We’ve discussed the importance of using a password manager before. Generating strong passwords and keeping them all in one locked vault allows you to greatly increase the security of your accounts. However, with a few guidelines, your password manager can provide even more online security for you. Let’s look at
We’ve talked before about encryption, which is an essential part of modern digital life to keep your data secured. But there’s another type of communication encryption you’ve probably heard about too: end-to-end encryption. Let’s find out how end-to-end encryption differs from other forms of encrypted conversations, and what it means
Virtual machines are an important and useful computing tool. If you’re not familiar with them, you might wonder what this term means. We’ll explain what virtual machines are, how they work, and uses for virtual machines in everyday business. What Is a Virtual Machine? A virtual machine (VM) is an
In December 2020, it was revealed that multiple high-profile targets, including the US government, had been hacked through software offered by SolarWinds. This was one of the largest hacks perpetrated in recent memory, and was particularly nasty because it affected multiple government agencies. Let’s see what happened in this hack,
If you’re struggling to come up with a solution to your IT needs, you are not alone. Many IT providers do not do the proactive work necessary to maintain your technology over time. You wouldn’t trust your health to a doctor who lacked the proper training on how to care
Securing your home network is important, especially if you work from home or do sensitive work online. Routers have several default options and parameters that aren’t secure, so changing them is in your best interest. Let’s take a look at several ways to improve your home network’s security using router