Empowering Women
• March 8, 2021

D.C. may not be an official state — yet. But we are fortunate to have women in leadership positions from the top levels of city government to grassroots neighborhood organizations.

Tech Tip: You’ve Been Hacked! What’s the First Thing You Should Do?
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The faster the pros can address the attack — and determine the extent of the data, applications and machines compromised — the better your chances of preventing bigger problems.

Downtowner DC: Razor Wire, E-Mopeds, Schools, Metrorail, Crime
• March 1, 2021

Lime’s e-moped addition will make the company the first micro-mobility provider to offer three shared electric vehicle types on one platform.

Tech Tip: A Warning If You Handle, Process or Store Client Credit Cards
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Are you subject to Payment Card Industry Data Security Standards if you take credit card payments over the phone? Absolutely!

Vaccine Eligibility Expands, But Distribution Is Slow
• February 22, 2021

The new eligibility for 16-to-64-year-olds applies to those with cancer, diabetes mellitus, hypertension, an immunocompromised state or other conditions.

Tech Tip: Your Firewall Is Useless, Unless …
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A firewall is a device that acts like a security cop, watching over your computer network to detect unauthorized access and activity.

Tech Tip: Don’t Just Close Your Browser
• February 15, 2021

If you simply close your browser, some of the session information that a hacker can use to gain entry is still running in the background.

Tech Tip: Make This Password Unlike All the Rest
• February 8, 2021

You know you’re guilty of it: using the same password for everything. And yes, it’s annoying to try and remember all those passwords. But read on.

Tech Tip: Set Up Bank Alerts Now!
• February 1, 2021

Many banks will send you an email alert whenever money is withdrawn from your account via check, debit card or transfer.

Hank and Larry (and Ted)
• January 25, 2021

Apart from their connection to Ted Turner and their involvement in professional sports, Hank Aaron and Larry King couldn’t have been more different.