Archive for April 2019
UEFI Rootkits
Whether you are a cybersecurity expert or not, there are some security risks that every business leader needs to be aware of—and UEFI rootkits definitely fall into that category. These nasty computer viruses are uniquely dangerous to your computer systems because they do not get wiped out when you reformat your hard drive or reinstall…
Read MoreMicrosoft Accounts Targeted For Months, Hackers Serve A Security Reminder
Microsoft began notifying Outlook.com users of a 2019 security breach that occurred between January 1st and March 28th. Hackers were unintentionally given unauthorized access to some accounts, where they were then able to view subject lines, email addresses, and folder names. While no login details—including passwords—were directly accessed as part of this breach, Microsoft did…
Read MoreCan Outsourcing Help Your Business Grow?
If the thought of letting go of crucial parts of your business gives you the hives, it’s time to get real about outsourcing. It’s practically impossible for one individual or even a small group of people to adequately perform every function of a business. Even if you were able to hire specialists for each stage…
Read MoreHappy Administrative Professionals Day!
April 24th is Administrative Professionals Day, which is an occasion worth celebrating. No office can function without hardworking and dedicated administrative staff, so why not take this as an opportunity to remind them how much you value them? Treat your administrative staff to a little something special today, and let them know how important they…
Read MoreAre You Monitoring Your Mobile Devices For Security?
With all the data breaches in 2018 and predictions for them to increase, Mobile Device Management (MDM) is now essential for any type or size of business in New England.
Read MoreTech Education: What Is Microsoft Office 365?
The ability to work anywhere used to be limited to freelancers and writers, but today’s professionals need the flexibility to be productive regardless of their physical location. Microsoft Office 365 provides the full-featured suite of services that businesses need to scale quickly and focus on core growth. While Office 365 may call to mind…
Read MoreBe Aware: ASUS Update Tool Hijacked By Aggressive Hackers
Large software and hardware manufacturers are generally a trusted source for updates, but that same level of trust with consumers is what makes these groups a heavy target for hackers. The recent infiltration of ASUS made it all too clear that no one is safe from the threat of malware attacks. The Taiwan-based tech giant recently was…
Read MoreTech Education: What Is A Firewall?
Firewalls were developed over thirty years ago and function as the first line of defense for many business networks. This piece of network equipment is a perimeter defense that determines whether packets can move into or out of the network. While the basic concept of a firewall is simple, the way that it performs this…
Read MoreGame Changing Information Technology In Small Business
Are you looking for suggestions on the type of technology that can keep your company competitive? Find out about a few tools you should consider incorporating into your business.
Read MoreEliminate Distractions In Your Work Day
Our days are full of distractions, from phones that don’t stop ringing to apps that don’t stop dinging. Each time we pause from one task, it takes us several seconds to a few minutes to get our minds back on track. This may not seem like much of an impact, but it can really add…
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