Most Internet providers offer virus protection. But is it enough? Chances are your business is not adequately protected. The good news is it doesn’t take thousands of dollars to make sure your data isn’t at risk. It just takes some good, reliable virus and malware protection. Before we get into the details of what makes…Continue Reading
It’s so tempting when you see those annoying messages pop-up about installing software and running updates and the inevitable restart that follows, to ignore them and “X” out of them. Who wants to spend five or more minutes waiting for everything to come back up? No one. But those five or more minutes can be…Continue Reading
There comes a point in every businesses life when they need a computer guy. An IT specialist to set up a network, maintain computers or install programs for the staff. If they can get away with it, they will add the IT duties on to a current employee and expect them to take on those…Continue Reading
In August, a new version of ransomware hit the Internet. Discovered by Jakub Kroustek at AVG Technologies, this one is exceptionally worrisome as it masquerades as a Windows update. It even sports a phoney Microsoft 2016 copyright. When you install it, instead of installing Microsoft files as it claims, it encrypts all of your files,…Continue Reading
A firewall is a very important element of network security, but mismanaged implementation can lead to a slow system that’s nearly impossible to update and debug. To make sure that your company’s own firewall is doing its job, consider these tips, tricks, and reminders. What Is a Firewall? Every online network needs security to keep…Continue Reading
If you finally thought you understand how cloud computing works, don’t let the term “hybrid” throw you off track. Hybrid cloud computing is the newest tech solution for companies looking to efficiently meet a variety of customer needs, which means it could very well be the cloud platform that your own business needs. An Introduction…Continue Reading
Cloud computing has revolutionized the IT infrastructure of countless businesses around America and the world, and it doesn’t show any signs of slowing down. As a quick reminder, cloud computing is the process of using a network of remote servers, like the ones provided by Google, instead of a local server or personal computer, to…Continue Reading
It was only fifty years ago that the biggest threat to a business was an upside down economy, but today’s businesses face threats from every angle, regardless of the state of the economy, due to the overwhelming need for technology in the modern business structure. While this technology serves a number of critical purposes to…Continue Reading
In a world ruled by interconnectivity, security is the key to everything. From credit card charges and personal information to document storage, companies large and small are utterly reliant upon network security that will keep the business running and out of the hands of criminals. We are nearly halfway through 2016 already, so this year’s…Continue Reading
We live in a do-it-yourself world, where Pinterest and the DIY Network offer inspiration to help people complete projects on their own to save money and enjoy the reward of appreciating the true value of an accomplishment. But when it comes to information and technology in a business, DIY really isn’t the way to go….Continue Reading
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