We Don't Need A New Social Media- We Need A New Internet

CatsRule2020 said:

A Real Estate Mogul Has a $100 Million Plan to Save the Internet

With the entire computer world now in jeopardy from hackers I know many have kicked this notion around within themselves. Now may be the time to put the possibility of public ridicule aside and propose a different kind kind of idea.

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CatsRule2020 said:

There just has to be a different kind of way for people to communicate the way computers enable us to. A way that is hack-proof. Using our same equipment. Someone out there surely has an idea how to get it started.

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dqhall said:

I read hospitals are losing money due to ransomware. One hospital switched back to paper records after hackers attacked.
Georgia health system reverts to paper records after ransomware attack: 5 details

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GreekOrthodox said:

Going back to paper is incredibly inefficient especially with today's hospital systems. I work at a VA and if a vet visits different VA sites, their records are easily accessible anywhere in the country. Most younger medical staff arent experienced in paper charting either. Yes, backup methods are available but not as long term solutions.

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dqhall said:

Paying $70 million ransom is also inefficient.

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GreekOrthodox said:

I've been working in Healthcare IT for 11 years now. We're not going to be going back to paper, believe me.

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dqhall said:

You might switch to iPads. I read they have not been hacked with ransomware. I keep my Windows laptop offline.

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