Last month, we talked about G Suite and its various features. This month's subject is Computer Security. We've covered it before, but computer security is ALWAYS important. As Always, Happy Computing! And Happy Thanksgiving! -- Tom Grundig Antivirus for Computer Security Even though it is not always perfect, having antivirus is important. Windows 8 and Windows 10 have Windows Defender preinstalled as part of the operating system. In almost every case, Windows … [Read more...] about November Newsletter: Computer Security
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Password Managers: What They Are, and Why You Should Get One
If you’re anything like me, your home computer is riddled with post it notes. Everywhere. Reminders of due dates, reminders of errands to run, or emails I need to send. But above all, the one thing that covers my computer is passwords. For all the hundreds of passwords we have in our day to day lives, keeping them straight is a pain. Don’t believe me? The last time I tried to sign into my email, it took me three tries. I knew I had the “base” of the password down, but it still … [Read more...] about Password Managers: What They Are, and Why You Should Get One
Firewalls: What, Why, How
Computers, laptops and other devices that connect to the Internet are vulnerable potential targets for a range of different threats. Firewalls are one defense to know about above all others, as a basic foundation of security. What is a firewall? Firewall is a term used to describe a barrier protecting something. Be it protecting a building from fire or a computer network from dangers, firewalls are barriers. In terms of computers, firewalls can either be software or hardware that monitors … [Read more...] about Firewalls: What, Why, How
Why Have Your Company’s Cybersecurity Evaluated
Experts estimate that the global market for cybersecurity products this year will exceed that of the last year. Cybersecurity is often an obscure or neglected area in organizations. Most companies put basic security defenses in place and then forget about it. Organizations scale or grow with time. So their IT setups and digital resources witness a lot of changes over time too. While these developments may boost your productivity, they open up your organization to newer and more complex risks. … [Read more...] about Why Have Your Company’s Cybersecurity Evaluated
Why Get a Security Assessment?
There are many specific reasons to get a security assessment: You’ve had a data breach There has been loss of memory or destruction of data A virus has infected your systems Or something else has obviously gone wrong But there is a very large and less pin-pointable reason that every business should have a periodic Network Security Assessment: because you aren’t sure your systems are secure. You hope so. And you think so. At some point in the past you knew that your … [Read more...] about Why Get a Security Assessment?
May Newsletter: Business Computer Security
Greetings! Last month, we discussed Mac vs. PC This time: Computer Security Find more on Blog at GrundigIT.com As Always, Happy Computing! -- Tom Grundig Business Computer Security Computer security has been one of the most relevant and dynamic topics for a number of years. People are wondering how they can make their devices and networks more secure against cyber-threats. Let's talk about computer security practices that you should definitely consider to stay … [Read more...] about May Newsletter: Business Computer Security
Looking for Pleasant Hill IT Support?
The city of Pleasant Hill is well-managed, healthily growing, and a great place to start or expand a business. For this reason, the Pleasant Hill Chamber of Commerce is ever-expanding and strengthening as a great support for businesses in the area. So what do people do for Pleasant Hill IT Support? Managed IT Services Many business is in Pleasant Hill are focusing on what their best at: their business. That’s why they subscribe to Managed IT Services with Grundig IT. We … [Read more...] about Looking for Pleasant Hill IT Support?
3 Reasons Why Anti-Virus Is Not Enough Protection
Protecting your small business computers and data is no simple task. Installing anti-virus software and keeping it updated is one essential aspect is protecting your computers and assets. Many business owners think they can install anti-virus software and ‘set it and forget it’, with no other action or prevention needed to keep data safe. This kind of attitude can be fatal to a small business, as anti-virus software is not sufficient to provide enough protection for important data and equipment. … [Read more...] about 3 Reasons Why Anti-Virus Is Not Enough Protection
How Can I Protect My Website?
I know I need to protect my website so it can keep serving you safely well into the future, so I take precautions. Protecting your business or personal website is an essential question for every website owner. News reports constantly reveal the risks posed by leaving a website unprotected and vulnerable to malicious attacks and hackers. You may be asking yourself "What protections are necessary to protect my website? Are the strict precautions taken by larger businesses necessary for smaller … [Read more...] about How Can I Protect My Website?
October Newsletter: Beyond Passwords
Greetings! Last month, we we covered password security and what you need to know about it. This month, we go beyond passwords and examine the latest technology to solve some of the problems associated with passwords. This stuff is evolving fast and merits some attention. Next month, get ready for an overview of the improved Google Calendar as well as Google Backup and Sync (for consumers) and Google Filestream (for enterprises). Find more on Blog at GrundigIT.com As … [Read more...] about October Newsletter: Beyond Passwords
