Still running Windows XP? If so, you’re about to face the first major IE threat since Microsoft ended support on April 8th, 2014. And not to worry you, but the threat is extremely severe for Windows XP users. When a hacker exploits the threat, they’re able to gain control of your PC and gain the…

Cloud-based security is helping small- and medium-sized organizations (SMBs) better manage their security needs, and meet regulatory requirements without breaking the bank. Just like large enterprises, today’s cyber threats and stringent regulations put extreme pressure on the smallest of firms.  However with limited budgets, and no or minimal IT staff, it’s more difficult for them…

But, No Worries! As a Client Of {company} We’ll Apply Your Patches For You! If you aren’t our client, here’s what you must do: For Windows 8— Go to your Windows Control Panel and run Windows Update. This will fix the vulnerability in Internet Explorer. For Windows 7, Vista and XP go to— http://get.adobe.com/flashplayer and…

Sometimes we let the tools we use, rule us.  This is the case with email. Email has taken on a life of its own. Do you spend endless hours trying to weed through, and prioritize your emails?  Do you get up in the morning and find that you have over 100 emails in your Inbox? …

Businesses throughout the world are are rapidly adopting the “bring your own device” trend in an effort to improve productivity and efficiencies. However, with its benefits, come problems. Using BYOD can impact your organization’s security.  One major concern is when a worker resigns or is let go.  You must insure he or she doesn’t walk…

Thankfully, the update for the Internet Explorer (IE) bug went live today at 10 a.m. PDT! If you have automatic updates turned on, the patch will be applied without you do anything. If you haven’t turned on automatic updates, do so now.  Then go the “Check for Updates” button on your Control Panel to start…

Did you know that—? If your small business has a weak security system, it will be targeted in attacks aimed at larger corporations? The threat of cyber criminals accessing your confidential business data and your money is more real today than ever before. The U.S. House Committee on Small Business reports that: “Small businesses generally…

So serious that Homeland Security issued a warning – read about it here. Here are some basic steps you should take to prevent devastating IE exploits. With the recently revealed vulnerability in Internet Explorer (IE), your computer could be completely taken over if you don’t follow certain precautions.  This is especially so if you are…

If you aren’t using Excel you’re missing out one of the most versatile applications in the Microsoft Office Suite.  You can use Excel spreadsheets to simplify an extensive variety of tasks —To organize, plan, calculate, and more. Specialists with an in-depth knowledge of Excel use it to develop customized proposals, contracts and other documents.  Artists…