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Posted on Wednesday September 07, 2016 | windows, vulnerability, update, threat, smb, ruse, file, fantom, fake, encryption, downtime, data, cybersecurity
It's hard to deny how quickly the different types of ransomware multiply -- they do so faster than rabbits during mating season. Ransomware vary in appearance, subtlety, and targets. The latest addition to the extensive list of ransomware varieties is Fantom. This cybersecurity nightmare adopts a facade that many would have no qualms trusting. Like many other things, these technologically menacing forces are like "a wolf in sheep's clothing" -- impending danger lurks beneath the most seemingly innocent guises.
Posted on Tuesday September 06, 2016 | windows, version, services, platform, nosql, google cloud, datastore, database, data, beta
In today's day and age, staying on top of your tech game is no easy feat, especially when new innovations pop up every single day. Today, many small- and medium-sized businesses have realized the benefits of adopting cloud database services for the betterment of their company. Google has recently announced many updates concerning its cloud services, all of which have surpassed the beta stage -- music to the ears of business owners.
Posted on Wednesday May 18, 2016 | technology, security, opennotes, online portals, healthcare, data
A recent initiative to give healthcare patients access to the notes their doctor or clinician writes about their visit is continuing its meteoric rise across the country. OpenNotes began a few years ago by researching the benefits of allowing patients to have access to their doctor's notes. Since that initial study, the number of healthcare providers who have agreed to sign on has steadily risen. What is this service and how does it work? Let's find out.
Posted on Friday April 29, 2016 | video, reduce, offline, music, facebook, data, compression, auto updates, apps, android
What happens when the data well runs dry? Your 2, 3 or 4 gig plan is out, and then what? While you'd probably rather not think about it, we all know you're either forced to use a slower connection or connect to the Internet through Wi-Fi. Certainly this is not the worse thing that could happen to you, but for many Android phone users it's a scenario you want to avoid at all costs. So how can you reduce your data usage while still getting the most out of it? Here are a few tips to consider.
Posted on Wednesday April 27, 2016 | technology, security, ransomware, healthcare, hackers, data, cyber criminals
Ransomware is becoming a growing problem for the healthcare industry. And with around a dozen attacks on hospitals being reported since the beginning of the year, you may be wondering just how severe the problem is. Should you be alarmed? How can you protect your practice? Here's an inside look at how the ransomware epidemic is affecting the US and Canadian healthcare systems.
Posted on Tuesday April 19, 2016 | voip, training, staff, qos, performance, network, data, call quality, applications
You've likely heard of VoIP: the innovative telephony solution that can dramatically cut costs and replace your traditional phone line. While it may sound appealing, you might have a few reservations. What if the call quality isn't up to par? What if your staff is confused by the technology? What if you have to deal with the complexity and costs of installing an additional network? These are all assumptions that hold little truth. Here's how you can avoid them, and ensure you get the most out of your VoIP service.