Tech Tip: Basic Cybersecurity Training Needs to Happen Now

October 7, 2019

You need to have step-by-step instructions about what to do if employees believe they have witnessed a cyber-incident.

Tech Tip: Don’t Just Throw Out That Old Computer

September 30, 2019

Before you recycle a computer, a server, a copy machine, a mobile phone or any device, always give serious thought to what data may be on it.

Tech Tip: Why Is It So Important to Have Unique Passwords?

September 23, 2019

A clever crook knows that you probably used the same password on the compromised website as you do on your eBay, Amazon and other online accounts — which are likely to be tied to a bank account.

Tech Tip: The Long-Forgotten Piece of Security for Road Warriors

September 16, 2019

Make sure your road warriors and remote workers have up-to-date antivirus software on the computers they are connecting in from, and that a good firewall is in use when possible.

Tech Tip: Your Copier Is Spying on You …

September 9, 2019

Quite often, copiers keep images of all scanned pages on an internal hard drive — perfect for someone to anonymously access and steal Social Security records and sensitive business data.

Tech Tip: Ransomware Revisited

September 3, 2019

While the number of ransomware infections has decreased, the FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center has stated that the damage experienced by those infected has risen.

Tech Tip: Don’t Send Your Private Information to Anyone

August 26, 2019

Always be vigilant and proactive. It’s better to be suspicious and double-check everything when dealing with confidential information.

Tech Tip: Back Up Your Data to Protect Your Business

August 19, 2019

Downtime doesn’t have to be permanent to cause major problems. Even temporary downtime can be detrimental to your business’ prolonged existence.

Tech Tip: Lie, Lie, Lie!

August 5, 2019

People list password challenge and identity verification questions publicly (or at least freely) on their Instagram, Twitter and Facebook pages and feeds without giving it a second thought.

Tech Tip: Start With a Fresh Session or Browser Window

July 29, 2019

Be careful with your information. Web portal sites are filled with ads; each site’s overhead is paid for with information obtained from you and other users.