What Is VoIP?
used with permission from Norton by Symantec VoIP is an acronym for “voice over Internet Protocol.” That means any phone call that takes place over the Internet, rather than on landlines or through mobile towers. This alternative to traditional phone calls is gaining in popularity exponentially with both companies and consumers. Skype, Google Voice, and […]
How to Protect Your Small Business from a Negative SEO Attack
used with permission from SBA.gov by Anita Campbell Negative SEO — does it really exist? And if it does, what is it and how can you protect your site? Consider this post a short whirlwind tutorial for a typical small business website. What is Negative SEO? Negative SEO is when a third party targets a […]
Be wary of tech support scams
We need technical support companies to help us solve complex issues with our devices and applications. We do our best to stay safe on our devices, but often there are technical elements that we aren’t trained to handle. Relying on tech support is necessary to get us back in working order. However, scammers and hackers […]
In a pandemic, cities must be smarter than ever
Used with the permission of http://thenetwork.cisco.com by Kevin Delaney From disinfecting robots to IoT virus sensors, new innovations can keep urban centers safe As the Covid-19 virus spreads across the globe, cities are working quickly to figure out the fastest ways to respond. And that demands pinpoint visibility, remote connectivity, and rock-solid security. That’s why […]
Don’t Overlook Your Monitor
used with permission from HP Tech@Work Here’s what you need to know For some, the term “tech innovation” brings to mind new PC form factors and unique printing methods. But high-tech innovation doesn’t stop at hardware—it also includes displays. In recent years, display innovation has produced heightened resolution, connectivity, functionality, and ROI. Displays are sleek, […]
The Best Note-taking Apps for Android and Windows
used with permission from HP Tech@Work Need to organize your thoughts? Give these apps a closer look. Aha! You just had a lightning bolt moment and solved a problem that’s been teasing your brain all day. You don’t want to lose that thought. When you pull out your phone, what’s the most natural app that’ll […]
May 2020 Business Continuity Tip
Tax Season Identity Theft The threat of identity theft increases during tax season when scammers ramp up attacks. Here are three things to remember to help protect your identity. 1. Ensure that your personal information remains private. Share less on social media. Maximize your security settings for all your accounts. Be conscious of what personal or […]
5 tips for working from home with children
used with permission from Microsoft 365 by Jared Spataro, Corporate Vice President for Microsoft 365 Just a few weeks back, hearing—or seeing!—our coworkers’ kids during a meeting would have been remarkable. Today, it’s all part of a day’s work. With schools and daycares closed the world over, and so many of us working remotely, the […]
Video conferencing: 10 privacy tips for your business
used with permission from FTC.gov by Jonah Fabricant Between social distancing and COVID-19 stay-at-home orders, companies are turning to video conferencing services to get down to business. While these services help you connect, they also pose new privacy and data security risks. Here are some tips to keep in mind before hosting or joining a […]
Care and Quality When It Matters Most: IT preparedness for COVID-19
Used with the permission of http://thenetwork.cisco.com by Todd Nightingale At Cisco, we have asked thousands of our employees around the world to work from home. Most of them came to the office every day. Other companies have also taken this step, and many more will do so soon. We are all motivated by the same […]
Why Business Continuity Plans Should Include Telecommuting
used with permission from HP Tech@Work by Tom Gerencer What happens to your business when the entire workforce suddenly has to work from home? Flood. Cyberattack. Global pandemic. These are just a few of the worst-case scenarios that can disrupt business operations. Few of us expect to face the types of calamities best reserved for […]
Online security tips for working from home
used with permission from FTC.gov by Lisa Weintraub Schifferle Teleworking during the Coronavirus outbreak? While working from home can help slow the spread of the virus, it brings new challenges: juggling work while kids are home from school; learning new software and conferencing programs; and managing paper files at home. As you’re getting your work-at-home […]