7.28.19 – Rural Broadband & Digital Security

 

How would life be different without reliable internet access? For many rural communities in New Mexico , and around the country, finding a reliable and affordable way to get online is difficult. This week on GJ, we take a look at rural access to the digital world as we learn about rural broadband access from Adhiraj ‘Raj’ Sen, the founder of Sentiva Networks, a rural broadband internet provider in Pecos, New Mexico.

We’ll also hear from a digital security consultant who will share ways we can protect ourselves online and while using our smartphones. Find out some of the ways your phone is listening to YOU and what to do about surveillance from seemingly harmless apps and settings.