformation of social media into a one-stop-shop communication forum, where users explore and exchange information at a...

Imagine a small group of highly trained fighters join the fray in a modern war zone armed with only medieval weapons and communication devices. The advanced technology of the enemy would easily overpower the soldiers despite their expertise. For the FBI, this scenario represents a familiar reality. As it

Parents are the first line of defense when it comes to protecting kids offline and online. As much as we want to pass on this role to others when it comes to the online world, the reality is that all parents are actually equipped to be the defenders of their...

If Facebook has learned one thing from its social media reign, it's that users take the appearance of the platform very seriously. As a company this is great since it means users are loyal and inspired to stay connected with Facebook. The universal rollout of Timeline in 2012...

In the world of pop culture, nothing entices the public more than celebrity gossip. Search Google Trends on any given day, and famous sports figures, reality stars, singers and actors undoubtedly top the list of the most sought-after Internet topics. Sadly, the global appeal of celebrity serves as the ideal...

Within the first 60 days of 2013, an alarming number of international corporations and government agencies faced serious security violations from Internet hacking. Beyond the Twitter, Apple and Facebook invasions, a more ominous threat attacked the State Department, Federal Reserve,

Twitter amounts to serious business for many celebrities and large corporations. Product endorsements, promotional details and event advertising represent a growing market in both celebrity and corporate publicity machines. Like many of its recognized users, the value of Twitter's instantaneous mass communication abilities has not been lost on Internet hackers....

With its lighthearted blend of lovable cheek, quality literacy and numeracy instruction and just the right amount of shrewd and lovable monsters, Sesame Street entices millions of devoted parents and enamored children to their televisions each day. Beyond letters and numbers, the series teaches viewers about sharing, friendship, problem solving...

The term personal computer means much more than the phrase typically implies. Computers represent such an integral part of our personal lives that we use them in almost every possible setting. We review business emails in our pajamas, check status updates while brushing our teeth and browse the Internet while...

Parents now have another thing to worry about with their kids and technology -- celebrity "swatting" calls. When Punk'd premiered on MTV in 2003, the collective celebrity community held its breath, wondering who would be the next victim to be humiliated on national television in the...

Kids all around the world dream about the day they visit the magical world of Disney. For many of these children, Disney parks and resorts represent a world of legend filled with enchanted princesses, celebrated adventures and beloved animated characters turned into real-life photo opportunities. Beginning this spring, Disney plans...

Last week we saw how 2012 was 'The Year of Privacy'. As I was flying 30,000 feet above sea level after spending time at the International Consumer Electronics Show, it became quite clear that 2013 is going to be 'The Year of Privacy on Steroids.' With...

As social technology continues to advance, privacy continues to get attention from the government, consumers and media. Privacy-based fears and concerns, whether legitimate or not, fueled many of the big privacy events in 2012. The following countdown gives you just a glimpse of online privacy from this past year.

The iPhone5, iPad mini and Kindle are just some of the exciting gadgets many of you found under your tree this year. As you welcome your new digital gear into your home this holiday season, you will want to protect your personal information, identities and beloved...

The stress of holiday shopping often outweighs the joy of gift buying. The crowded malls, parking space battles, long lines, limited store inventory and overwhelmed sales associates drive more people to shop online each year, where consumers sit quietly with a beverage in hand perusing a countless number of gift...