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Developing Safe Remote Work Strategies for Multi-Level Access

A safer remote work strategy for multi-level access frameworks requires consistent policy behind access and credentialing controls.

October 14, 2020 Adam Forziati Leave a Comment

Many companies are spending more on cloud infrastructure services than on data center hardware as they move to a cloud-first approach. But how safe are their remote work strategies overall, especially if they’re utilizing a multi-level access framework? According to Marivi Stuchinsky, SVP, Global CTO at Technologent, many businesses are unprepared for IT hardware-related support needs, […]

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Microsoft Disrupts Trickbot Ahead of U.S. Elections

Microsoft says it teamed up with other tech organizations to take down ransomware and malware proliferator Trickbot to protect U.S. elections, industry.

October 13, 2020 Zachary Comeau Leave a Comment

Microsoft and an international group of tech industry organizations disrupted the botnet Trickbot, one of the world’s most prolific distributors of malware and ransomware. Through a court order from the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia and technical action in coordination with a group of technology organizations, Microsoft helped cut off key […]

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McAfee: Anna Kendrick Tops 2020 List of Most Dangerous Celebrities to Search

Cybercriminals capitalize on our obsession with celebrities and try to drive our internet searches for people like Anna Kendrick to malicious websites.

October 7, 2020 Zachary Comeau Leave a Comment

According to cybersecurity experts, celebrities can generate some very risky online search results that could potentially lead to users accidentally installing malware on their devices. Names that come with the most risk include actors, musicians and TV personalities we all know, like Sean Combs, Justin Timberlake, Taylor Swift, Jimmy Kimmel and other A-listers. However, according […]

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Microsoft Digital Defense Report

Microsoft’s Digital Defense Report Details Increasing Cyber Threats

Microsoft's Digital Defense Report details advanced cyber threats facing the world and sophistication with which hackers and cybercriminals are operating.

September 30, 2020 Zachary Comeau Leave a Comment

A new annual report from Microsoft details the advanced threats and sophistication with which hackers and cybercriminals are attempting to infiltrate our networks and IT systems. The Digital Defense Report, released Tuesday, covers cybersecurity trends from the past year and “makes it clear that threat actors have rapidly increased in sophistication over the past year, […]

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Increasing Cyber Attacks

Now Is the Time to be Vigilant Amidst Increasing Cyber Attacks

As the COVID-19 pandemic and political turmoil lead to increasing cyber attacks, organizations and end users should take extra precaution.

September 15, 2020 Zachary Comeau Leave a Comment

While remote work and working from home are convenient and just a way of life these days, the trend is opening the door to cyber attackers, nation states and part-time hackers to take advantage of the hysteria and cast a wide net in a bid to compromise our networks. Across the board, companies are reporting […]

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Tampa International LED Airport Digital Signage

An LED airport digital signage rests on a RGB Spectrum Mediawall V system and provides the public and employees with key information.

August 17, 2020 TechDecisions Staff Leave a Comment

Tampa International Airport enlisted the services of AVI-SPL, a global digital workplace services provider headquartered in Tampa, Florida, to design and integrate new public signage throughout the airport’s terminals and parking areas. The Tech Decision The Airport challenged AVI-SPL to come up with a digital solution that makes navigating the airport more engaging, informative and, […]

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Slack Announces Improved Security Features

Slack's new security features are a response to the increasing cybersecurity threats that are exploiting the COVID-19 pandemic.

August 13, 2020 Zachary Comeau Leave a Comment

Slack is upgrading the communication and collaboration app’s security features including Slack Connect, a new feature that the company says will allow for faster communication, stronger relationships and improved security. Slack Connect, which the company calls “a more secure and productive way for organizations to communicate wit each other,” gives admins the ability to maintain […]

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school technology managers, schools COVID response

School Technology Managers: Here’s What You Should Do Before The Next Semester

School technology managers: if you're worried about your school's COVID response, review this list of factors to consider before the fall.

August 5, 2020 Adam Forziati Leave a Comment

School technology managers and faculty have a lot on their plates right now. As they scramble to come up with a safe plan for the upcoming fall semester, they need to take stock of their buildings’ current technology and how it can be adjusted to fit to any plan; be it an online-only reopen or […]

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