by Ophtek, LLC | Sep 15, 2020 | ATM Attack, malware, Ophtek, Security
We all use ATMs on a regular basis and are well aware of the need for security when using them. But what happens when the manufacturer gets hacked? The number of malware attacks and infections in 2020 are, as ever, exceptionally high. With Kaspersky blocking...
by Ophtek, LLC | Sep 8, 2020 | Graphics Card, hardware, New PC, Ophtek, Processor, RAM
The sheer range of PCs available makes choosing a new one very difficult. But in business there’s no time to waste, so you need to know what to look for. Take a look at the spec sheets for two different PCs in the same price range and you’ll notice something: no two...
by Ophtek, LLC | Sep 1, 2020 | Ophtek, patches, printer vulnerability, Security, Security Threats, Updates, upgrade
The importance of installing updates and patches should never be underestimated. However, did you know that even these are not 100% secure? Microsoft knows a thing or two about computers, but this doesn’t mean they are immune from mistakes and flaws. Accordingly, they...
by Ophtek, LLC | Aug 25, 2020 | IT Best Practices, IT Efficiency, Ophtek, PC, PC Maintenance, PC Tips
A healthy PC is a happy PC and one that will serve your organization well. But to keep your PC healthy you need to carry out regular maintenance. Take the casing off a PC and you will see that it’s a complex collection of circuitry, wires, boards and fans. All of...
by Ophtek, LLC | Aug 18, 2020 | Cloud, Ophtek, Security, Security Threats
Education is a crucial element of society, so attacks on this sector are very attractive to hackers. And this is why they are now targeting universities. Universities, of course, are huge organizations packed full of students and tutors. As a result, these groups...
