Risks of External USB Drive Backup

Risks of External USB Drive Backup

I was discussing backup solutions the other day with a smaller client, and the topic came up about why a cloud backup subscription is needed when they have been able to use their USB drive backups so for with no issue.  While I have used USB drives and even DVDs...
Dangers of NOT Upgrading Windows 7 & Server 2008

Dangers of NOT Upgrading Windows 7 & Server 2008

TO UPGRADE OR NOT TO UPGRADE? SHOULD YOU GET RID OF WINDOWS 7 AND SERVER 2008? WHAT IF YOU DON’T SWITCH? On January 14, 2020, Microsoft will end its support for Windows 7 and Server 2008. But just because you can continue to use Windows 7 after the end of...
3 Things You Need to Know About PCI Compliance

3 Things You Need to Know About PCI Compliance

These days almost all businesses accept credit cards. Thus, if you own a business, then chances are you have probably heard of the term “PCI Compliance.” What is PCI Compliance and how does it affect you? First of all, a handy definition is in order. PCI Compliance...
What Equifax Can Teach Us About Cybersecurity

What Equifax Can Teach Us About Cybersecurity

Equifax is one of the three largest credit reporting agencies in the nation. In September of 2017, the agency announced that it had experienced a massive data breach that had affected over 143 million users. This includes people in Canada and the United Kingdom. It...