Are Deleted Data Files Ever Truly Deleted
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So, are deleted data files ever deleted from your computer? The deleted data may be gone, but it’s not forgotten. Personal computers have become disposable commodities (Ahem. I mean a recyclable commodity). In the early days of personal computing, when PCs were much more expensive, people tended to hold on […]
Tighten Up Your Microsoft Windows Security
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When was the last time you took a couple of minutes to tighten up your Microsoft Windows Security? I recently stumbled across a handy tool for Windows users, which will test your system’s security. It is called Windows Baseline Security Analyzer, and you can download it here. The Windows Baseline […]
Getting Hacked Sucks – I Should Have Known Better
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Getting hacked sucks! I knew something was wrong when I received an email notice from LinkedIn that “You’ve successfully changed your LinkedIn password.” I received the email at 3:33 pm while I was standing in line to get ice cream with my daughter and noticed the change was made using […]
Atlantic Hurricane Season 2017 3 Safety Apps You Need
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Atlantic Hurricane Season 2017 may be one of the most active hurricane seasons in recent years according to The Weather Company. Hopefully, you have taken the time to develop a Hurricane Preparedness Plan to keep your families, students, and employees safe. If not, it’s not too late, and there are […]
Ransomware Think Before You Click It Or Open It
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What is Ransomware? Ransomware is a malicious software that stops you from using your computer. The cryptoviral attack prevents assess to your files or applications until you pay a “ransom” to unlock the files. Ransomware works by either locking your screen and or by encrypting your files preventing you from […]
Smartphone Credentials The New Access Control Push
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Are you ready to start using smartphone credentials as part of your access control system? We carry our smartphones with us everywhere. We use them for multiple forms of communication, snapping photos, staying social, and shopping. They are our voice, our camera, our computer and our wallet, so why not […]
Privacy Versus Convenience In The Age of Alexa Siri And Cortana
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Privacy versus Convenience in the Age of Alexa, Siri, and Cortana is the see-saw on which we all sit. As each day passes, more and more Americans (and others around the world) are willing to give up their privacy for the sake of convenience. It started with the web browsers. […]
Mobile Physical Security Solution Apps Where Are They
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During a recent meeting with a client, our conversation turned to Mobile Physical Security Solution Apps and how come no one talks much about them. My client made a good point; he has an Access Control System and a CCTV system which are both supported through Mobile Physical Security Solution […]
Picking Mobile Security Solutions A 5 Step Process
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How do you go about picking mobile security solutions? It is not an easy process, but by becoming an educated consumer, you can make the right choices. Step 1 – Define The Problem – Picking Mobile Security Solutions What is the problem you are trying to resolve? Determine if it […]
5 Must Have Mobile Business Apps For Security Professionals
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What are your 5 must have Mobile Business Apps? I was recently challenged by a colleague to go through all the apps on my iPhone 7 Plus and pick only 5 apps that I would consider must-haves. I knew this was not going to be an easy challenge since over […]