Ransomware has its own economy, funded by you.
Ever wonder why ransomware has become so widespread these days? A ransomware infection in England shut down hospitals. Staff told patients that if they did not have an emergency, go home. The computers were not working.
That is because the publishers have found a ... Read More
Overview of the CompTIA Executive Certificate in IT Security (Foundations).
SACRAMENTO, CA. October 5, 2007. Today, Cameron Park Computer Services announced that its President, Mark Anthony Germanos, achieved the CompTIA Executive Certificate in IT Security (Foundations) designation. CompTIA reports "All too often IT security is viewed as a necessary evil, if ... Read More
December 21, 2024Mark Anthony Germanos
Say YES to dual monitors.
I recently told a client that she should have dual monitors at her desk. She replied, “I’ve been using only one for decades. Why do I need two now?” Here are some reasons:
1. Dual monitors present a larger, crisper image that spans across two devices.
2. Dual ... Read More
December 20, 2024Mark Anthony Germanos
October is National Cybersecurity Awareness Month.
Protecting yourself online is more important than ever. That's why the Department of Homeland Security created National Cybersecurity Awareness Month. They also broke down action items by week. Here is the advice I found at https://staysafeonline.org/ncsam/about-ncsam/ for week 2.
Week 2: Oct. 9-13.
Cybersecurity in the Workplace Is ... Read More
December 20, 2024Mark Anthony Germanos
October is National Cybersecurity Awareness Month.
Protecting yourself online is more important than ever. That's why the Department of Homeland Security created National Cybersecurity Awareness Month. They also broke down action items by week. Here is the advice I found at https://staysafeonline.org/ncsam/about-ncsam/ for week 1.
Week 1: Oct. 2-6.
STOP. THINK. CONNECT.™: Simple Steps ... Read More
December 19, 2024Mark Anthony Germanos
Why the Equifax data breach matters.
Earlier this month, Equifax disclosed that someone breached their database and compromised 143 Million records. Equifax is one of three services mortgagors use when determining if you deserve a mortgage for your new home. The data they have on us is...immense. The breach already happened. ... Read More
December 19, 2024Mark Anthony Germanos
Protect yourself by becoming high hanging fruit.
High hanging fruit is tough to reach while low hanging fruit is easiest to reach. Suppose you went to an apple orchard and decided you wanted an apple. The owner said it was ok to pick one from a tree and eat it for ... Read More
December 18, 2024Mark Anthony Germanos
When in doubt, check to see if a website is safe.
You have to be careful when web surfing. People use fake websites to promote their agendas, spread malware and rip you off. You can check a website if you are unsure whether or not that website is safe.
A story for ... Read More
December 18, 2024Mark Anthony Germanos
When in doubt, check to see if a website is safe.
You have to be careful these days. People use fake websites to promote their agendas, spread malware and rip you off. You can check a website if you are unsure whether or not that website is safe.
A story for you.
Jim ... Read More
December 17, 2024Mark Anthony Germanos
Sacramento IT support includes managing passwords.
Whomever you hire as your Sacramento IT support pro, he needs to manage your passwords. If you forget one, a simple phone call should save you. I am sad to report...that is not always the case. I inherited a situation where nobody managed the company's ... Read More
December 17, 2024Mark Anthony Germanos