Previously, we have shown you how to delete and clear these pesky, residual elements in Internet Explorer that stick around on your computer after you’re finished searching the web. This time, we will be showing you how to do it for Microsoft Edge, their newest web browser. You’ll find updating to this browser comes… Read more »
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Protect Against WannaCry: Microsoft Issues Patch for Unsupported Windows (XP, Vista, 8,…)
The largest ransomware attack in history has already infected over 114,000 Windows systems worldwide. Many of these infections were on older, unsupported versions of Windows such as XP, Vista, and Windows 8. There is a reason any IT professional will advise you to upgrade to any current OS; these systems are constantly supported and… Read more »
The phishing swindle that conned $100 million out of Google and Facebook
Recently, both Google and Facebook were victims of fraud in which the criminal managed to convincingly impersonate an Asian manufacturer, generate fraudulent emails from the company, and invoice those huge companies for millions of dollars. This was done by simply forging invoices, contracts, and letters from the victim companies. Luckily, Google and Facebook are… Read more »
Beware bogus emails from LinkedIn asking for your CV!
As in every case involving your personal information, you should be wary of giving it out to strangers, especially when being solicited. The newest scammer craze is being targeted through LinkedIn by a spammer emailing contacts letting them know they are urgently seeking workers. These emails inform the person that they match qualifications they… Read more »
Artificial Intelligence Tech Will Arrive in Three Waves
This is a fascinating article on artificial intelligence, where its been and where its going, and how we got there; but moreover, have you thought about how AI may affect your business years down the road? Are you prepared for the changes and challenges that such technology might present? The article talks about three… Read more »
Employees in the dark about data retention policy
As a company or organization, you have a legal requirement to retain information and communication. Studies show that most employees have no idea what these policies are, and chances are, neither do you. Read the full article to see what the actual statistics are. These policies should not only include what to retain and… Read more »
Hacked home routers are trying to brute force their way into WordPress websites
How would you feel if you knew you were responsible for the hacking of others’ websites? What if you could have prevented it? The problem is that in today’s technology connected world, things like this are happening all the time because every device out there is a mini computer and if not updated and… Read more »
The Art of the Pitch
Do you have your elevator pitch ready? You know, those 90 second speeches you have prepared to give at networking events and run-ins with colleagues. Did you know, even if you haven’t given one professionally, you’ve probably already given them when trying to explain to your family and friends what you do for a living? … Read more »
Why it’s a good idea to clear your browser history and cookies
A website cookie is a file that helps websites identify who you are and whether you have been to a website before. This is useful for remembering your preferences or items you may have ordered, making your website experience a better one. The problem occurs when hackers can manipulate this data, as evidenced in this… Read more »
Encryption is a good thing
Recently, a terrorist used WhatsApp to send and receive encrypted messages to help plan an attack, and there have been demands by some that there should be a weakening or banning of this type of encryption. Would this help prevent this type of terrorist communication? Absolutely not. Some have also called for backdoor systems to… Read more »
