Am I Synchronizing My Information With the Company That Produces My Device?

What?: Oh how the times they are a-changin': These days, most computer devices are built on the assumption that they are connected to the Internet. This is especially true in the case of mobile devices, which are built to rely on the constant connectivity to cellular data connections. This connectivity allows them to expand their information management capabilities by synchronizing important information with the servers of the company that built them. iPhones and iPads may synchronize with Apple (through iCloud), and Android phones may synchronize with Google. Those who touch protected health information with these devices may already see the potential dangers here...
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