1807, 2018

4 misconceptions about the Cloud

By |July 18, 2018|Categories: Web & Cloud|Tags: , , , , , , |

Cloud computing has proven to be a cost-effective necessity for small businesses. However, there are still many owners who remain misinformed about the intricacies of cloud solutions. Here are some common misconceptions you should stop believing about the cloud. #1. Cloud infrastructures are unsecure Information security is a necessity for [...]

2706, 2018

How to wipe data from your old smartphone

By |June 27, 2018|Categories: Android|Tags: , , , , , , , |

Our mobile phones contain some of our most private data. There are contact details, confidential business emails, financial information, and possibly even risqué pictures that you wouldn’t want falling into the wrong hands. Factory reset is one way to get rid of everything if you’re moving on from your old [...]

1406, 2018

Chrome to mark HTTP as ‘not secure’

By |June 14, 2018|Categories: Google, Security, Web & Cloud|Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , |

Google Chrome currently marks HTTPS-encrypted sites with a green lock icon and “Secure” sign. And starting in July, Chrome will mark all HTTP sites as "not secure.” Google hopes this move will nudge users away from the unencrypted web. Read on to learn more about the forthcoming changes. For several [...]

204, 2018

Cybersecurity approaches to keep PHI safe

By |April 2, 2018|Categories: Healthcare|Tags: , , , , , , , , |

Healthcare organizations have always kept the possibility of data breaches in mind, especially since 2017 witnessed the biggest and most expensive data breach to date. To counter this, more businesses have hired certified technicians, but that’s not enough. They also need to implement the most advanced systems and protocols to [...]

703, 2018

The importance of HTTPS

By |March 7, 2018|Categories: Web & Cloud|Tags: , , , , , , , , , |

Very few internet users understand the meaning of the padlock icon in their web browser’s address bar. It represents HTTPS, a security feature that authenticates websites and protects the information users submit to them. Let’s go over some user-friendly HTTPS best practices to help you surf the web safely. HTTPS [...]

2302, 2018

Protect your Mac from security threats

By |February 23, 2018|Categories: Apple|Tags: , , , , , , , , , |

Mac users follow certain steps to maintain privacy and protect company data. But if you're too busy or short on resources, you might place security lower on your to-do list. Whatever your reason, the threat is real and you need to take steps to protect yourself. Check your Privacy Settings [...]

2212, 2017

Phishers use encrypted sites to scam

By |December 22, 2017|Categories: Security|Tags: , , , , |

Just when you thought cyber criminals couldn’t get smarter, along comes a new scamming technique. Previously used for safeguarding browsing activity, encryption tools are now used by hackers in carrying out phishing scams. This means some fraudulent sites may have HTTPS on their address, giving users a false sense of [...]

612, 2017

Cybersecurity Essentials: VPN

By |December 6, 2017|Categories: Security|Tags: , , , , , , , |

Whether it’s because of government surveillance or cyberattacks, internet users are more concerned than ever about the privacy of their online activities. Unfortunately, security measures like firewalls and antivirus software can’t help you in this case, but there’s one that can: Virtual Private Network (VPN). What is VPN? Simply put, [...]

1810, 2017

macOS High Sierra gives away your password

By |October 18, 2017|Categories: Apple|Tags: , , , , , , , , |

A glaring security mistake has been discovered in Apple’s most recent desktop operating system. It’s not the sort of vulnerability that requires complicated malware or IT knowledge; anyone can learn this exploit in a matter of minutes to steal your password. Here’s how to stop that from happening. What is [...]

210, 2017

Beware of healthcare IoT security risks

By |October 2, 2017|Categories: Healthcare|Tags: , , , , , , , , , |

The Internet of Things (IoT) has the potential to completely revolutionize the healthcare industry. Innovations like smart pacemakers and fitness trackers monitor patients’ vitals and unearth patterns that can lead to more accurate diagnoses. But like any new technology, it also brings a slew of security risks healthcare professionals need [...]

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