Cloud security: everything you need to know

Cloud technology is becoming more pervasive every day. Some reports claim that almost 90% of businesses will utilize some form of the technology in 2017. But somehow myths about its lack of security remain. From cloud-based software to data storage, we believe cloud security is swiftly becoming better than that of local area networks. Hands-on

By |2019-11-14T11:08:20+00:00May 4th, 2017|Web & Cloud|

How to extend your laptop battery’s power

Keeping your laptop plugged in all the time doesn’t solve your battery problems. It may keep your laptop fully charged for a day, but this practice may do more harm than good in the long run. Luckily, there are quick-and-easy fixes and long-term solutions to help save battery power on your laptop. Here’s a look

By |2019-11-14T11:08:29+00:00May 3rd, 2017|Hardware|

You can now scan documents on Android

Good news for Android users of Dropbox apps. Last month, Dropbox announced a new app update that will bring the very useful document scanning feature to Google’s operating system. This means you no longer have to use a bulky scanner to convert files into PDFs -- just bring your Android device. Read on below for

By |2019-11-14T11:08:34+00:00May 2nd, 2017|Android|

A brief history of virtual quarantines

Malware is becoming more sophisticated every day, and we recommend several solutions for dealing with it. One of the most interesting of these is achievable via cutting-edge virtualization technology. Often referred to as sandboxing, this solution is a great way to quarantine and test suspicious applications before exposing them to your entire network. What is

By |2019-11-14T11:08:40+00:00April 28th, 2017|Virtualization|

Five ways to avoid VoIP eavesdropping

With the recent headlines on cyber attacks via Voice-over-Internet-Protocol (VoIP) eavesdropping, the safety of your communication systems is clearly at risk. As cyber criminals constantly find new ways to infiltrate your business, now might be the right time to implement the proper defenses for your VoIP phone systems. Get the ball rolling with these following

By |2022-01-10T07:47:21+00:00April 27th, 2017|VoIP|

Why you need to update Microsoft Word

Microsoft Word is a staple business application. But since so many people use it on a daily basis, hackers work tirelessly to expose and exploit flaws in the system. In fact, cybercriminals stumbled upon a Word vulnerability that puts your sensitive data at risk. Read on to learn more about the exploit and what you

By |2019-11-14T11:08:47+00:00April 26th, 2017|Office|

Windows 10 Creators Update: new features

Instead of an outright operating system update, Microsoft is now releasing named updates that come with enhancements and other features that individual users and businesses should get excited about. Its latest, Creators Update on Windows 10, includes new design touches and a handful of productivity features. Are the new features worth the updates? Controlled updates

By |2019-11-14T11:08:51+00:00April 25th, 2017|Windows|

Sly phishing attack catching users off guard

You pay close enough attention to the links you click to avoid clicking on something like goolge.com or evrenote.com...right? Because if you’re not, you could end up exposing your computer or smartphone to a host of malware. The newest phishing attack strategy is the worst of all, and can catch even the most astute users

By |2019-11-14T11:08:55+00:00April 24th, 2017|Security|

Reasons to back up your mobile devices

It makes a lot of sense for electronics firms to pack a variety of functions into mobile devices and expand their usefulness. Instead of confining their use to communications, companies such as Apple, Samsung, and others have turned mobile phones into mini-computers that can serve as a substitute for your laptop, or as a storage

By |2021-12-22T09:39:35+00:00April 20th, 2017|Business|