Technology can be an overwhelming field. Everyday, there are new breakthroughs in the tech world that change what we think is possible for users and how people do business online or offline. Unfortunately, this also means our culture’s understanding of these technologies changes too which cause confusion among some individuals who have never experienced them before because their perspectives might not match up with reality!
As an average user, some technology myths can get in your way and make life more complicated for you! So, technology myths being so much fun to shoot down, here are 8 things everyone should know before using these myths as an excuse to not use technology to its fullest:
Private/Incognito browsing mode ensures anonymity
A common misconception is that Private/Incognito browsing mode keeps your computer activity anonymous. In reality, this only helps to hide from a coworker or family member when they are checking up on what you have been doing online – but don’t be fooled! The website manager will still know every move of yours because there is no way for them not to see it all with their own two eyes as well as those pesky tracking mechanisms built into most modern browsers and plugins.
A more effective use-case might include wanting to erase sensitive data like credit card numbers while shopping (perhaps before placing an order), which can help avoid potential security problems down the line.
Recycling bin is not the final resting place for your data
Even after deleting files and emptying them, there are still ways to get back all that you have deleted! The misconception about this process should make people happy because they can simply empty their recycle bins without worrying about losing any valuable information in them.
So, not all hope is lost after you delete a file. In fact, most of your data remain intact and can be restored with the help of some amazing applications!
Every night, shut down your computer
Shutting down your computer can actually save some electricity and remove all the previous problems you had while working on it by rebooting.
It’s a good idea for office workers to shut their computers off every now and then, so they don’t run into any snags at night when trying to log back in tomorrow morning.
An antivirus is like the holy grail of online security.
An antivirus will protect you from everything and anything, but not even close to being able to stop all threats on its own!
Antiviruses update themselves with updates that get new software-based malware every day – pop-ups in your browser’s corner are just one example (and what actually gets clicked) so make sure yours has been maintained regularly by an expert who knows how these things work best for YOU.
Old technology or technological practices are irrelevant
In the world of tech, there is no such thing as being too old-fashioned because nothing will ever become obsolete to those who know how it works best – you just have different tools at your disposal and knowledge levels grow through experience & experimentation! In other words: if all else fails? Return back to the basics when we had way more possibilities than now available…and keep going until success comes knocking once again.
Mac = No Viruses
Windows and Macs are both targets for hackers. The difference? 80-85% of computer users on the internet use Windows, while only 55% were using a Mac in April 2017 according to Net Applications’ latest survey data (which measures unique visitors).
If you’re running your business online – either through an employee or externally sourced service provider like Amazon Web Services- then it’s important that both systems be protected with security software tailored just for them!
Overcharging a phone destroys its battery
It’s funny how we grew up with the idea that if you leave your phone plugged in it will shorten battery life.
Nowadays, batteries are made out of Lithium Ion and Polymer which have no risk to them when unplugged – even though some people still say so!
Password protected Wi-Fi networks are a 100% safe
They are safe, but not really impenetrable. Setting a password on your wireless Internet connection helps you sleep better knowing that no one is using it.
Yes – passwords provide another layer of security for regular users who have an active browser session at night time or when away from home. But don’t expect to be able to use these types of connections as freely as open ones without first creating a login ID and secret phrase!
Final Word
The old-fashioned way of doing things has been long forgotten. The industry is always coming up with new ways to keep us on our toes and that’s why it will never go out-of-date, even as technology continues evolving.
There have been many misconceptions about how we used to work in the past but they’re fascinating nonetheless because you can see so much change over time by just looking at these outdated practices from a different perspective.
