Mobile Safeguarding: The New Malware Prevention Practice

[img src=”/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2018/02/blog-img-Mobile-Safeguarding.jpg” class=”aligncenter”] Mobile malware attacks skyrocketed last year. In just the first quarter of 2017, McAfee had already detected more than 1.5 million new incidents of malware specifically targeting mobile devices. By January 2018, Google had removed 60 apps from its Play Store due to malware. As their screen size, speed and performance have … Read more

Heard About Intel’s Security Breach In The News? Here’s How It Affects Your SMB

Heard About Intel’s Security Breach In The News? Here’s How It Affects Your SMB

[img src=”/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2018/01/img_security_iStock-622927208.jpg” class=”aligncenter”] We assume technology is sufficient enough to protect your customer’s data. Yet stories continue to hit the news that prove otherwise. Take this recent story about an IT security breach, for example. A flaw in computer chips developed by Intel has left billions of devices vulnerable to a security breach. These devices … Read more

Five Signs That You’ve Been Hacked

[img src=”/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2018/01/blog-img-Five-Signs-That-Youve-Been-Hacked.jpg” class=”aligncenter”] January 28 is Data Privacy Day, and the New Year is the right time for implementing resolutions and fresh starts. Have you resolved to be more vigilant in 2018? Your small business cannot afford to overlook the dangers posed by hackers who are getting more sophisticated every year. But how do you … Read more

Is a Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) Policy Right for Your Business in 2018?

[img src=”/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2017/12/blog-img-bring-your-own-device-policy.jpg” class=”aligncenter”] Is a Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) Policy Right for Your Business in 2018? As 2017 winds down, it is time to forecast the workplace technology trends for 2018 and anticipate how these trends can impact your small business. We are in the business of making sure you are prepared for what … Read more

7 Ways to Keep Your Device Secure While Using Public WiFi

[img src=”/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2017/12/blogimg_7-Ways-to-Keep-Your-Device-Secure.jpg” class=”aligncenter”] One of the first things people ask when visiting a new establishment is, “What’s the Wi-Fi password?” Free Wi-Fi, especially in airports, cafes, libraries, and other public places can be lifesavers, especially when you’re traveling and need to get a little work done, communicate with coworkers, or perhaps look up directions. But … Read more

Shadow IT – The Risk Lurking in Your Company’s Devices

[img src=”/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2017/11/blog-img-shadow-IT.jpg” class=”aligncenter”] Do you know every web application your employees are using? There is a high probability that your workforce is utilizing many devices and applications without explicit approval. Collectively, these programs and devices are called Shadow IT. Shadow IT is essentially any application employees download or IT service they sign up for without … Read more

3coast Harvey Recovery Assistance

harvey relief fund

I’m the owner of Uprite Services. We are an IT services firm in Houston, Texas. We’re a small business with 15 employees. Three of our employees’ homes were flooded by Harvey. One employee lost everything.  Another had a foot of water. All three are in need of assistance. Our goal is to attract donations from friends, … Read more

Why All Small Businesses Must Train Their Employees In Cybersecurity

Sounds scary but it’ll never happen to me. That’s one of the most common thoughts small business owners have upon hearing about other companies attacked by hackers. In the case of cybersecurity, ignorance is bliss for small businesses. Until it’s not. IT security threats are real. Every year, companies lose approximately $445 billion to cybercrime. … Read more