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Secure Your Home Router Now
For our latest Polk Tech Advocates update, we’re looking at a recent warning from the FBI regarding a common piece of technology in almost every home: the internet router. Specifically, the government is warning about “End-of-Life” (EOL) routers and how they are becoming a favorite target for cybercriminals. Is Your Router Too Old for Its…
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Slam the Scam !!
As technology evolves, so do the tactics of those trying to exploit it. At Polk Tech Advocates, we believe that staying informed is the first line of defense. With National Slam the Scam Day approaching on March 5, 2026, it is the perfect time to pull back the curtain on the latest tactics being used…
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IRS and Social Security Logins
The transition to a unified digital identity for Social Security Administration (SSA) and IRS services has created a significant hurdle for seniors. The federal government is moving away from proprietary agency logins toward a “single sign-on” model, which requires a much higher level of identity verification than in previous years. 1. The Key Identity Vendors…
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Introductions
Hello! My name is Peter Barker. I am a Google Certified Cybersecurity Professional & Community Technical Advocate. I believe that technology should be a tool for connection, not a source of anxiety. A resident of Polk City, Florida, I bring over two decades of deep-rooted experience in computer technology and network security to this local…