Celebrities and politicians seem to learn the hard way that, once personal information is on the internet, it stays there for eternity. Even for less-famous people like you and me, at this point in social media history, it’s possible to have some regrets about past public internet engagement. Hilarious photos from your senior prom that […]
Malware In A Flash: It’s A Thing
I don’t often get to discuss a subject ripped from today’s headlines, but malware in a flash drive is a security issue you should be aware of. So here’s a little warning. Recently a Chinese woman talked her way into Mar-A-Lago and was then arrested. On her person she had, among other odd things, a […]
Fun Facts About Better Business IT
The technology landscape today offers an overwhelming array of business improvement options. Safe to say it would be easy to buy new and better business IT products that might not interface effectively with technology you already have–unless you ask an IT expert. As your business grows, streamlining processes will improve company performance. Compatible technology can […]
Don’t Settle When It’s Your Business Technology
“Don’t settle” is a hot topic for me. Often when I take on a new client, I can be surprised at what I see this business has been using for their IT. It can be obsolete hardware, outdated software, strange network configurations, poor security and data preservation techniques, and antiquated workflows. I see businesses working […]
Encryption Software Will Reinforce Your Cybersecurity
There are so many ways to hack these days. Choosing the right technology security solutions to safeguard your business against invasions is critical. Without the right protection, such as encryption software, businesses and organizations face a high risk of hackers entering illegally into their systems. They can collect sensitive business data that may likely result […]
“The Cloud” Is Not A Yes Or No
How much does a business owner know about The Cloud? I’m finding that for most people, it’s a yes or no answer. “Yes, I’m in the Cloud,” or “No, I’m not in the Cloud.” As an IT professional, I wish it could be that simple! To borrow from Wikipedia, “Cloud computing is shared pools of […]
What Is Internet Of Things?
Of the many seemingly magical advancements in electronics, the Internet of Things (IoT) is the one I think you will incorporate most into your life and work in this new year. Through internet connectivity, we can now have our devices “talk” to each other. Did you forget to lock up when you rushed out of […]
Your IT Services Should Include Cutting Edge Encryption Software
Great! you say. What the heck is that? you wonder. You’ve heard me say many times there are so many ways to hack these days. Well, there are also many ways to prevent losing your data, and that technology changes (because it has to) all the time. Knowing the latest and greatest encryption protections should […]
Cybersecurity Awareness Training For Employees and Executives
When you decide to educate your employees and your executives on how to recognize and prevent cyber attacks, you are taking a major step to protect your business network. New scams are reported every day. Some people keep up with new hack angles, some don’t hear about them until it’s too late. Aptica, your local […]
I’m Already Thinking About 2019 IT Management Needs—You?
Providing a virtual Chief Information Officer is part of our IT management package. Who do you ask when you need to know how long that new hardware should last, or if your software is still leading-edge in your industry? Do you have a “rainy day” fund for IT emergencies? That’s a worry that Aptica can […]