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Wi-Fi privacy at risk with WPA2 ‘KRACK’ vulnerability

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If you have been following the news this week, you may have seen mention of the ‘KRACK’ vulnerability that has come to light. In short, KRACK can allow attackers to intercept a good portion of what you’re doing online over Wi-Fi, even if your wireless network is protected using the WPA and WPA2 protocols (which are perhaps the most common). Continue Reading...
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Bringing your business to the fast lane

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Take a moment to think about how much your business relies on its internet connection. Odds are, it probably does rather singificantly. Now ask yourself, “is my internet connection as fast as it should be?” Many may flat-out say no. Particularly those utilizing DSL connections running over the telephone lines. But faster options (much faster) could readily be available with Continue Reading...
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The internet safety checklist: are you in compliance?

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The internet, much like the real world, is a big place filled with interesting things. There’s much to see, much to learn, and much to do. It can connect you with people on the other side of the globe or help you launch a business. And like the real world, you must learn to keep yourself safe, because cyber crime Continue Reading...
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Equifax data breach: yet another reminder that businesses must put IT security at the forefront of their minds

Last week, news broke that credit bureau Equifax experienced a monumental data breach. The Federal Trade Commission reports that 143 million American consumers had extremely sensitive personal information leaked – the likes of social security numbers, addresses, driver’s license numbers, phone numbers, and even credit card numbers. For consumers affected, it’s yet another hassle. For Equifax, it’s a nightmare of Continue Reading...
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What is Office 365?

Perhaps by now, you’ve heard some chatter about Microsoft’s Office 365 product. Its increasing popularity probably has you asking, “what is it?” In short, Office 365 is Microsoft’s all-in-one productivity suite. The subscription-based service offers users access to email, collaboration tools, file storage, and yes, the software bundle we all know and love that includes Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint, and Continue Reading...
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Reducing your exposure to malware online

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There’s a good chance that at some point or another you’ve dealth with malware online. From basic spam redirects to much more elaborate ransomware schemes, there’s no shortage of infections your computer can get out there on the web. So how do you reduce your potential exposure to these infections? Certainly, there are a few steps you can take. And Continue Reading...
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Changing your firewall? Here are some things to consider

Technology is constantly changing. Consumers and business alike often want the “latest and greatest” when it comes to hardware and software, but this is often particularly true when it comes to the security companies need to put into place to protect their networks and data. Firewall technology has been a staple on computer networks for years, and businesses are always Continue Reading...
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Hosted PBX: One less worry when it comes to communication

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An overwhelming amount of businesses today are still using old-fashioned telephone systems. But why? For many businesses, change is hard. After all, why change something that’s working? A few reasons, actually. First, Hosted PBX is affordable. Which means in a great majority of cases, it’s less expensive than your current phone solution. Secondly, Hosted PBX offers a variety of features Continue Reading...
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Colocation: A solution for the growing business

You would probably be surprised just how many small businesses host their servers out of their own offices. Often times in areas not specifically designated to house extremely valuable equipment vital to the operation of the company. While it may work for more established companies, hosting your own equipment can be a troublesome affair. You could very quickly find yourself Continue Reading...
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Thousands of computers now infected with ‘WannaCry’ ransomware

A ransomware program first discovered on the 12th of May has now infected upwards of 200,000 computer systems around the world, various news outlets report. Dubbed ‘WannaCry’, the trojan virus operates by holding an infected computer’s file hostage with a demand for payment, typically with cryptocurrency like bitcoin. The first demanded ransom is $300. If the victim does not pay Continue Reading...
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