While entering a coffee shop, a restaurant, or even the mall, the first thing many people do is connect to the WiFi network. People connect to public WiFi networks constantly to allow for better functionality on their devices or to allow them to continue to access the internet and email from devices that don’t use… Read more »
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What are your best password practices?
We use passwords for everything. Our email, social media, bank accounts, and many other online platforms require passwords for access. Since passwords are needed for so many things, many people choose to go with easy-to-remember passwords, or use one password for everything. While it may be convenient to not have to memorize a bunch of… Read more »
“Pausing Location History” does not stop Google from tracking you!
Whether you like it or not, Google has the ability to track where you are at all times if you are using any of their apps on your smart phone. Although there are benefits to having your location known, such as the ability to quickly get directions to a restaurant nearby or check the local… Read more »
Are you prepared for hurricane season?
With hurricane season now in full swing, it’s time to think about precautions to take in the event of a major storm to prevent disastrous loss of data. This recent article provided some strategies to avoid, and some of those highlights include: Make sure to back up everything including power, file, and server backups. When… Read more »
Have you been cryptojacked?
While you have probably heard about bitcoin, you may not be familiar with a new type of cybercrime on the rise called cryptojacking. Cryptojacking is essentially when a cybercriminal uses someone else’s computer or web browser without their permission to develop cryptocurrency. They usually infiltrate their victim’s system through a phishing email or an infected… Read more »
OptfinITy to present at 2018 Fairfax County Small Business Forum
OptinITy to present at the annual Fairfax County Small Business Forum The Small Business Forum offers small business owners opportunities to network, seek coaching and “find out what is available in our business ecosystem” by engaging with fellow business people, Fairfax County agencies, Federal agencies, larger corporations who seek subcontractors, and business services exhibitors all… Read more »
Optfinity CEO Michael Drobnis One of Featured IT Panelists at the 2018 Northern Virginia EYE Program’s Career Exploration Symposium and Graduation Ceremony.
The Northern Virginia Educating Youth Through Employment Program, which provides summer employment opportunities for young adults from the ages of 18-24, held their annual graduation ceremony on Friday August 10, 2018 and Opfinity’s Founder and CEO Michael Drobnis was one of the three featured panelists who spoke about the Information Technology Industry and the many… Read more »
Don’t let your business become a victim of a cyberattack!
Do you own or manage a small business or organization? If so, it is important to acknowledge the increasing risk of becoming a cyberattack victim. Data from a recent CNET article shows that since 2011 the percentage of cyberattacks that occurred in small businesses has risen from 20% to almost 50%! Another troubling statistic is… Read more »
Choosing a web hosting provider for your organization? Here are some things to consider.
In today’s day in age it is imperative that new businesses and organizations start off on the right foot when it comes to intertwining technology with all other aspects of their business. A recent CNET article gives guidelines to follow while deciding on the type of web hosting provider that will be the best fit… Read more »
Tips on creating a professional website.
One of the best ways to achieve success is to set yourself apart from the competition whether online or in general. A great way to achieve that is to have a captivating, user friendly website. A recent News article describes the most important points to keep in mind while creating an ecommerce site or website… Read more »
