My neighbor's kid just asked me why I have a sticker over my laptop camera

I was working outside yesterday when the 10-year-old from next door pointed at my laptop and said, 'My teacher told us that's to stop hackers from watching you.' It hit me that I've been doing it for years without really thinking, but explaining it to a kid made me realize how basic and important it is. I told him it's like a lock on a door, a simple first step. It got me wondering what other easy physical habits people have, like unplugging smart speakers when not using them. What's one simple, non-software tip you actually follow?

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caseys301mo ago

Actually, that sticker is mostly just for your own peace of mind.

paulhernandez1mo ago

Tell that to the guy who just paid me three hundred bucks for a new sticker.