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Tuesday 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…
Read MoreMicrosoft 365 Implements Changes to its Products’ Licensing
Building on licensing updates for Europe last year, Microsoft is now extending those changes to Microsoft 365, Office 365, and Teams globally. The company’s goal is to ensure transparency and consistency for customers worldwide. In essence, as of April 1, 2024, Teams will no longer be a part of Office 365 E3, Office 365 E5,…
Read MoreMedical Practitioners Hit Hard by UnitedHealth Group Cyberattack
The cyberattack on Change Healthcare, owned by UnitedHealth Group, disrupted digital clearinghouse services, impacting billing and care authorization systems nationwide. On average Change Healthcare processes 15 billion health care transactions annually, managing one in three health care transactions in the US. UnitedHealth identified a ransomware group called ALPHV, or Blackcat, as responsible. The attack has…
Read MoreHow Pig Butchering Scams Work & How to Avoid Them
Pig butchering scams, a term that might sound odd and even gruesome in the context of cybercrime, are increasingly becoming a significant concern for individuals and businesses alike. More sophisticated than phishing or social engineering attempts, these scams are a long game to which many savvy people have fallen prey. In fact, the Homeland Security…
Read MoreTuesday Tip: Search Within WhatsApp
No matter what platform you use, messages accumulate over time, and it can be hard to find what you need, when you need it. Maybe you’re looking for the street address of a restaurant you want to try or that funny quote your sister sent to you. For those that use WhatsApp, there is an…
Read MoreTuesday Tip: Who Needs a New iPhone?
Did you know Apple has an iPhone upgrade plan? This was news to me. This plan is perfect for anyone who always wants the most recent iPhone and can afford it. I am sure my best friend has this plan as he has the new everything when it comes to technology! The first step is…
Read MoreTuesday Tip: FlightAware
If you’ve ever looked up at an airplane and wondered where it could be headed, well, wonder no more. With the power of the internet at your fingertips, you can view details on just about any airplane you see in the sky on FlightAware. With nearly-real-time tracking, you can view an interactive map of your…
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