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IoT Security and Data Privacy Smart devices are everywhere, from speakers to cameras to thermostats. They make life easier, but they also carry security and privacy risks. Many products ship with weak defaults, limited user controls, and data flowing to cloud services you may not fully understand. A practical approach helps you stay safe without turning off the benefits of connected devices. Key risks include weak authentication, unpatched firmware, unencrypted data in transit, and excessive data collection. When a device depends on cloud services, it can become a privacy weak point if data is kept longer than needed or shared with other companies. ...

Computer Vision and Speech Processing in Everyday Tech Computer vision and speech processing are common in devices many people use every day. From phones and laptops to smart speakers and cars, CV helps machines see the world while speech processing helps them hear and understand us. These tools are growing in capability, yet many users notice them mainly through smoother interactions and faster responses. These areas are not perfect, and designers work on safety nets, transparency, and keeping control in the hands of users. ...