More people are using PCs, laptops, tablets, smartphones, and video game systems to connect to the internet. Each device assigns an IP address to send packets of data to other computers on the Internet. This process is a virtual version of sending a letter by snail mail. The usual way to format a device’s IP…
Whenever a new technology emerges, there is a new opportunity for cybercriminals to use hacking techniques to exploit users. Every day, millions of devious cybercriminals look for ways to exploit security vulnerabilities in a business network. This allows them to steal data, extort money from victims, send spam, and promote their viewpoint. What tricks do…
Many workers are aware of their right to receive fair pay. The Department of Labor usually provides the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) promotional items to employers. Some workers start overtime lawsuits because they may feel their old job owes them extra pay after they end their employment. According to ADP, out of all state…
As the technology landscape becomes more complex, cybercriminals will continue to develop software to search for vulnerabilities in any business network. Once criminals identify security vulnerabilities, they can use your network to steal information, exploit targets for financial gain, distribute spam to other networks, and promote their agenda. If you think your business is too…
In the early 2000s, accounting scandals upended the financial world. Corporations, such as Enron, WorldCom, and Tyco, hid large debts, inflated their assets, diverted earnings, and manipulated stock prices. These events led to bankruptcy filings and class action lawsuits against the companies, charges against top executives, losses in investor earnings, and job losses among employees.…
In the blog “Cloud Applications for Businesses,” we noted that many employees are now working away from their offices using laptops, smartphones, and tablets. They need to make real-time decisions to improve response times, business processes, and productivity. To make this situation a reality, companies had to migrate data to the cloud and enable employees to…
If your business operates on Windows computers, be on the lookout. Cybercriminals created malicious computer software, called CryptoLocker, which attacks your computer, encrypts your data, and then demands you pay a ransom. Afterward, you have 72 hours to pay the ransom of at least $200 in bitcoins. If you do not pay the ransom on…
Many companies today no longer operate solely within their immediate geographic region. Some are expanding into new global markets, either by having an employee work from home in another city or by opening a branch office. Additionally, they use their devices in coffee shops, hotels, and airports. Yet when workers use public Wi-Fi, their devices…
Your business needs to rely on immediate, reliable data, especially if you work in a regulated industry. The types of business data critical to your operations include tax information, sales records, customer databases, supplier contracts, accounts payable and receivable, intellectual properties, and much more. Many employees back up their data to one location, such as…
Many people use the internet to search for free software to complete tasks such as document editing, changing screen savers, downloading fonts, and scanning for viruses. Yet freeware is not a bargain when your employees are dealing with system crashes, bandwidth slowdowns, data breaches, malware attacks, and more. These free software installations can cost companies…