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![Satan Ransomware: Understanding this New Threat]()
Ransomware has never been a more serious threat thanks to the new program Satan. Read on to learn more about Satan ransomware and how to protect yourself against this new threat. One particularly malicious cyber-attack which has grown more frequent in recent years is ransomware, a virus that infects a computer system and shuts it […]
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![Weekly Tech Tip: Control physical access to computers and network components]()
Prevent access or use of business computers by unauthorized individuals. Laptops can be particularly easy targets for theft or can be lost, so lock them up when unattended. Make sure a separate user account is created for each employee and require strong passwords. Administrative privileges should only be given to trusted IT staff and key […]
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![Weekly Tech Tip: Require employees to use strong passwords and to change them often]()
Consider implementing multifactor authentication that requires additional information beyond a password to gain entry. Check with your vendors that handle sensitive data, especially financial institutions, to see if they offer multifactor authentication for your account.
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![How Canada’s Cyber Security Strategy Affects Everyday Canadians]()
Following a 2010 speech that noted the evolving threats to Canada’s cyber network, the government of Canada has outlined a robust plan to address the risks to the Canadian government and its citizens from state-sponsored cyber attacks, terrorist threats, and cyber crime. Many parts of Canada’s cyber security strategy are aimed at protecting critical and […]
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![According to Experts: 2017 Will Be Another Boom Year for Ransomware Attacks]()
Ransomware will continue growth in 2017. Learn how to help your business ward off these threats. Cybersecurity thought leaders have dubbed 2016 as The Year of Ransomware. The United States Federal Bureau of Investigation tells us that for 2017 ransomware activity will remain high and losses will likely top $1 billion for the second year […]
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![Facebook Ads Provide Direct Marketing Approach]()
Facebook ads allow event planners to use a direct marketing approach Social media has outpaced other media platforms to such an extent that hard copy newspapers and magazines are becoming more and more rare with each passing year. Our pervasive use of devices has swelled the coffers of e-businesses with ad dollars. Facebook may be […]
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![Wisdom Wednesday: Twelve Shortcuts Saving Maximum Time Using Microsoft Outlook]()
The latest version of Microsoft Outlook is designed to be a personal information manager, not just email. Learn the shortcut tricks and a user can become a power communicator very quickly. While many wish there might be another choice, it is unlikely that Microsoft Outlook as a user interface is going to go away […]
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![4 Ways investing in business IT support will grow your business]()
With the full support of managed IT, your business will become more efficient, and you will be in a position to allocate more resources towards business growth. Many services such as remote monitoring, data backup, and storage, as well as network security, will gradually be scaled up as your business expands. An excellent IT support […]
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![Wisdom Wednesday: Out Of Office In Microsoft Outlook]()
How Do I Set My Out Of Office In Microsoft Outlook To Only Send From One Date To Another? In Outlook, click on File, Info then select Automatic Replies (Out of Office). Click on Send Automatic Replies and check the Only send during this time range check box. Specify a start and end time for […]
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![What Makes the Public Cloud A Good Option?]()
Small business owners have many options regarding using the cloud, but a public cloud option offers many benefits that others do not. You have likely heard of the cloud, but if you are not yet using it, you may find it all very confusing. Small businesses have many choices when it comes to the cloud […]
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![A Clean Desk Helps You Work Better: Clear Off Your Desk Today!]()
On January 9th, it is Clean Off Your Desk Day. If you are looking for a more permanent solution, technology may be the answer. Have you ever noticed that when your desk is a mess, you feel as though you cannot get anything done? This is a common thing found in offices all over the […]
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![Canadian Broadband Declared a Service For All]()
Canadian regulators have declared broadband Internet access is an essential service everyone should have. Now they need to make it a reality. Canada is now making a social policy shift that broadband Internet access is a fundamental tool everyone should have access to. And in that realization, the telecom regulatory agency in the country is […]
