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Password basics people still ignore
You can have all the locks on your data center and have all the network security available, but nothing will keep your data safe if your employees are careless with passwords. Change Passwords - Most security experts recommend that companies change out all passwords...
Migrating to Windows 10: Should you let go of your hardware
Migrating to Windows 10: Should you let go of your hardwareWhile you can purchase and install Windows 10 in your existing PCs–the ones currently on Windows 7 OS–it is not recommended. According to Microsoft, Windows 10 has the following minimum requirementsProcessor:...
Windows 7 End of Life: How does it impact you
Windows 7 End of Life: How does it impact youMicrosoft has officially announced the “End of Life” date for Windows 7. It will come January 14, 2020. Windows 7 was introduced in 2009 and is one of the most popular versions of Windows. It is estimated that around 40% of...
Ransomware and disaster recovery plans
Ransomware and disaster recovery plans Disaster recovery is a basic element of any good business continuity plan. Business continuity planning is the creation of a process for the prevention and recovery from potential threats to your business. Business continuity...
How to avoid falling victim to ransomware
How to avoid falling victim to ransomware We hear routinely in the news that a major corporation or government agency has had its data integrity compromised, with millions of pieces of personal data accessed. In these cases the criminals behind the attack hope to get...
Ransomware attacks just keep increasing: Vet practices aren’t immune
Ransomware attacks just keep increasing: Vet practices aren’t immune This cyberattack scheme isn't new, but it has become increasingly common over the past several years. Many of the viruses lurking out there steal data to be used for nefarious purposes. The goal has...