Server Security, The Ten Commandments

Online Security

In many organizations, they’re the most unsung of heroes. Quietly whirring away in their rack, hosting your web site, running your email, storing your data. Yet please spare a thought for your servers. Without them, your business would not be a business. And it’s not as if they’re living in the safest of worlds these days.

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So Which Online Backup is Best?

Online Backup

As you can see in the backup section of the site, online backup providers have a lot of features (and prices) to compare, and with new providers popping up every minute, the task becomes difficult. Unlimited space is a great selling point for these companies, and Backblaze is very popular on Technically Easy.

It is worth getting a bit of information about these providers, for example what are the features that truly matter to an average user?

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10 Key Moments in Cybercrime

Cybercrime

The invention of the Internet had a huge effect on the way we live our lives. But our now computer-driven society has opened up a brand new platform for criminals to commit misdemeanor, known as cybercrime. Here are the 10 key moments that has made cybercrime into the newest problem facing the police this century.

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Simple Habits That Can Protect You From Identity Theft [Infographic]

The Stupid Things You're Doing to Put Your Identity at Risk

Online shopping, public forums and social networking sites have made it easier to shop and socialize from anywhere in the world. Most people view it as convenient shop with a few keystrokes. Keeping in touch with out of state friends and family, or even building and maintaining a local network is made easier through social networking. However, every bit of personal information volunteered online is recorded and kept somewhere, by someone.

11 Reasons Why I Use Backblaze to Backup My Data Online

Backblaze

I have been backing up my data online for several years now and haven’t had any issues with doing so. I don’t mind backing up my data to the cloud, for a few reasons with the most important being that my data is offsite. The fact that I can restore my data at anytime is also a huge benefit. About six months ago I switched my data backups to Backblaze from Mozy. I didn’t have any issues with Mozy, but their pricing structure changed some time ago and it became too costly for me to keep my data with them, so I went elsewhere.

Who’s After Your Data? Learning about Targeted Attacks

Targeted Data Attacks

An advanced targeted cyberattack on your business can prove devastating to your finances, trade secrets and overall security. How do these advanced targeted attacks, also known as “APTs” or “advanced persistent threats,” differ from the typical hacking or malware scheme, and why should your business worry about them? To begin with, businesspeople who educate themselves on APTs are in a better position to defend themselves against these malicious cybercrimes.

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How Virtual Private Networks Can Protect Your Mobile Device

Using VPN to Protect Mobile Devices

Needing a safe way to communicate through the World Wide Web has never been more crucial. You no longer need a computer to log on. Your handheld mobile device can fit in your pocket and go pretty much everywhere with you, which means you’re that much more vulnerable to hackers since you’re spending more time on these networks. There are several ways to safeguard yourself, however, and here’s a good one to read up on: VPNs.

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