by Ophtek, LLC | Jun 4, 2019 | Ophtek, Safety, Security, Thumb Drive
USB flash drives have been in use for two decades now and have proven highly popular due to their accessibility, but do you know how dangerous they can be? Perfect for people on the move, flash drives allow people to carry data with them and, if necessary, they can be...
by Ophtek, LLC | May 28, 2019 | Hackers, Hacking, malware, Ophtek, Password Security, PC Security, Security
A hacked network is a disaster for any organization, so keeping things secure is vital. However, sometimes things go wrong and you need to know what to do. Your IT operations are supported by your IT network, so, if it gets hacked, there’s every chance that all those...
by Ophtek, LLC | May 21, 2019 | Ophtek, Phishing, Phishing Email, Security, Security Threats
Email is an integral part of business communication for any organization with an IT structure, but there’s a significant danger posed by phishing emails. When it comes to IT security, you want to make sure your defenses are as strong as possible in order to repel any...
by Ophtek, LLC | May 14, 2019 | firewall, Network, Ophtek, Safety, Security
One of the most common ways to protect your PC is by working with a firewall, but what exactly is a firewall and what can it do to protect you? Protecting your organization’s PC network should be one of your main priorities when it comes to IT due to not only the...
by Ophtek, LLC | May 7, 2019 | Ophtek, Phishing, Ransomware, Secure Database, Secure Flashdrive, Secure Website, Security, Updates
Ransomware has been causing trouble for businesses for many years, so it’s clearly a form of hacking which needs greater understanding to avoid its wrath. The name ransomware sounds a little threatening and, as with all hacks, it’s hardly the friendliest of exchanges....
by Ophtek, LLC | Apr 16, 2019 | Internet of things, IOT, IoT Attacks, Ophtek, Security
The Internet of Things (IoT) has revolutionized the way we connect and interact with physical devices, but is this new technology as secure as it should be? Clearly, with around 26 billion associated devices estimated to be in use during 2019, the IoT needs to be...
