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Journo/Crypto

 Journo/Crypto

In an era of rampant hacking, ubiquitous surveillance and an unparalleled number of whistleblower prosecutions, it is more important than ever that journalists take precautions to protect themselves and their sources while communicating electronically. But learning how best to protect one's self can be technically challenging — especially for journalists more invested in telling stories than the tools they use to tell them. This presentation aims to help bloggers, journalists and journalism students learn to secure their web browsing, email, online chat, and data from prying eyes.

selfagency

April 25, 2013
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  1. •  Wireless access •  Router administrator •  System boot • 

    System login PASSWORD PROTECT ALL THE THINGS •  Sensitive data •  Screensaver •  System preferences •  Mobile devices
  2. DISABLE •  Ports — Use a firewall •  Calling home

    — Use Little Snitch or Zone Alarm •  Bluetooth •  Autodetect networks •  File sharing •  Remote administration •  Printer/device sharing •  Location sharing
  3. OTHER CONSIDERATIONS •  Clear download logs / browser cache • 

    Clear system logs •  Securely empty trash •  Erase free space