What Did We Learn From Weinergate?

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First, why is it that 'political' talk shows are more of gossip shows than anything else? Okay, I got that out, now I'll set aside any political views and my disdain for today's 'journalism' and go straight to another 'common sense' security run down. People will do funny things when it comes to sex. We've seen it over and over again, especially now that everything has a camera and a WIFI connection.   

People should not be sending this kind of personal data across any connection unless you are okay with it being seen by everyone. Even when it's a wife texting photo's to her husband who's overseas, it can be intercepted, hacked, or just found and spread. Remember the woman from Oregon last year who did exactly that? If that's the kind of thing spices up your relationship, fine, but keep it at home. As soon as something is sent across the internet pipes, it's vulnerable for an unwanted audience. Once your skin pics are out there, they will stay out there. 

Also, don't trust anyone with this kind of media. Maybe a married couple can trust one another with mutual self shot content in a safe setting. But do not trust the girl you just met at the bar last Friday, don't even trust the 'Mr. Right' who you've known for six months. They might not even be malicious, but they could be stupid or lazy and let a malicious individual get access inadvertently. 

The only way to ensure your personal life stays personal is to never set your self up. Just don't do it. Possibly Weiner just wanted to let everyone see his ripped chest? Not bad, bro.

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