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Disaster-Proof your Business
- June 1, 2018
- Posted by: David Thornton
- Category: Backup/Data Recovery, Business Advice, Cybersecurity, disaster preparedness, Productivity, Ransomware
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Hurricane Season begins June 1st. Now is the time to review your disaster preparedness plan. Even if the Tampa Bay area escapes a direct hit again in 2018, a typical summer storm can wreak havoc. Power and internet outages are unfortunately common. Is your business storm-proof? For any of our readers that live outside of
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GDPR: Why it Matters in the USA
- March 30, 2018
- Posted by: David Thornton
- Category: Backup/Data Recovery, Business Advice, Cybersecurity, disaster preparedness
The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) passed by the European Union (EU) in 2016 is due to be implemented on May 25, 2018. The GDPR shifts focus on data protection of any citizen of the EU wherever they are worldwide. Failure to protect or provide data when requested by an EU citizen can result in
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Voice Actress for Your VoIP System
- March 15, 2018
- Posted by: David Thornton
- Category: Business Advice, VoIP Business Phones
If you are a business owner or manager in the Tampa Bay area and looking to upgrade to a VoIP business phone system, there is no time like the present. Before the phones are live, someone will need to record the greetings and voicemail messages. A cheery, professional voice delivered in a positive manner can
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The Good, The Bad and The Ugly about Meltdown and Spectre
- January 8, 2018
- Posted by: David Thornton
- Category: Backup/Data Recovery, Cybersecurity, disaster preparedness
Cybersecurity gets more complicated by the hour. The latest cyber-threats recently deemed “Meltdown” and “Spectre” have the potential for epidemic status. In this article, I hope to explain the ramifications of the cyber-threats in non-technical terms for all to understand and prepare for. Before I can break down the news, it will help if you
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Limited budget? Start with Backup and Disaster Recovery.
- August 18, 2017
- Posted by: David Thornton
- Category: Backup/Data Recovery, Business Advice, Computer Repair, Cybersecurity, Productivity, Ransomware
If you run a business in the Tampa, FL area, you already know about lightning and hurricanes. These are only a couple of reasons why you should start with backup and disaster recovery. Being the owner of a small business myself, I understand and empathize when an owner says “I can’t afford that.” Certainly, I
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5 common myths about malware
- August 3, 2017
- Posted by: David Thornton
- Category: Business Advice, Cybersecurity, Employee Education, Productivity, Ransomware
Dispelling myths and misconceptions about malware and cyber-crime is necessary to help business owners and managers better understand their network environment, their employee’s use of company assets, and the threats to their network that can severely limit productivity and cut into profit margins. Here are 5 common myths about malware that can help your business
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Best Business Phones in Tampa Bay
- July 19, 2017
- Posted by: David Thornton
- Category: Business Advice, HIPAA Compliance, Productivity, VoIP Business Phones
Are you looking for the best business phones in Tampa Bay? Look no further. We partner with Intermedia to deliver our Hosted Phone System. Intermedia was recently awarded an Editor’s Choice award for Best VoIP Provider by PC Magazine! Pros: Reliability: Intermedia guarantees that the servers that run their phone and exchange network will maintain a
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How to Choose the Best Business Computer
- June 30, 2017
- Posted by: David Thornton
- Category: Business Advice, Computer Sales, Quick Tips
Finding the best business computer can be almost as frustrating as going to a car dealership. Knowing how to compare the features of a computer will help you decide what the best purchase is for you. Computer prices have become more manageable in the past 5 years or so, but you should still choose your -
PowerPoint Malware Phishing Hack
- June 19, 2017
- Posted by: David Thornton
- Category: Cybersecurity, Employee Education, Ransomware
The threats in cyber-security are constantly changing. Cyber-criminals are finding new delivery methods to defeat your cyber-security methods. Now, hovering over the power-point attachment in a phishing email can infect your computer with malware. Power-point attack changes the game. Here is a reminder that you need to be on alert for phishing emails that contain malicious attachments. Currently
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5 quick steps for online security
- June 6, 2017
- Posted by: David Thornton
- Category: Cybersecurity, Quick Tips
Online Security: Protecting Your Data Hook up to a network that you know. Free Wi-Fi is tempting, but be sure that you consider who is providing the connection. Public connections at the local coffee shop are usually unsecured and leave your machine open to outsiders. While these networks provide a convenience, there are risks to be aware