Kurt Zimmerman brought Star Wars from a galaxy far, far away to Michigan. Kurt makes his droids out of wood, but they're filled and painted to look like metal. Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. The wood exploded into a million pieces, covering the workshop floor. As he stood there looking at the mess he just made, Kurt Zimmerman was at a crossroads moment.

Kurt Knutsson discusses some tips to keep you safe. The FBI is issuing a warning that criminals are increasingly using generative AI technologies, particularly deepfakes, to exploit unsuspecting individuals. This alert serves as a reminder of the growing sophistication and accessibility of these technologies and the urgent need for vigilance in protecting ourselves from potential scams. Let's explore what deepfakes are, how they're being used by criminals and what steps you can take to safeguard your personal information. Enter the giveaway by signing up for my free newsletter.

CEO and founder Michael Seifert creates a new marketplace for businesses that respect'fundamental' American values. Let's face it, there's data online about us everywhere. From our social media profiles to our online shopping habits, it seems like there's no escaping the collection of our personal information. And while some of this data is necessary for certain services, such as online shopping with Amazon, it's important to know what information is being collected and how it's being used. The good news is that you have some level of control over the data you're giving to Amazon.

CyberGuy shows you how to create and customize events in the calendar app. We all have a ton going on in our lives, and I know that I would never be able to keep all my events and appointments in order without the help of technology. Some of you might use desk calendars to have all your appointments written down, however, even those can quickly fill up. Try using a calendar app on your smartphone by following these easy steps. CLICK TO GET KURT'S CYBERGUY NEWSLETTER WITH QUICK TIPS, TECH REVIEWS, SECURITY ALERTS AND EASY HOW-TO'S TO MAKE YOU SMARTER Not only is it easy to add an event to your iPhone calendar, you can also set reminders for the event, giving it a color code, inviting people, and more.

Anytime you speak to Alexa, it records your voice and entire conversation. Amazon then stores those voice recordings forever, unless you opt to delete these in a more timely manner. If you already own an Amazon Alexa, you know how easy they make your day-to-day life. You can ask questions, avoid your phone altogether, or utilize the different skills you can set up and create new routines. How much information are you allowing Alexa and Amazon to collect from you?