by Laura Peters | Dec 10, 2014 | Blog, Business IT, Computer Security, IT, Virus Protection and Security
We received this email and quickly realized it was not truly from UPS. Though the senders attempt to make it look legitimate through the use of the UPS logo and other tactics, the email simply looks unofficial and at glance, you can see the formatting looks...
by Laura Peters | Aug 22, 2014 | Blog, Business IT, Computer Security, Virus Protection and Security
“I got a computer virus, but I have anti-virus. How did this happen if I have anti-virus?” This question is asked often. While we understand it is frustrating to have this happen, especially if you have opted to pay for anti-virus (as opposed to using free downloads)...
by Laura Peters | Jun 11, 2014 | Blog, Business IT, Computer Security, Virus Protection and Security
There is now an updated variation of Cryptowall, please see this article for updated information. Cryptowall is an imitator of the ransomware, Cryptolocker. Cryptolocker is typically passed through emails that appear to come from legitimate sources and is it executed...
by Laura Peters | May 7, 2014 | Blog, Business IT, Computer Security, Internet, Virus Protection and Security
Malware creation and deployment are a global, multi-billion dollar industry. Your computer can either be compromised by criminals to obtain your own financial information, or your computer can be used to aid criminals in illegally gathering information or resources to...
by Laura Peters | Mar 27, 2014 | Blog, Business IT
Microsoft is ending support for Windows XP. As a result, routine security patches will not be released and this means XP machines will have more security vulnerabilities. If you plan to remain on Windows XP after support ends on April 8, here are some tips to keep...
