Online Security Threats
Cyber security is a common concern for businesses as well as individuals hoping to keep their data safe from external (and sometimes internal) threats. Technology has become such an integral part of our lives both personally and in business, that it is hard to think of all the possible threats that are out there. Knowing…
Read MoreSecuring your Devices Before Discarding
Technology is evolving at a breakneck pace. Just a decade ago mobile phones were fairly large and had antennas. Technology like ipads, iphones and Apple watches were not even a twinkle in the eye of Steve Jobs yet. Today mobile devices have become more than just a fun accessory. They have become a crucial part…
Read MoreWhat Holes are in your Firewall?
If you are not already aware of what a firewall is, it is a security system that is put in place to control any incoming or outgoing network traffic in order to protect your computer from any maliciousness. Because of this, you want to make sure that there are no holes that will allow bringing…
Read MoreThe Latest on Spyware
According to Pew Research, “Nine out of ten internet users say they have adjusted their online behavior out of fear of falling victim to software intrusions.†Spyware (aka spybot or tracking software online) and the threat of unwanted programs being secretly loaded onto computers are becoming serious threats to both business and personal use systems….
Read MorePassword Advice
We live in a password driven world. On your phone alone you may have multiple sign-ins and passwords for multiple systems, Apps or accounts. It could be tempting to use an easy password so you can easily access all of your accounts. Why is this a bad idea? How can you “beef up†your passwords…
Read MoreWhat is Open Source Software & What is the Point of it?
Open source software is software that has its source code available for modification by the public. The source code is what computer programmers can modify in order to change the way a program or application does what it’s meant to. Some examples of this are Firefox and Openoffice. This type of software is different from…
Read MoreHow long should my Desktop Computer Last?
Whether it’s your personal at-home computer or your business computer, you tend to worry about how much longer will you be able to use it before it completely crashes. Maybe, you’re ready to purchase a new desktop and are wondering which would be of better quality so that it could last an excessive amount of…
Read MoreCommon Myths About Technology: Part 2
If you haven’t yet read the first part to this blog, where we list the most common myths in relation to Apple products, deleting data and much more, then you should stop and take a look at it first, so that you don’t miss anything. Otherwise, enjoy part 2 of the common tech myths, here:…
Read MoreCommon Myths About Technology: Part 1
With a world surrounded by technology, we are constantly hearing about the many ways to care for your devices and what the dos and don’ts are when handling them. A lot of the times we can’t help but come across some information that completely contradicts the one we may have just heard about. We have…
Read MoreDisaster No More with Cloud Computing
Remember the devastating Hurricane Sandy that struck the East Coast destroying all homes and businesses? If you were not personally affected by this disaster, imagine being the owner of one of those businesses aggressively affected by this natural disaster. Can you imagine having all of your valuable information destroyed and having to forfeit running your…
Read MoreTips for Using Personal Devices as a Business Device
For many small businesses financing is tight, especially during those first five or so years. Owners and managers are always looking for a way to increase productivity and raise revenue all while differentiating the business from others in your field. Finding ways to use personal devices to promote your business is key to making it…
Read MoreThe Benefits of Multifunctional Printers
We are a society that demands immediate gratification and major multitasking abilities. Our smartphones allow us to have a phone conversation all while surfing the web. Our laptops work at lightening speed and can run multiple programs at once. We expect our technology to work fast and to do multiple jobs at once. This is…
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