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Privacy and Mobile Device Security Tips:
Printable Download Security recommendations for Your Mobile Step by Step Recommended Privacy and Security Settings iPhone 10min ...
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Sep 18, 20241 min read
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WIFI Best Practices To-Do list for home users
1. Change Default Administrator Passwords (and Usernames) All default logins provided are simple and very well-known to hackers on the...
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Sep 18, 20243 min read
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6 Practical Security Tips for Users
Here are six quick and easy steps you can take to further ensure the safety of your information: 1. When using public WiFi, resist the...
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Sep 18, 20241 min read
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Examining the Most Common Firewall Misconfigurations
This short video does a really good job of going over the most common Firewall Misconfigurations. Notice that OUTBOUND rules are often...
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Sep 18, 20241 min read
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How Schools can save $$ and improve Network Security
Avast is a good Free AntiVirus option for schools. I have tested it against several “paid” options and found Avast equal or superior to...
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Sep 18, 20241 min read
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How to check for an infected network and Clean up the mess
After helping a few schools recently I thought I would share an article that I passed along to them. I recommended that they take a...
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Sep 18, 20241 min read
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Mobile Security Threat Report
Sophos has done an excellent job of summarizing the past and current mobile malware threats in a report. They admit that it has only been...
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Sep 18, 20241 min read
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Stay Safe using Public Wi-Fi -- Check list
First one must understand that Free Wi-Fi is a very big and easy target. And make no mistake. It takes zero hacking skills to secretly...
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Sep 18, 20242 min read
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Focus on risks and people, not just devices and data
Great article on IT security that recommended “Focus on risks and people, not just devices and data” They suggested “Information...
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Sep 18, 20241 min read
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Five Reasons Your Small or Midsize Business is a Prime Target for Cybercriminals
I came across a great article from FireEye it is well worth the time to read the article. You will need to register to be able to...
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10 Tips for being safe online (for Youth)
1. Lock down your Facebook page. Make sure your profile is only shown to your friends - not their friends too and certainly not the whole...
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Sep 18, 20242 min read
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How to Avoid Malware
There are many ways malware can infect your computer. But with some simple tips you can easily avoid even the nastiest of viruses. These...
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Back to School Tech Safety Tips:
Below are some tips for protecting your new device, securing your personal data as you get a new device or take some continuing education....
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Securing Your Home Wi-Fi:
1. Turn on encryption Wireless routers often come with the encryption feature disabled, so be sure to check that encryption is turned...
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Online Safety and E-Mail Security
“Anonymous” is not Always “Anonymous” Company IT departments have the ability to observe users trying to use software to be online...
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Sep 18, 20241 min read
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How to Securely Erase your Devices before Disposing
Did you receive a new phone, computer or other device for Christmas? How do you erase all confidential information off your old device...
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Sep 18, 20244 min read
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Backup and Recovery of Your Data:
There are many different options for backing up and storing your personal information, and Online backups are great in case of fire,...
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Mobile Device Contract for Teens
Merry Christmas! You are now the proud owner of an (iPhone). You are a good & responsible young person and you deserve this gift. But...
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Sep 18, 20243 min read
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Basic Tips to Protect Your Identity:
We all have the best intentions when it comes to safeguarding our personal information from identity thieves. Checking credit reports,...
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Sep 18, 20242 min read
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US Customs and Border Patrol Demanded NASA Scientist's PIN
NASA scientist was detained by U.S. Customs and Border Patrol (CBP) after flying into Houston from Chile. Bikkannavar, who is a U.S....
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Sep 18, 20242 min read
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