When you hear “USB FLASH DRIVE”, does that paint a picture in your mind of a device that is tough as nails and 100% reliable. I hope not. THERE ARE TWO TYPES OF DRIVES, THOSE THAT HAVE FAILED AND THOSE THAT WILL. Several weeks ago three different people came to me with USB flash drives … Continue reading
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PREVENT VS. FIX: PROTECT YOUR DIGITAL LIFE
PROTECT YOUR DIGITAL LIFE IN A FEW EASY STEPS More than ever, we rely on our digital devices and seemingly are always connected to various services, networks or apps. Hackers know this and are always looking for ways access your device or data, often without you even knowing it. Here are a few ways to … Continue reading
IT’S TIME FOR A SECURITY CHECK UP
You have probably heard about the most recent technology security problem. The personal data of 6 million Verizon customers were leaked online. Verizon said that the problem was the result of a misconfigured security setting on a cloud server. The error made available online the names, phone numbers and PIN codes of customers. Unless you … Continue reading
WANNACRY DECRYPTOR WILL MAKE YOU CRY
WHAT IS WANNACRY It is a version of malicious software (malware) called ransomware. Typical ransomware locks your computer and does not unlock your computer until you pay the amount of money\ransom that the hacker wants. I first wrote about ransomware in 2012. I said that the use of ransomware would increase. It is very … Continue reading
COMPUTER = LOVE = PROTECT
I know, the title of this blog post is a bit strange. Let me explain. A few days ago I was in BestBuy looking for a new PC for my daughter. Her current laptop (a 3-year old Asus) leaves a lot to be desired. The store did not have the specific Lenovo model I wanted. … Continue reading
BASIC CYBER SECURITY TIPS FOR THE EVERYDAY HOME USER
Even in 2016 there are many people that still believe that hackers only go after businesses and organizations. Technology bad guys are just like any other type of crook. They go after the easiest target that will bring them the most reward. The reward could be money, notoriety, belief in a cause or simply just … Continue reading
PROTECT YOUR NEW COMPUTER
Did Santa bring you a new laptop or desktop computer? If so, here are a few tips on how to protect your valuable new computer. SAY CHEESE Crooks steal. It is their job. Take pictures of each side of your laptop or desktop that clearly shows the make, name, model number and serial number. If … Continue reading
DO YOU HAVE IMPORTANT FILES ON A FLASH DRIVE?
I have spoken to three people in the last three weeks with crashed (dead) flash drives. Unfortunately no one had a backup of their flash drive. Two of the three people told me, “The flash drive was my backup.” We all make mistakes, but think about the name “FLASH” drive for a moment. Does that … Continue reading
IT’S 2013…IS YOUR DATA SAFE?
There are two types of hard drives: those that have crashed, and those that will. When was the last time you backed up your important documents, files, pictures, songs or movies? Not backing up your files is a disaster waiting to happen. Always having a current local back up is a good idea. A better … Continue reading
