18 Jan 2019

Apple users beware: Voice phishing is here

2019-01-21T08:49:40-07:00

If you think your iPhone is safe from phishers, think again. Criminals are getting smarter by the day, and recently, they’ve been using voice phishing scams, pretending to call on behalf of Apple Support to make iPhone owners divulge sensitive information.. Do not be a victim of voice phishing by following these tips.

If you receive a call from a person who claims that he or she is from Apple Support and asks you to contact a certain number because Apple has supposedly suffered a security breach, do not panic, and do not call the number. Remember that customer support isn’t proactive: the company waits for your call before it addresses your issues. That Apple would reach out first is already suspicious. To verify your suspicion, you can reach out to Apple Support and ask whether the call you received was indeed from their headquarters.

Unless confirmed by official sources, never follow instructions from an unverified caller or email sender. And if the sender asks you for […]

Apple users beware: Voice phishing is here2019-01-21T08:49:40-07:00
17 Jan 2019

Customer Story: Coats

2019-01-17T09:00:23-07:00

260-year-old company, Coats, discusses how moving to the cloud was an integral part of successfully implementing S/4 HANA across their business and allows them to process huge amounts of data in real time; keeping them agile and ready to serve their customers.

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Customer Story: Coats2019-01-17T09:00:23-07:00
17 Jan 2019

What is Single Sign-On and who is it for?

2019-01-17T17:59:28-07:00

An average enterprise uses over a thousand cloud services. Even if small businesses use just a few dozen apps, securely managing account logins is still a huge problem for both users and administrators. Single Sign-On (SSO) is an excellent solution to this issue, so let’s dive into how it works.

What is SSO?

Single Sign-On solutions allow you to create one username and one password that thousands of websites will recognize. If you’ve ever clicked “Login with Google” on a non-Google website, you’ve already enjoyed the benefits of SSO. It’s faster, simpler, and more secure. Now, small businesses can accomplish the same level of efficiency between their employees and cloud platforms.

Instead of asking everyone in the office to track separate accounts for Office 365, Slack, Quickbooks, and whatever other cloud apps your company relies on, you can give them one set of credentials and manage what they have access to remotely. Employees come to work, enter their designated username and password, and they’re all set for the day.

Why is […]

What is Single Sign-On and who is it for?2019-01-17T17:59:28-07:00
16 Jan 2019

How The Compliance Function Is Evolving In 2018 — Five Key Findings

2019-01-16T09:00:42-07:00

As the rate of game-changing technological shifts continue to increase across multiple industries, compliance functions will need to reevaluate how they go about examining risk and implementing risk-management protocols. What should compliance functions be doing now to proactively adapt to this changing environment? And what can you do to help them along this journey?

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How The Compliance Function Is Evolving In 2018 — Five Key Findings2019-01-16T09:00:42-07:00
16 Jan 2019

Breathe new life into your old PC

2019-01-17T17:59:17-07:00

Don’t be so quick to dump that old computer! Despite being slow, clunky, and prone to crashes, your old desktop or laptop might just be perfectly usable — after a few light upgrades that will breathe new life into it and enable you to use it for other computing needs.

As mentioned, you have to make a few upgrades on your old PC. You may want to try a lighter OS, for example. Keep in mind that the latest version of Windows or MacOS won’t work optimally without a fast processor, so a Linux-based OS, which comes in a variety of options called “distros,” would be a better option. It will make your computer feel brand new without exhausting its hardware.

Popular distros options such as Ubuntu, elementary OS, and PinguyOS can be easily installed. Plus, they have similar interfaces to Windows and come with a boatload of software packages. The best part is they require a minimum of 4GB of RAM, so you won’t have to invest much […]

Breathe new life into your old PC2019-01-17T17:59:17-07:00
15 Jan 2019

Build 18305: Latest Windows 10 update for PC

2019-01-17T17:59:03-07:00

Here’s a preview of Windows 10 build 18305 and the best improvements Microsoft has implemented so far.

Start menu

This now has a new single-column layout with reduced top-level tiles. This layout appears when you’re creating a new account, setting up a new device, or after performing an installation.

Windows Sandbox

Using hardware virtualization and Microsoft Hypervisor tech, this feature lets you build a lightweight environment to safely install and run untrusted applications without adversely affecting your installation.

There’s no need to create a virtual machine, and when you’re done testing the app, the environment and app will automatically be deleted.

Clipboard

Build 18305 updates the Clipboard interface (Windows key + V). Every item on the clipboard is now smaller, which allows more entries to be displayed.

Accounts

You can now use an SMS code to sign in and continue setting up your Windows 10 account if your account is connected to your phone number.

Windows Hello

Instead of creating a password that is complex and easy to forget, Windows Hello lets you use a look or a […]

Build 18305: Latest Windows 10 update for PC2019-01-17T17:59:03-07:00
14 Jan 2019

Here’s how you can manage Google reviews

2019-01-14T10:48:24-07:00

More consumers are now turning to online reviews to help in their buying decision process. With Google reviews, you can enhance your online presence by making sure your business ranks well in search engine results pages (SERPs). Here’s what you need to know to make that happen.

How Google changed search results

Google now automatically aggregates and includes online reviews to display in the Knowledge Panel found on the right side of the search results. This useful panel displays information like address, hours, web address, and more.

Which review sites does Google include?

Relevant sites vary between industries, so if, for instance, you manage a restaurant, reviews from Yelp or Zagat will likely be displayed next to your online listings. If your business is a bit more niche, however, there are a few steps you can take to determine which review sites affect you.

To determine these sites, go to Google and type the following:
“[your company name] reviews” – to locate sites that already have reviews on your business
“[industry] reviews” – to […]

Here’s how you can manage Google reviews2019-01-14T10:48:24-07:00
11 Jan 2019

Why UPS is important in network gear

2019-01-14T10:48:17-07:00

Storms, floods, fire, and other emergencies can cause productivity loss due to power failure. Utilizing an uninterruptible power supply (UPS) for your workstations will ensure that you never lose unsaved work. But what about your online connection? To avoid being crippled by loss of internet connection, it’s a good idea to plug routers, wireless access points, and cable modems into a UPS.

UPS for network equipment

UPS systems provide backup power in case of outages and protection against power surges, which don’t just damage computers but also make you lose unsaved work. Deploying them for Wi-Fi routers and modems allows you to stay connected to the internet during these  typically chaotic instances.

Moreover, it makes sense to not just keep your PCs powered up, but to also have internet access during a disaster. This strategy works relatively well if your staff are predominantly laptop users, as that means you only need to juice up your Wi-Fi gear.

Better than generators

Although generators are indispensable for certain […]

Why UPS is important in network gear2019-01-14T10:48:17-07:00
10 Jan 2019

Microsoft or Google: What to use for Android?

2019-01-14T10:48:10-07:00

Out of the more than three million apps in the Android store, only two are serious contenders for productivity software: Microsoft’s Office 365 and Google’s G Suite. The key to deciding which is better for your business is understanding their respective pros and cons. Let’s run through those.

Text-based documents

Google Docs sacrifices a few features in the name of speed. It makes simultaneous editing from multiple users, syncing with cloud storage, and sharing documents with colleagues on an Android device a breeze, but it doesn’t afford users the same level of customizability as Office 365.

Microsoft’s productivity platform has been evolving for decades, which means there’s very little it can’t do. Depending on the Android device you have, this can translate to a slower, less responsive user experience.

Spreadsheets

Tables that store data and simplify calculations may seem pretty straightforward, but Google has found a way to set its offerings apart. Although its Sheets lacks powerful features compared to Microsoft’s Excel, it does have some cross-platform integrations worth considering. For example, […]

Microsoft or Google: What to use for Android?2019-01-14T10:48:10-07:00
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