When considering cyber security, the potential dangers of using public Wi-Fi networks are often overlooked. Accessing free, public internet poses safety risks that don’t exist on secure home or office networks. For example, you don’t know who set up the network or who else may be on the network with …
The Importance of Laptop Encryption
Encryption is the coding of information – often for the purpose of making the data unreadable by an unauthorized user. The only way to access encrypted data is with a password and decryption key. Data encryption is a fairly straightforward and transparent process. We suggest that every mobile device be …
Phishing Attacks On the Rise
What is phishing? Phishing is a play on “fishing,” as it is a way of “throwing out bait” to see who bites. It involves sending correspondence that appears legitimate but is meant to lure a potential victim into providing personal information for nefarious purposes. Spear Phishing is more effective than …
What you need to know about Windows 10
Windows 7 is no longer supported by Microsoft (as of January, 2020). Any system with Windows 7 is subject to major security risks. Here’s what you need to know about Windows 10: The traditional start menu has returned Windows 10 has enhanced security and updates Performance is very good Supports …