EITS Tech Tips & Tech News | IT Security (9)

Too many times, we have heard stories of stolen passwords or those that are easily guessable. Malicious code and viruses also have a part to play in obtaining user passwords.

Securing your company's information technology is incredibly important if you want to protect the sensitive data that might be contained on your network and computers.

Secure and frequently-changed passwords should be the first line of defense, but remembering complex keystroke combinations can be difficult for people to do.

Be aware of fake apps for your smartphone. Whether you have an iPhone or an Android, fake apps are out there.

Protecting your data against cyber attacks is essential for a number of different reasons. Read this blog post to learn about the 5 most common types of ransomware.

No matter how up-to-date your virus protection is, or how strong your firewall is, your workplace will not be completely secure without building a culture of cyber security among your employees and coworkers.

Ransomware is a form of malware, but instead of installing itself onto a system, fishing for information, it locks down the computer until a user pays money to have the lock removed.

Public WiFi has grown in usage, as most businesses now provide access to open WiFi. While convenient to use, just how safe is public WiFi, and what should you do to safeguard yourself against possible attacks.