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Tech Tip: Exploring Flickr

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This is the test photo I uploaded to my new Flickr account. I don't remember taking this photo, but I think it was during my trip to or from California about two years ago. It is a faint double rainbow. The quality isn't very great, but I thought why not have my first picture be somewhat magical? I do have some pictures that I would be comfortable sharing via Flickr. I might add some of the pictures I took in South Africa from Kruger National Park; they are better quality and everyone needs more pictures of beautiful animals! I have used quite a few pictures from Flickr. I am always happy with the quality and appreciate that people share their work, so I can put gorgeous pictures on my blogs! Image information: Small Double Rainbow Link to Flickr page

Tech Tips: Google Data

I have a Google Pixel, which means most of the apps I use are google related. So, I thought this might be a good way to learn about all the creepy things Google is tracking through my phone. After reading the New York Times article, I looked at my google maps locations and I could see two of the trips I've taken in the last two years. I drove to California and to Massachusetts and flew into Philadelphia, Atlanta, and Puebla, Mexico. It was shocking to see those little red dots that represented so many memories and places I've seen. I almost didn't want to set my activity controls to auto-delete after three months. It is strange that this is the first time I have heard of this feature. I knew that google and other apps track us, but I didn't think I would get to see the results! As I was navigating some of the settings, I felt overwhelmed and somewhat confused on what controls I should change. I might have to revisit them later.