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Businesses and consumers store data in many places. Because of e-mail and various other forms of cloud storage, it can be spread out. You should make sure data on those services is deleted when you cease to use them; losing track of data can cause security risks. The devices you have direct control over, however, should be looked after carefully …
Consumers are deluged with an array of computer security terminology, coming from a variety of channels. Moreover, some of the questions facing modern computer users are which antivirus brands are the best, which programs or apps are secure, and which websites are safe. To complicate the matter, websites often post conflicting information on similar topics that can hinder resolutions. A …
The decluttering trend has gained traction among homeowners, leading many to downsize their lives and their possessions. But the advantages of decluttering go far beyond the four walls of your home – if you own a small business, you might want to take the lessons you have learned and bring them to the office. Decluttering at your desk has many …
Every business needs a standardized process for media destruction. Many managers assume that secure erasure software offers a cost-effective means of protecting sensitive data — and for individual files, that’s mostly true. Software can overwrite data on a bit level, permanently preventing data recovery. But while secure file deletion software certainly plays an important role in data security, physical media …
Every device that accesses the internet has a unique IP address; the identifier that is needed to transfer data back to the correct user. However, in an age of ever-increasing concern about online security, many advocate the use of a proxy server or a VPN to increase anonymity. But is this wise, and what information can your IP address provide? …
