If you are not careful, your online identity could be stolen. It can lead to an epic and excruciating experience affecting various accounts, such as your financial, healthcare, e-commerce, social media, data and much more. The loss can include usernames, passwords, credit cards, Social Security numbers, etc.
First, you may ask what is public Wi-Fi? It is free Internet access and available in popular places you probably frequent often, such as malls, coffee shops, hotels, restaurants, etc. While it may seem harmless to log on to their free Wi-Fi to check your bank account, read emails, look at Facebook, Instagram or other social media or even catch up on the news, STOP and think twice before you do it again.
You can never be too careful when it comes to safeguarding your personal information. Identity theft is one of the top three fraud categories according to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). There were 1.4 million fraud reports and $1.48 billion in losses in 2018, and it’s going up year-after-year.
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What is a browser extension, you ask? It is similar to an app or plugin for your browser that adds features and functionality to your browser. Extensions are small software modules that help customize a web browser’s functionality, and are widely used. There are literally thousands of them used for navigation, shortcuts, security, ad blocking, gaming, etc., etc. The list goes on and on.
Managing your print infrastructure efficiently will minimize your IT budget. It sounds impossible, but it can be done. Many small and big enterprises don’t realize that they are using ineffective printing models, but you can make a difference if you follow these tips. Replace outdated printers Outdated and cheap printers may be functional, but they […]
Virtualization and cloud computing can be confusing, especially to business owners who are not familiar with them. But when you understand their differences, you’ll be able to best take advantage of these technologies. Virtualization Imagine a company with five servers, each assigned a single task such as storage, email, etc. If there were a spike […]
You are sure to have encountered phishing scams galore and had the good sense not to fall for any of them, hopefully. These fraudulent attempts to gain access to your sensitive information are getting ever-more sophisticated. There are several things you should do to avoid becoming a victim of scams and sharing your personal information and/or account details.
Building rapport with customers has never been easier with customer relationship management (CRM) software. You can keep track of contact information, buying preferences, and sales patterns. It’s a must-have for all sales and marketing teams. If you want to know how to make the most out of your CRM, follow these tips. Always update customer […]
Making passwords can be tedious. From complexity requirements to minimum lengths, creating a password for each new account brings its own set of headaches. If this problem is reaching a boiling point, Single Sign-On (SSO) solutions can help. These techniques are secure, easy-to-manage, and do away with the need to manage a long list of […]