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![To update to Windows 10 or not to update to Windows 10? That is the question!]()
Given a wide range of Windows 10 trade-offs and shortcomings you may be better off sticking with Windows 7 or 8.1. We have learned many valuable lessons in our years of providing IT services and support and are definitely of the opinion that the newest and most expensive technology isn’t always necessarily the best. With […]
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![Has the Smartwatch Finally Been Done Right?]()
For some, Apple’s smartwatch was a beautiful and unique piece of technology. However, for many, it didn’t live up to the hype. In fact, after the release of their watch, interest in smartwatches as a category was reported to be declining. Supposedly, this is because people realized that smartwatches weren’t the next big thing, but […]
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![After Ashley Madison Hack, CEO’s Information is Out – And So Is He]()
According to the Canadian company Avid Life Media, which operates AshleyMadison.com, CEO Noel Biderman stepped down on August 28th – about a week after hackers published many of his emails. Although many observers speculate it was a one sided decision (considering Biderman had already left the firm), the company cited it as a mutual agreement. […]
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![Spammers Take Advantage of Ashley Madison Breach]()
Made a Mistake Using Ashley Madison? Don’t Let Spammers Make Your Situation Worse! According to global security firms, the recent Ashley Madison data breach has brought forth a large spike in email campaigns, all mentioning the famed infidelity website. The firm Symantec reports a surge in phishing attacks, focused on the data leak of Ashley […]
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![The Road to Revenue: How to Engage Your Customers]()
According to a recent Rosetta Consulting survey, brands with highly engaged customers saw 50 percent more revenue as a result of customer loyalty. It is easy to see, then, that it is crucial to keep your customers truly engaged and happy, in order to keep your company profitable. Here are some key ways to ensure […]
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![How to Make Your Wi-Fi Move at the Speed of Light!]()
The electromagnetic waves you pick up with a cellphone or a radio are radio waves, which are basically the same as wi-fi waves. The main difference between these two waves are the length, where AM radio waves are hundreds of meters long, conventional wi-fi waves are only about 12 cm long. This means that as […]
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![STOP! Don’t Upgrade To Windows 10 Yet!]()
Windows 10 Worries – You’d Be Crazy to Upgrade without Considering These Concerns! The new Windows 10 operating system was highly anticipated prior to it’s release last month, with developers and users alike eager to move past Windows 8, but after it’s release, the publicity received was less than favorable. Instead concerns are being raised […]
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![Beware the Insidious Threat of Ransomware]()
Ransomware makes many business owners shudder. This nasty little IT bug can freeze and shut you out of your entire system. It works by blackmailing those it infects by telling them to either pay money or face the consequences. Business users in Canada should take note because one alert has recently been posted by a […]
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![Thinking About Making A Change To An iPhone?]()
Here’s What You Need to Know About Apple’s Best iPhone to Date… As always, as soon as Apple announces the newest iPhone will be gracing consumers around the world, everyone starts getting excited, and the question of the hour becomes “when can I get my new phone?“. Pre-orders for the new devices always open up […]
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![Imagine A World Where Your WIFI…Well Just Works!]()
Google’s New OnHub Router Aims to Make Wi-Fi Even Simpler! This week Google revealed a new Wi-Fi router intended to make connecting multiple mobile platforms in the home much easier. Known as the OnHub, this router sports a sleek cylindrical design, low price point and other features that make it desirable for any household looking […]
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![Crucial Facts Your Business Needs to Learn from The 2015 Internet Security Threat Report]()
As Your Trusted Outsourced Business IT Solutions Team…We Keep A Keen Eye Open For All Emerging Technology Threats. Compunet InfoTech is always keeping our eye on trends – we know that in the world of technology, nothing is stagnant. Cybercriminals are always seeking out new vulnerabilities and using new ways to compromise data. That’s why we’ve […]
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![Microsoft Releases Emergency Patch for Critical Security Flaw Found in Internet Explorer!]()
Running A Version of Internet Explorer Between IE7 – IE11? You’re at Risk for Malware Infection! If you’re running a supported version of Internet Explorer – from IE7 to IE11, you’re at risk for malware infection through a serious vulnerability, wherein your systems can be infected when you browse to a malware riddled website. Microsoft […]
