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Unlike large organizations which operate on large amount of resources, small businesses are reluctant when it comes to adopting new IT systems. Moving files to the cloud takes a lot of time, effort, and a bit of expertise that small…

Cyber-ransom is increasing globally. How would you deal with a potential threat that will affect companies, and  millions of people’s cyber data and assets? Cyber-extortionists have been around since 1989. Miscreants hold your data hostage compelling individuals or organizations to…

The use of Virtual Private Network (VPN) reinforces your security with an encrypted connection between your device and the internet, safe from unwanted eavesdroppers. Keeping data secure while using public Wi-Fi is a major concern for everyone who works outside…

Your Exchange server can be configured to enforce minimum security requirements so that when a device attempts to connect but does not meet the credentials it will not be allowed access. Firms must regularly review policies on system configuration to…

There are many software desktop tools, support professionals, and providers that offer remote access and management to computers, laptops, and pretty much every device imaginable. Now that cloud storage has made access to information more convenient across an organization, the…

Just as everyone was preparing for a Fourth of July barbecue, Microsoft was busy on their end preparing for the release of advance notification for Patch Tuesday next week. Six security bulletins, two Critical, three Important, and one Moderate, were publicized.…

Microsoft executive mentioned its probable release date before the end of the year 2014. Time is running out. Retirement of the Office for Mac is set on Jan. 12, 2016 and there is no sign of any successor to it.…

So far, there are no evidences that point to the stolen information being used inappropriately. Nevertheless, the state is providing identity protection insurances to possible victims. Families of deceased patients are also being notified by the state. The breach was…

iOS 8 uses randomized MAC address broadcasts securing the user’s privacy. But before iOS 8 is out, MAC address broadcasts are still a threat to privacy security.  Mobile MAC (Media Access Control) address signal gives us updated, unencrypted, presence and…

BYOD: Bring Your Own Device to Work Devices such as smartphones and tablets have become major players in the workplace particularly in healthcare organizations. The integration of medical applications has changed the way we work, from standard uniform platforms to…