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19 Jul 2019
phishing emails
By Janet Gehring IT Security

Why We STILL Fall for Phishing Emails

You grab a quick sip of coffee and flip on the computer.  You’re headed to a meeting in 5 minutes, but you decide to run through your email.  An easy deletion here, a tag there, but wait – here’s one that seems to be truly urgent.  It says click on this link and all will be well.  You click and nothing happens.  Oh well, off you go to your meeting. READ MORE
25 Apr 2019
gift card scams
By Karen Bartuccio IT Security

How to Avoid Gift Card Scams at Work

It’s safe to say that most of us have purchased a gift card or two.  They’re convenient and give the recipient the choice to use as they wish.  They also provide a handy way for cybercriminals to steal money, which is why gift card scams are so common.

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28 Feb 2019
Off-Site Data Backup
By Jessica Dutko Business Strategy, IT Security

The Importance of Off-Site Data Backup

What do a fire, a bad actor, and a crashed server have in common?  They can all affect data stored on your computer.  Losing your data is a terrible thought, and while you can’t predict a disaster, you can certainly prepare for one.  Here’s what you need to know about protecting your company’s information with off-site data backup.READ MORE
07 Feb 2019
protect your smartphone
By Jessica Dutko Mobile Devices

10 Ways to Effectively Protect Your Smartphone

Your cell phone is the one thing that never leaves your side.  In a nutshell, it’s your whole world packed into a mobile CPU, and your goal is to keep it safe.  But safety goes beyond cases and screen protectors.  Here’s the real question: is your smartphone secure?  Protect your smartphone from bad actors, malicious software, lost data and more using these ten effective tips.

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24 Jan 2019
Clean Up Your Computer
By Janet Gehring Email Management, IT Security

Clean up Your Computer in the New Year

Still getting organized in the new year?  Don’t forget to clean up your computer!  January is Clean Up Your Computer Month and the second Monday of February is Clean Out Your Computer Day (so there’s still time).  Make a resolution to keep the grime off your computer and be safer online. READ MORE
10 Jan 2019
maintain your online privacy
By Jessica Dutko Internet and Browsers, IT Security

How to Maintain Your Online Privacy

Online technology is booming.  The internet allows everyone to know everything about everybody.  Posting daily updates to hundreds of people has become the norm.  But you are different, you prefer to stay private.  Here are steps you can take to effectively maintain your online privacy.

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13 Dec 2018
avoid phishing scams
By Jessica Dutko IT Security

Why You Should Train Your Employees to Avoid Phishing Scams

What do you think is the weakest link in the security chain?  Many think it comes from unstable connections and the lack of firewalls, virus protection, and other technical measures.  But the weakest link is actually humans.  Yes, the same people we hire and trust to keep our businesses running smoothly.   READ MORE