The following are 7 of the top security threats to watch out for in 2014 and how to avoid them. Malware and viruses Malware is essentially used to disrupt computer operations, gain access to private computer systems and/or gather sensitive information. Up-to-date malware detection and antivirus programs remain the most effective defense against malicious software…
Seasoned companies know the value of developing and implementing IT roadmaps for their organizations. It is just as important for small and medium businesses to have a roadmap that addresses their business challenges and highlights available technological opportunities. Ideally, the roadmap should identify the company’s technological needs along with how technology is to be implemented…
If your computer is running on anything older than Windows 7, it’s time to upgrade. Microsoft is suspending its support for Windows XP in 2014, cutting all Microsoft security updates. Software vendors are also likely to withdraw their technical assistance soon after, so this is the best time to ensure you’re not left behind. Why…
Identity theft has become a serious concern today, and while it sometime occurs as a result of careless internet use, it can also be due to a business security breach. The loss of customer data can be very costly to a business, and might easily drive away customers or even lead to legal penalties. In…
Who would imagine a world without phones today? If it’s not your home phone or office phone, it is the cell phone, the new craving of the times. Phones have become essential and our preferred choice of communication although their basic technology goes back to decades ago. In the last 10 years, the advent of…
Remote access technologies have been available for a while and they come in different shapes and forms. Commercial and free software, unattended and user-initiated remote control, and Web-based and desktop software are the most common. It has many benefits. It is convenient for businesses and the employees (avoid driving back to work to print one…
