Age of IoT: Are You Safe?

Blog Layout

Age of IoT: Are You Safe?

Jan 19, 2022

Is Your Business Safe from Hackers?

Today, a "smart" device sits somewhere in almost every home or business, whether a Wi-Fi camera or smart-assistant like Alexa, Siri, etc. These devices are always connected to the internet. Unfortunately, many people are unaware of the danger these devices can pose.

Gone the Day Hackers Infecting Computers with Viruses

Hackers no longer want to infect your computer. They want to infiltrate and hijack your computer for ransom. Once the hacker gets a hold of your computer, they scramble your data. They then demand that you pay the ransom to unscramble it. No law enforcement can help you because most of these bad actors are usually from the other side of the world. It is generally too late once they get a hold of your data.

What They Don't Know Won't Hurt Them?

Most businesses that get attacked don't usually publicize it because it's embarrassing and shows a lack of competence. They typically pay the ransom and hope not to get attacked again.

Too Small of a Target? Think Again

Many think that their business is too small of a target. Hackers do not care what size of business you have. They deploy bots that indiscriminately scan for any weaknesses on millions of devices in seconds. One must take the necessary steps to prevent such an attack.

Steps to Safe Guard your Computer Equipment

Secure all your devices with good passwords (see Simple Password Tips)
Only buy your equipment from reputable brands or do some research before committing
Make sure that the software/firmware on your smart devices are up-to-date
Have a good Wi-Fi router (See Importance of Good Wi-Fi Router)

Need Help?

We can help you with solutions and device brands that fit your needs

< Older Post Newer Post >

Boosting Business Productivity with AI

12 Apr, 2024

AI-generated using this prompt: "AI, robot, sitting and typing on a keyboard"

Data backup and synchronization: how to avoid the pitfalls

08 Nov, 2023

Who has Your Data?

AI Can Save You Time & Money

17 May, 2023

AI is Everywhere...

Ways to Staying Safe Online

14 Dec, 2022

With the explosion of technology, there are ways to connect with anyone anywhere at any time. Depending on how you use social media, this can be both a blessing and a curse. It is great for people who want to stay in touch and see what others say, but it also opens up opportunities for bad things. Online bullying is a serious problem that too many people suffer from. Technology makes it easy for bullies to harass and threaten other people constantly. It is very difficult to escape this harassment when you go online. You can use several strategies to avoid getting involved in such negative situations while still being able to interact with others. This article will talk about some ways to remain safe while using social media. You will learn how to protect yourself by staying on top of potential problems before they even occur.

Age of IoT: Are You Safe?

19 Jan, 2022

Is Your Business Safe from Hackers? Today, a "smart" device sits somewhere in almost every home or business, whether a Wi-Fi camera or smart-assistant like Alexa, Siri, etc. These devices are always connected to the internet. Unfortunately, many people are unaware of the danger these devices can pose .

Why a Good Wi-Fi Router is Important

14 Sep, 2021

What is a Wi-Fi Router? A Wi-Fi router is a device that connects to other devices (laptops, phones, tablets, cameras, etc.) using either wired or wireless technology to the internet. A Wi-Fi router is, in fact, a computer with specific tasks: communicate, direct traffic, and secure your home network. Those tasks require some computing power. The more Wi-Fi-enabled devices you have, the harder it has to work.