Why is password security becoming increasingly important?

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The dangers of data breaches: Why password security is becoming increasingly important?

Data breaches are becoming a massive pain for big corporations and an even bigger problem for end users. Almost every day we hear about some sort of security issue regarding customer data, and that is probably just a tip of the iceberg since many go unreported for months or even years.

In the wake of these reports, your password security should be handled with great importance if you intend to keep such risks at bay.

How exactly do you ensure that your password is stored safely from hackers who are tirelessly looking for ways to gain entry into your private email accounts? What do they hope to find, and how do they intend to do with the information? Read more

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Tech Support Scams – Stay Safe, Protect Your Business and Reputation

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Last year, Microsoft reported 153,000 cases of customers who encountered or fell prey to tech support scams. This was a 24 % increase from the previous year. The data might indicate that more people are getting caught in the net, but it could also suggest that tech support scammers are getting smarter. The U.S Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) estimates that claimed losses due to tech support fraud amounted to $15 million in the same year.

What is tech support scam?

It’s where scammers contact you claiming to be tech specialists from Samsung, Microsoft or other tech firms. They will tell you that your computer has a problem and offer to fix it for you. In the process of guiding you through the process, you may unknowingly give them access to your machine and other personal information like bank details.

Watch out for the obvious: Read more

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What Small Business Owners Should Know About the Importance of Data Protection

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One of the many services we offer to all of our small business clients in Miami is data protection. The reason we stress this service so much is that a single security breach can devastate a small business.

Although many people think that hackers only target large companies, the truth is that there are many hackers out there that see small businesses as more accessible targets. They’re more interested in how weak your security system is compared to how much money you may be making. Read more

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5 Simple Tips to Protect Your Small Business from a Ransomware Attack

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I’m sure you’re tired of hearing about ransomware by now. It’s been covered in the news extensively over the last couple years, and for a good reason. Businesses of all sizes are potential targets for this type of cybercrime.

However, I’m not here to scare you or remind you of how dangerous and damaging ransomware can be. Instead, I’d like to give you five simple tips on how to avoid a ransomware attack on your computer systems so you can keep your business safe. Read more

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Home Internet Security Devices To Consider in 2018: CUJO vs. Bit Defender Box vs. Norton Core

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In the last 15 years, the nature of internet threats has changed radically from the simple viruses, malware, to ransomware, phishing, and massive device compromises. Corporations have had ways to counter every new threat at varying costs.

The challenge remains the home user. Many people work from home, bring work home, or have smart devices, making the home an attractive target to the hackers.

The high-tech lifestyle has made it easy to manage smart appliances to make life easier; however, it brings with it the worry of hacking threats. Read more

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