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AI in Cybersecurity: Friend and Foe
October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month, and this year, one of the hottest topics is artificial intelligence (AI). For small and mid-sized businesses across Atlanta, AI is both an incredible ally and a growing threat. Understanding both sides of the coin is critical to protecting your company, your data, and your reputation. The upside: AI as…
Read MoreTuesday Tip: Turn Your “Live” Photos into a Video
Here’s a little-known iPhone trick that can turn your Live Photos into a quick highlight reel, perfect for capturing those candid moments at family gatherings, office parties, or even that hilarious series of pet antics. Open your Photos app and tap on the Albums tab. Scroll down and find the “Live Photos” album; it’s where all those motion-filled snapshots live.…
Read MoreUrgent Printer Security Alert
Thanks to Kardon for originally reporting on this issue. A newly reported security flaw could put your office printers, and your entire network, at risk. What’s Going On? Researchers at Rapid7 recently uncovered eight new security vulnerabilities affecting over 700 printer models, including 689 devices from Brother and 59 others from brands like Fujifilm, Toshiba Tec, Ricoh, and Konica Minolta. These…
Read MoreTop 10 Tuesday Tips of 2024
As we look forward to an exciting new year, we wanted to take a moment to look back at the most popular Tuesday Tips from 2024 so you can read your favorites again and catch on any you missed. Our talented Network 1 team tackled a wide range of topics—from protecting yourself from hackers to…
Read MoreStop Texting? The FBI Says You Should.
Cybersecurity threats are escalating, and recent warnings from global intelligence agencies reveal a critical risk: major telecommunications providers have been compromised, exposing data to state-sponsored threat actors. How do we know this? First, in December 2024 the FBI, CIA, and cyber security agencies from Australia, Canada, and New Zealand published a notice warning the public…
Read MoreThe Scariest Threat Haunting Small Businesses This Halloween
It’s that time of year when spooky costumes and haunted houses are all in good fun, but there’s something much scarier lurking in the shadows for small businesses—cybercrime. And unlike the fake ghouls and goblins of Halloween, the threats posed by hackers are very real. For greater Atlanta small and mid-sized businesses, cyberattacks are a…
Read MoreCybersecurity for Kids: A Guide for Parents
Today, teaching your children about online safety is as essential as teaching them to cross the street safely. This guide is designed to help you introduce key cybersecurity concepts to your children; to help them understand the importance of protecting themselves and the family’s personal data. Start with Basic Internet Safety It’s important to have…
Read MoreCybersecurity for Senior Citizens: Help Your Loved Ones Stay Safe Online
In today’s digital age, senior citizens are spending more time online for socializing, entertainment, banking, and shopping. However, the rise in internet use makes them prime targets for cybercriminals. Scammers often prey on older adults who may not be as familiar with online risks or recognize the signs of nefarious actors, making it essential for…
Read MoreLonger Passwords Are In, Frequent Changes Are Out
October is Cybersecurity Month, the perfect time for businesses to reassess their security practices, especially when it comes to passwords. The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) recently updated its password guidelines, and these new recommendations mark a significant shift in how we think about passwords. Goodbye, Complex Passwords: Hello, Longer Passphrases In the…
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