My computer keeps asking me to run antivirus updates; is it even important? The short answer; yes. We know, we know, every program and its mother (as the idiom goes) wants you to do an update. And it’s not always a quick little thing either. Sometimes antivirus updates can take upwards of 45 minutes, it…
Read more
Windows 7 Unsupported as of January 14, 2020
Are you still running Windows 7? It’s time to upgrade! Windows 7 is a much loved operating system, but as of January 14, 2020, Windows 7 will no longer be supported. This means that in just a few days, Windows will no longer be creating security updates and patches for this operating system. Refusing to…
Read more
10 Tips to Deploying a Successful BYOD Program
If you haven’t already heard of it, Bring your Own Device (or BYOD) refers to the growing trend of employees using their own computing devices to access their company’s network infrastructure. There are many advantages to implementing a BYOD Program as it gives employees the choice to use a device they already feel comfortable using.…
Read more
The “WannaCry” Virus and How to Protect Yourself
What is “WannaCry” Ransomware? You have probably heard of the recent “WannaCry” ransomware attack that has affected over 200,000 victims in over 150 countries over the weekend. Ransomware is typically hidden in a file attachment or a link within an email. The email appears to be legitimate, but urgent to catch your attention. Examples are…
Read more