What is Malware, and how can I Avoid it?
Whether they know it or not, any person who has used a computer has been confronted with malware. But what is malware, anyway, and how can it be prevented from infecting a computer?
How Secure is My Password? Probably not Secure Enough
When you think about the number of hacking cases we’ve seen over the years, it begs the question: how secure is my password? For most people, the answer is not as secure as you think. In fact, “123456” and “password” were the most commonly used of 2015. To make sure your greatest line of defense…
DetailsWhat is Encryption, and How Does it Work?
The art of encryption, a tactic for securing the secrecy of a message, is far from new. It’s likely you rely on encryption regularly but did not even realize it. Today, encrypting data to protect personal information has become more commonplace than ever before. But, the question remains: what is encryption, exactly, and how does…
DetailsHow to Send Large Files Quickly and Securely
If you’ve had trouble sending certain files via email, don’t worry. It’s probably not a malicious virus that’s preventing your email from sending. Chances are, the file you’ve attached is just too big. You may also be confused when transferring large files between your PC and smartphone. However, once you know how to send large…
DetailsWhat is a Virtual CTO?
Is your business struggling with finding technology solutions to fit its needs? Do you believe you are losing money due to a lack of technological efficiency? A Virtual Chief Technology Officer, an outsourced, off-site IT manager, solves these issues and more every day.Generally speaking, the overall objective of a Virtual CTO is to advise and…
DetailsLearn How to Change your Password on Any Device
Changing your password is not the same across all devices. For example, creating a new password on an iPhone is different than changing it on a Windows operating system, predictably. To ensure your device is secure, we’ve put together this guide on how to change your password.
6 Awesome Technology Trends to Expect in 2016
As technology reshapes the way we work, communicate and play, it’s clear that the future is now. It seems like new devices hit the marketplace quicker than the time it takes to restart your desktop computer. And, with each new breakthrough, there are three more around the corner. These evolving technology trends give us a…
DetailsWhy Your Business Needs the New, Free Windows 10 Upgrade
The recent Windows 10 upgrade (available for free for a limited time) offers a slew of new features on an enhanced operating system. Find out how it has the potential to increase workers’ productivity.
How to Make Your Computer Faster: the 7 Best Tips
We all know a slow computer can be an absolute nightmare. It always seems that when you have an important document to print, something to buy online or a bill to pay, your computer decides to slow down drastically. To free yourself of frustration, try out some of these tips on how to make your…
DetailsBrush Up On Cyber Safety Before Holiday Shopping
Online holiday shopping has become as much a tradition as caroling and tree decorating. In fact, consumers spent about $53 billion online during the 2014 holiday season. With all the money being spent, hackers and fraudsters have seized the opportunity to fatten their own wallets during the holidays. We’ve seen some serious hacking cases in…
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