A lot of apps that we use come equipped with default options to save everything. For example, removing the inbox label from an email in Gmail automatically results in the item being “archived.” Or with my iPad, when I delete…
Category: Deletion
What are cookies? And are they bad?
Cookies are tiny packets of data that get saved to your computer every time you use a website. They are used for all kinds of things related to performance (e.g., auto-fill for passwords or logins, remembering your location and preferences,…
Digital Detritus
One problem with having so many options available for storing, managing, and sharing digital content is that it requires more effort to remember where everything is stored. That is, if you decide to use more than one option. I’m always…
The Art of Making Space
Do you ever get an urge to purge? That overcrowded email inbox could use some attention. Or maybe you want to organize your thousands of digital photos and videos, or at least locate them all. Some are on your phone,…
Facebook & Privacy: You’re in Control, Really?
I have to admit that I was quite amused at the content on Facebook’s Privacy Basics page. The phrase “You’re in Control” is even one of the menu headers. Really? I thought to myself. I never feel in control of…