Cyber Security Month

Cyber Security Month

October is Cyber Security Month.  The global cost of cyber crime by the end of 2019 is estimated at 2 trillion dollars.   This year’s theme is Own IT. Secure IT. Protect IT.   OWN IT. Only use sites that begin with https:// when shopping or banking online....
Episode #6: Backup Your Backup

Episode #6: Backup Your Backup

A little while ago, we had a user bring an external hard drive into one of our store fronts.  They noted that the unit was not showing up on their computer properly.   Technician – “So what is on this drive?” User – “Backup of my pictures.” Technician – “So these...
Episode #5: Good Passwords

Episode #5: Good Passwords

The saying goes, passwords are like a good cup of coffee. Here is what they have in common: They should both be fresh and brewed often. They both shouldn’t be shared. They should both be STRONG! In previous episodes we talked about how the bad guys are tricking...
Episode #4: Sometimes We All Need A Little Rest….

Episode #4: Sometimes We All Need A Little Rest….

I was sitting in church the other day, and the pastor wanted to show a quick clip of a video from YouTube.  The pastor had a great build up to the clip, and he nodded at the assistant and . . . . . . . . . . . . . nothing. YouTube just sat and spun . . . . and spun ....
Welcome Back – Internet Safety for Kids

Welcome Back – Internet Safety for Kids

It’s that time of year again! Kids are back at school, the thrill of summer has come to an end, and your kids are even more connected to the internet than they were all summer long. Now is the perfect time to remember internet safety is an important topic for...
Goodbye, Windows 7. It’s Been Real.

Goodbye, Windows 7. It’s Been Real.

As Microsoft says “All good things must come to an end, even Windows 7. After January 14, 2020, Microsoft will no longer provide security updates or support for PCs running Windows 7.” – See more...