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Top 5 Laptop Security Tips for Frequent Flyers

Top 5 Laptop Security Tips for Frequent Flyers

Carrying a mobile device is now necessary to stay connected with your Enterprise. It’s difficult to dismiss or imagine business without it. Most importantly where does one save their documents? Gone are the days of saving sensitive data onto the hard-drive. Lost or stolen devices are the norm, especially at an airport. Backup Before Your Trip Have...

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Is Upgrading to Windows 10 a Good Idea?

Is Upgrading to Windows 10 a Good Idea?

Like every edition of Windows, version 10 offers some important advantages alongside significant drawbacks. Businesses benefit from improved security functions, enhanced tablet compatibility, better update control and a new Web browser. Windows 10 also boots somewhat quicker on most machines. At the same time, this operating system’s disadvantages have made many companies think twice about upgrading: Software...

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Beware of Disgruntled Workers

Beware of Disgruntled Workers

The extreme case of Edward Snowden Edward Snowden was a trusted employee. During his time at Booz Allen, a consulting firm and subcontractor for the super-secret National Security Agency, Snowden copied thousands of top-secret NSA documents. He fled to Hong Kong and met with British journalists, who promptly published the documents Snowden turned over. He is currently...

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Is Windows 10 Stalking You?

Is Windows 10 Stalking You?

Turn Off Keylogger to Stop Microsoft From Tracking Your Every Word As if it isn’t enough that Microsoft has forced Windows 10 updates upon us, it appears that the newest Windows operating system also has built-in features that allow it to record what you say and what you type. When you use Cortana, Windows 10’s virtual assistant,...

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The Latest on the TeamViewer Hacking, Including Your Strategy

The Latest on the TeamViewer Hacking, Including Your Strategy

Denial of Service (DoS) attacks are becoming more common across all platforms as hackers begin to learn mobile operating systems and industry standard software programs. The convenience that comes with standardization also helps the bad guys – they can easily conduct large scale attacks by attacking a single source. The TeamViewer DoS Attack The industry of managed...

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What Does Managed IT Mean and How Does it Compare to Break/Fix IT?

What Does Managed IT Mean and How Does it Compare to Break/Fix IT?

In the world of information technology, the prevailing method of maintaining functional business operations since the invention of the computer has been an approach called break/fix. This is the traditional IT support method that you are most likely familiar with; a service provider that operates in a similar manner to a home electrician or a plumber: You...

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Ransomware 101 : What You Need To Know About Ransomware

Ransomware 101 : What You Need To Know About Ransomware

Ransomware is the new cybersecurity threat that is expected to continue to expand in 2016. Hackers will continue using ransomware, a malicious software that gives a hacker access and control over an individual or company’s computers, to wreak havoc in the hopes of receiving payment. This prediction arrives on the heels of a recent cybersecurity research report,...

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Data Theft Underscores Need for Employee Mobile Device Security

Data Theft Underscores Need for Employee Mobile Device Security

If your IT security plan doesn’t include employee mobile device security, then you are opening yourself up to potentially costly liabilities. This is especially true for larger corporations, but any company can be affected by data loss or security breach caused by an ex-employee absconding with company property (smartphones, iPads, and other mobile devices). Make sure your...

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Why CEOs Need To Be Involved In IT Strategy

Why CEOs Need To Be Involved In IT Strategy

Hey, all you CEOs who’d rather not take part in what’s going on with your IT network, listen up! We all know it’s not necessarily the sexiest part of doing business (or is it?), but being fully aware of and engaged in what’s going on with your IT network’s security protocols is as vital to your company’s...

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Why CEOs Should Care About IT

Why CEOs Should Care About IT

Most of today’s CEOs realize the importance of IT. They hire professionals to handle it. They may also ask questions now and then about security risks or improving functionality. However, most CEOs are focused on other parts of the business management process. Small and mid-sized businesses are even less likely to have a CEO that’s actually invested...

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