by Matt Logan | Mar 6, 2019 | Computer Operations, Computer Security
I received an interesting “phishing” e-mail today that at first glance appeared to be a notice from Wells Fargo. It only took a few seconds however to determine that it was not a legitimate email. If not already aware, so called “Phishing”...
by Matt Logan | Dec 17, 2018 | Computer Operations, Computer Security
What is a “Sextortion” Email Scam? “Sextortion” email scams are a form of “social engineering” designed to trick or entice a user into: clicking on a link, installing mal-ware, paying a ransom, or other behavior (that a victim would...
by Matt Logan | Nov 23, 2018 | Computer Operations, Computer Security
Our computers and mobile devices find resources on the Internet using a naming system we call DNS (Domain Name System). DNS converts the names we humans use to browse the web (ex. www.AVAREN.com) and converts them to the IP addresses our computers use to communicate...
by Matt Logan | Nov 19, 2018 | Computer Operations, Computer Security
Occasionally it can become necessary to transmit confidential information (such as account user-names and passwords) to co-workers or family members via electronic means. Because of concerns related to account hacking and ghosting (ghosting being where a hacker...
by Matt Logan | Sep 7, 2018 | Computer Operations, Opinion, Product Reviews
Which Type of Microsoft Office Should a Business Buy Today? Last update – 9/7/18 Office Home & Business Retail ($229/Approx) Office 365 “Business Plus” Subscription ($9.95/Mo)* Email Registration Requirement Changes to the e-mail...
by Matt Logan | Aug 4, 2018 | Computer Operations, Computer Security
What makes a password unsafe? Is the password a dictionary word (ex. monkey, superman, dragon, password, etc.)? Is the password something common (ex. abc123, 123456, iloveyou, etc.)? Typically employing automated scripts, hackers frequently use dictionary and...
