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Graduation Season: Protecting Young Adults from Cyber Threats
The diploma isn’t even framed yet, and hackers are already rolling out the welcome mat. The moment graduates start job hunting, their data becomes prime real estate for cybercriminals. Fake recruiters, phishing emails posing as HR, and password-stealing scams all…
Read MoreAre Your Passwords Strong Enough?
Every year, the list of most common passwords makes its way around the internet, and every year, it’s just as concerning. People are still using “123456” and “password” like it’s 1999. Meanwhile, cybercriminals don’t need cutting-edge hacking tools when people…
Read MoreHow Worried Should You Be About Cyber Attacks?
If it feels like cyber-attacks are making headlines more often these days, that’s because they are. Cybersecurity threats have skyrocketed and are now one of the top risks facing businesses globally. From ransomware to data breaches to system outages, these…
Read MoreProtecting Your Personal Devices: Cybersecurity Tips for Home and Beyond
Your phone is more than a phone. It is a wallet, a filing cabinet, a work desk, and a personal vault — and hackers know it. The same goes for laptops and tablets, which store everything from financial records to…
Read MoreEarth Day and IT: Reducing Your Digital Carbon Footprint
If the internet were a country, it would be among the world’s top energy consumers. A 2024 study published in Nature Communications found that data centers and data transmission networks account for between 1% and 1.3% of global electricity consumption.…
Read MoreWhy You Shouldn’t Ignore Hardware Requirements for Windows 11
Upgrading to Windows 11 is a decisive step forward, but it can quickly become problematic without the proper hardware. Unsupported devices could experience slow performance, random errors, and an inability to receive critical updates. Windows 11 has specific hardware requirements…
Read MoreThe Hidden Dangers of Free Wi-Fi: Staying Secure While Traveling
Free Wi-Fi is everywhere — airports, hotels, cafes — and super convenient, right? Unfortunately, what’s convenient for you usually comes at the cost of cybersecurity. A 2023 study found that a significant number of people had their personal information compromised…
Read MoreAre Your Employees Your Biggest Security Risk?
Do you lock your front door when you leave the house? Of course. But what if someone left a window open? It’s almost like leaving the door unlocked. Now, think about your business. You’ve invested in strong cyber security—using passwords,…
Read MoreSpring Cleaning for Your Digital Workspace: Organizing Files and Streamlining Tools
When you think of spring cleaning, your mind probably jumps to decluttering your closet or cleaning out the garage. But what about your digital workspace? Just like your physical surroundings, your digital spaces also need regular attention to keep them…
Read MoreThe Do’s and Don’ts of Bringing Your Device (BYOD)
As more businesses embrace Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) policies, allowing employees to use personal devices for work, it’s important to understand best practices. BYOD offers flexibility, but it also introduces security risks. Here are the dos and don’ts to…
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