In general, it’s a good thing to be using a password manager to generate a strong, unique password and to keep track of all of your passwords. For many of OptfinITy’s clients, the password manager that has been used has been LastPass – something we ourselves have been using since 2013. Over the past 6… Read more »
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One iPhone Setting Worth Changing
Thieves love to steal iPhones. They’re easy to target and sell for quick cash. However, changing one iPhone setting can stop thieves in their tracks. Smart thieves will look to instantly turn on airplane mode once they swipe a phone. They do this so the phone can’t be located from the Find My app. Fortunately,… Read more »
TikTok Making Algorithm More Transparent
TikTok, the latest social media titan, recently announced a new feature called “Why this video”. This feature is being rolled out in the “For You” section and will be accessible through a question mark icon. Users will be able to review why each video is selected for their feed. There will be several different listed… Read more »
Have You Cleared Your iPhone Cache Recently?
Just like every piece of technology, your iPhone needs routine maintenance. While physical maintenance such as screen cleaning is important, some of the processes should also happen digitally. One of the easiest pieces of upkeep is clearing your iPhone cache monthly. What is my cache? Your browser cache is like a digital closet. Over time,… Read more »
Best Cybersecurity Practices for Remote Work
The holidays are right around the corner, which means many will be working remotely while traveling. Remote work already increases cybersecurity risks and traveling adds another dimension of threats. It’s important to keep your guard up and avoid taking security shortcuts while working remotely. According to venturebeat.com, here are a few cybersecurity practices you should… Read more »
Cyber Monday, Giving Tuesday, and the Ensuing Scams
Black Friday, Cyber Monday, and Giving Tuesday are three of the busiest days of the year for shopping and donating. These days create the perfect opportunity for hackers and scammers to take advantage of the unwary. Thankfully, according to NBC there are measures you can take to avoid false advertisements, untrustworthy sellers, phishing attempts and… Read more »
Is LinkedIn Secure?
LinkedIn has long had security issues such as fake and impersonated accounts, spam messaging, and phishing. However, according to an article on Tripware, LinkedIn is taking new measures to bolster their security and protect users from threats. Some of these features include: About This Profile Every user will now have additional data points to assess… Read more »
Does My Computer still need Antivirus Software?
More information is available online than ever before, and with this rise in information comes an increase in the number of hackers and scammers looking to obtain your personal data. Protecting your computer with antivirus software is not just needed, it is essential. In addition to removing viruses, antivirus software will help keep your personal… Read more »
Is now the time to go completely cloud based?
Is now the time to go completely cloud based? Have you been considering if now could be the right time to switch your small business completely to the cloud? Cloud computing offers many advantages to small businesses and nonprofit organizations, but will it maintain the safety of private information for both your business and… Read more »
Outages Affect Websites from Spotify to the White House
Corporate websites have become a must-have for modern organizations. Corporations, non-profits, and even government bodies maintain websites in order to reach consumers, host information, and provide a means of contact. There are even professionals dedicated to creating content, improving how high a website appears in searches, and maintaining website functionality. Impact of Website Outages When… Read more »
