Big Brother Is Watching–Give ‘em a Black Eye!

We’ve all seen the tell-tale signs–a brief “on” light blink on your laptop built-in camera, that uncanny moment those Facebook ads use keywords you just spoke about 10 minutes ago, phone batteries dying out a bit faster than you think they should… Technically the verdict is still out whether or not your devices are being…

The Importance of Backups

You’re only as good as your last backup. Ask anyone and they’ll tell you “backups are essential” and they’re absolutely right. What is often forgotten is that backups can become corrupt in just as many ways and reasons as the reason that has caused you the need to restore from one. Hardware fails, software has…

MWS- Is it right for me?

Managed Web Services (aka MWS), in its simplest form, is where another company assists you with the maintenance of your web technology assets. This includes your web-based hardware (like servers) and web software (like your website and apps). Think of it as a giant security blanket, it can serve a lot of different functions. This…

Phishing and Cutting the Line

Phishing attempts happen very often. I know that I personally have received many in my time. They can come via email, phone call, or even in your mailbox. In most cases phonies are easy to spot, particularly via phone or standard mail, but what about emails? We know well enough not to click links we…

Delete Your Problems Before They Exist

I take a lot of photos every single day. I snap photos of my children doing foolish things, my dog stealing a sock from the hamper, my latest attempt at cooking a fine meal, my Cheeto that looks like Ron Perlman, and my obsessive use of the Oxford comma. All of my photos are automatically…

Avoid A DNS Disaster – Stay In Control

When it comes to your website or technology platform, many know little more than how to get to it and use it on the internet. In many instances, you do not need to know what is going on behind the scenes, as long as the solution/website works when you type in the URL. It is…

Is It Time to Reinvent Yourself?

Almost daily it seems, trends change and evolve. Whether it’s hairstyles, fashion or technology. However, while most of us change up our wardrobe, hair color, style and tech gadgets without much thought or hesitation, how many of us take the time to look at our company’s brand and the face it shows to the world?…

Security Concerns in These Times of Giving

  As the holidays approach, we must take a moment to remember that we must still stay vigilant while having a good time. Year to date, we’ve had some serious security issues plaguing the world of cyberspace. Is it to be expected? Everything from leaks of spy-tools from intelligence agencies, state-sponsored spyware, and all the…