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While running a small organization, getting your name out there is critical for your success. While using social media and online advertising are available options, the best way to become recognized by the largest audience possible is to appear at the top or near the top of an online search engine. A recent article from… Read more »

You probably receive hundreds of emails per day, and more than likely, one of those emails contains malware. According to a recent IT World article, one out of every 244 emails contains malware. This means you need to be on the lookout for suspicious looking emails at all times. Here are a few red flags… Read more »

Many organizations today use file-sharing software to allow for more effective communication and collaboration on documents in the office. While the ability to share files is undoubtedly useful as it improves efficiency, files that aren’t properly protected and land in the wrong hands can lead to serious issues ranging from fraud to identity theft. The… Read more »

When a natural disaster or great tragedy occurs such as a massive hurricane or the Boston bombing, your immediate reaction may be to want to help those who are suffering during these circumstances by sending monetary donations. Unfortunately, cybercriminals know this and take advantage of people’s good will through phishing scams and the creation of… Read more »

If you are running a small business or organization, you can’t afford to be spending money on anything that isn’t directly boosting awareness or increasing revenue. While paying for ad space on websites with high amounts of traffic is a great way to get your name out there, it is important to be wary of… Read more »

It seems there is an app for almost everything today, and your business or organization should be no exception. Having a mobile app for your business establishes credibility and gives people another way to interact with your organization. Perhaps your organization already has in place a responsive website that allows for an optimal user experience… Read more »

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 »

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 »

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 »

While you have probably heard about bitcoin, you may not be familiar with a new type of cybercrime on the rise called cryptojacking. What is 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… Read more »