Examining
Feb 1, 2021
17: Privacy is Cool
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In this episode, Kris and Erik discuss the WhatsApp and Facebook terms of service criticism and the exodus to Signal Messenger. They also recommend some privacy-related browser extensions, headphones for teaching, how to manage multiple calendars, and the importance of looking for info before asking your instructor.
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SHOW NOTES
News
*WhatsApp / Facebook terms of service
Tech Tips
Private browser extensions
*HTTPS Everywhere
*Privacy Badger
*UBlock Origin
*Terms of Service: Didn't Read
#EdTechOfficeHours
Headphones
*Sony WH1000
*Logitech H390
*Powerbeats Pro (earbuds)
Calendars
*Calendars 5
*Apple Calendar
*Fantastical
*Sync iCloud calendar to Google calendar
CONTACT:
Website: edtechexamined.com
Email: hey@edtechexamined.com
Twitter: @EdTechExamined
TEAM INFORMATION
Erik Christiansen, Co-Founder & Co-Host
Website: erikchristiansen.net
Twitter: @egchristiansen
Blog: tech-bytes.net
Kris Hans, Co-Founder & Co-Host
Website: krishans.ca
Twitter: @KrisHans
Market Grade: marketgrade.com
Christopher Hoang, Audio Producer & Sound Engineer
Website: chrishoang.ca
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