Tech Spot

Imagine yourself browsing the internet just as you are now and the phone rings. The conversation will go something like this. *Ring* You: "Hello?" Caller: "Hello this is Microsoft calling you, our system indicates that your computer is infected with viruses" You: "Oh, no! are you serious? What, how? What do I do? Caller: "I can help you get rid of the virus" You: "Really? Oh wow I am glad you called then! Caller: "Yes first who do I have the pleasure of talking to today?" You: "This is (insert your name, we will call you Sue" Caller: Ok thank you Sue, are you in front of your computer? You: Yes Caller: Ok I need you to go to your browser and go to (website), you will need to download software so I can log in" You: Ok I have downloaded the software Caller: Very good now I am going to look at your computer. Oh my there are so many viruses, we can remove them from your computer for $249" You: Wow that is v...

You rely on technology to run your business. God be with you when the technology you need so much works against you. Even greater the travesty when an employee uses technology against you. Technology is fantastic, I love working with and configuring technology. You are very aware of outside attacks coming from hackers, malware, viruses and so on. Are you aware of the internal threat in your organization? Weather blatant or by mistake employees can cause huge security issues for your company. It can be easy access to company funds or accidentally installing a piece of malware that will steal the password to your online banking. These are all things that you must think through and create plans and policies to make sure you are protected. What are some action items to be sure your technology works for you not against you?  Train employees in security principles Protect information, computers, and networks from cyber attacks Provide firewall security for your Internet connec...