Sussex Local - Storrington - May 2018

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Computer Care Data Security by Alan Stainer You have probably heard about the latest Facebook scandal involving Cambridge Analytica accessing the personal information of 87 million people without their consent. The situation is so bad that people have been deleting their Facebook accounts and sharing the news on social media in a show of solidarity using the hashtag #DeleteFacebook. GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) is due to come into force soon, which should offer some level of protection to people in Europe and around the world, but it still relies on companies being honest and transparent about how they handle your data. Which websites you use is your choice, but always remember that what you post online and how you interact with others’ posts is most likely being tracked. If you are unsure about the safety of your personal information on any website, don’t feel you have to use that website. There are always alternatives available. www.alansitsolutions.com

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