by Jen Ruhman-Valenzuela | Jan 3, 2019 | Computer Security
Happy new year! Any new year’s resolutions for your business? How about amping up your cybersecurity? Partnering with a managed service provider is one of the best ways businesses can protect themselves against the growing cyber security threat landscape in...
by Jen Ruhman-Valenzuela | Nov 21, 2018 | Phishing
Attention online holiday shoppers! Phishing attacks peak during the holidays. Beware. There’s many creative and carefully crafted phishing emails being sent out by cyber criminals this 2018 holiday season starting right before Black Friday and Cyber Monday....
by Jen Ruhman-Valenzuela | Nov 13, 2018 | Ransomware
Datto has just confirmed in an alarming 2018 report that ransomware is the #1 cyber threat to small to medium-sized businesses. Is your small to mid-sized organization ready for a ransomware attack? Ransomware continues to be the most popular cyber-attack small and...
by Jen Ruhman-Valenzuela | Sep 28, 2018 | Ransomware
The BAD news, ransomware isn’t going away, in fact, it’s here to stay. The GOOD news, the sooner you realize this statement “my business is too small to get hit with ransomware” is not feasible, the better! Why is ransomware flourishing? Simply...
by Jen Ruhman-Valenzuela | Aug 24, 2018 | Computer Security, IT Services, Microsoft, Office 365
Windows 10 is Coming Is Your Business Ready?We’re Here to Help San Diego businesses Update from Windows 7to Windows 10, Remain PCI Compliant and More! Call For Windows 10 Upgrade Services in San Diego: (619) 325-0990 Windows 7 Support ends January 14, 2020...
by Jen Ruhman-Valenzuela | Jul 9, 2018 | Helpful Tech Tips, Internet Security
Selling your stuff online? How to Avoid Getting Scammed Selling Stuff OnlineSocial media is a powerful platform for individuals selling things they no longer need. But as always, scammers follow the crowd and target both sellers and buyers.Here are eight ways to avoid...
by Jen Ruhman-Valenzuela | Jun 14, 2018 | Datto
Image-based backups have amazing benefits that traditional backups simply don’t have. It’s true! That’s why businesses both small and large are rapidly switching to an all in one continuity solution by datto. Imagine having to rebuild or virtualize a...
by Jen Ruhman-Valenzuela | Mar 21, 2018 | Computer Security, Phishing
Most people don’t really think of LinkedIn as the social networking riddled with hackers, catfish, or danger. However, that couldn’t be further from the truth. LinkedIn actually had a data breach in 2016 due to accounts using weak passwords. Let’s face it,...
by Jen Ruhman-Valenzuela | Feb 15, 2018 | Computer Security, Internet Security, Phishing
This week’s topic: SMishing Scam Awareness SMS + Phishing = SMishing! You’ve undoubtedly heard of phishing scams before or even experienced them first hand, but what is SMishing? SMishing, is essentially a phishing scam sent through a text message. These...
by Jen Ruhman-Valenzuela | Feb 14, 2018 | Helpful Tech Tips, Phishing
Watch out for this new Amazon Password Reset Phishing Scam. “Someone tried to reset your password from Dayton, Ohio, if you have not requested this code Please Call Us on 1-800-462-0049. And Please provide this code and your email address to verify your identity...
by Jen Ruhman-Valenzuela | Feb 9, 2018 | Computer Security, Helpful Tech Tips
ESET launches FREE security awareness training. Hurry and register now to get the best employee cybersecurity awareness training for free. Do you have an office full of employees? Great news! You need this! Every employee should have cybersecurity training, and why...
by Jen Ruhman-Valenzuela | Jan 19, 2018 | Phishing, Spam
The Oldest Internet Scam – Still around and Working! Advanced Fee Fraud is the oldest internet scam that you’ve most likely heard about or seen first-hand. (remember the Nigerian prince scheme?”) This is a scam where big prizes or payments are promised to...
by Jen Ruhman-Valenzuela | Dec 13, 2017 | Computer Security, Ransomware
There’s a new variant of ransomware crawling around the internet called File Spider. If you hate getting caught in spider webs, you’re going to hate getting caught in this File Spider ransomware even more. That’s why I’m going to go over...
by Jen Ruhman-Valenzuela | Nov 15, 2017 | Computer Security, Helpful Tech Tips, Internet Security
Passwords. The keys to your kingdom. You either type them in or have them automatically saved in your browser. Guess which option is making you vulnerable to getting easily hacked? Are you still saving your passwords in your browser? It’s time to STOP. You could...
by Jen Ruhman-Valenzuela | Nov 6, 2017 | Computer Security
The Importance of a Strong Password and the EASY Method to create one Now Believe it or not, odds are your password isn’t very good. This leads you to being susceptible to having your information hacked. You can take action now and create a more secure password....
by Jen Ruhman-Valenzuela | Oct 10, 2017 | Apps
Apps! They’re not all just fun and games. These apps can help make you smarter, boost your own productivity and reach new financial goals and more! Check out these top apps that can make you a better person.Did I mention they’re FREE?! (iOS / Android)...
by Jen Ruhman-Valenzuela | Sep 29, 2017 | Computer Services, IT Services
San Diego Office Relocation Support Free Quote Call Now Are you planning to move your San Diego office? If you need someone to relocate your computers, network cabling, printers, servers, and network equipment, look no further. Hyphenet, can move your complete IT...
by Jen Ruhman-Valenzuela | Aug 17, 2017 | Computer Security, Office 365
This week’s topic: Office 365 Brute Force Attacks Microsoft’s Office 365 environment is being targeted by hackers looking to gain access to a user’s mailbox and company information. Hackers are using passwords stolen from previous breaches to perform...
by Jen Ruhman-Valenzuela | Aug 10, 2017 | Computer Security, Helpful Tech Tips
This week’s topic: Privacy Awareness We all know that keeping our personal and work information private is very important but keeping up with these security measures can be tough. In this week’s security tip video, learn some easy tips that you can use to...
by Jen Ruhman-Valenzuela | Aug 9, 2017 | Computer Security, Phishing, Quiz, Spam
Phishing emails can trick you into downloading software or clicking on fake links. Phishing emails can even lead to data breaches and even expose your company’s data. Take this phishing email quiz to see how good you are at spotting phishing emails. Here’s...
