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January 14, 2020January 19, 2022Privacy, Rob Braxman Tech, Technology

My Dope Advanced Home Network Setup for Privacy and Security!

I’ll be describing a unique advanced network setup for a home that has convenient privacy and security options. I set these as objectives for the network. (1) Automatic VPN access – wired or wireless, (2) Non-VPN access wired-or wireless, (3) Ad-Blocking with Pi-Hole, (4) Wired alternatives. It’s not expensive to set up (normally it would be) and avoids rewiring an entire house with CAT 6 cabling. This setup discusses a wired VPN router with integrated pi-Hole support and wired extension solutions.

January 10, 2020February 2, 2022Fraud, News

Locksmith ripoffs: Hidden camera investigation

Who do you call when you’re locked out of your home? A locksmith. But industry experts tell us some of them are duping customers with the promise of a quick and cheap fix, only to end up ripping you off. CBC Marketplace uncovers a network of fake local business locations and fake five-star reviews cluttering Google Maps in the Greater Toronto Area.

We also rig up a house with hidden cameras to test locksmiths advertising their services online, and expose how some companies use low prices, fake names, fake addresses and fake reviews to lure you in. Google says it is now auditing every locksmith listing in Canada following our investigation.

January 10, 2020January 19, 2022The Modern Rogue

Turning a Hotel Key Into a Stolen Credit Card

What information is on a Credit Card or room key magnetic strip? What can thieves do with that information and how are you vulnerable?

January 8, 2020January 20, 2022Technology, The Modern Rogue

Why You Have No Privacy, and How to Get It Back. (Mostly.)

Big tech is constantly building a profile on you using many different sources. At a certain number of data points they can predicate your behavior better than your own spouse. These companies will sell this information to anyone with enough cash. You don’t want to be manipulated by outside influences, but what can you do to gain back control?

December 31, 2019January 19, 2022Phones, Rob Braxman Tech, Technology

Mysterious Binary Blobs that make your Phone Unsafe

What are these binary blobs that make your phone unsafe? Find out some real dangers with proprietary closed source drivers that are part of every phone and cannot be removed. It puts every single phone at risk.

December 24, 2019January 20, 2022The Modern Rogue

The Hidden Bypass in Your Hotel Safe (w/ Deviant Ollam)

Do you use the room safe in the hotel when room when you check in to a hotel for the night? How safe are those things and what issues might you have?

December 19, 2019January 19, 2022Car Theft, The Modern Rogue

Testing Ninja Rocks

What are Ninja Rocks and how can they help people break into your car? What should you be on the look out for? The more you know the better prepared you are for if you ever come across some.

December 18, 2019January 19, 2022Car Theft, The Modern Rogue

Does a Slim Jim Work in Real Life?

We have all seen Slim Jims work in the movies to open a car. But how useful are they in real life? What things are car thieves looking for or using to do this? Also what should you be on the lookout for?

December 17, 2019January 19, 2022Car Theft, The Modern Rogue

How can people use an inflatable rubber bag to enter a car?

We have all locked are keys in the car at some point or the other. This $20 kit used by many tow companies can help unlock your car. Also it’s good to know what to look for if you think this technique has been used against you.

December 12, 2019January 19, 2022Phones, Privacy, Rob Braxman Tech, Technology

Can LInux Phones Succeed?

The critics are out and some people are saying that Linux phones have no chance of gaining traction. I’ll be discussing why the naysayers think Linux phones will not survive and let you know what I think. I’ll talk about the possible source of demand and the headwinds to the Linux mobile projects.