Most organizations are aware of how much energy their IT infrastructure consumes, but there are a few not-so-obvious ways to save energy, cut costs, and reduce your overall carbon footprint. Switch to Flat-Panel Monitors Using flat-panel monitors over CRT (cathode-ray tube) monitors can significantly reduce energy costs. Georgetown University’s IT Department replaced its CRT monitors...
CryptoLocker is the latest and most damaging ransomware, encrypting the user’s files using asymmetric encryption, which involves a public key and a private key. The public key simply encrypts the data, while the private key is required for decryption. The attacker offers the private key to users’ who pay the $300 ransom fee within the...
Section 179 of the IRS tax code was designed as part of the U.S. government’s incentive to encourage businesses to purchase equipment and invest in their business. Section 179 allows businesses to deduct the entire purchase price of qualifying equipment and/or software financed or purchased during the tax year. Section 179 doesn’t increase the amount...
HIPAA Security breaches often involve computers, emails, and servers. However, a recent breach involved photocopiers, resulting in a $1.2 million resolution agreement. Affinity Health Plan’s violation was discovered by the HHS Office for Civil Rights (OCR). The health plan failed to make sure the data was erased from the photocopier’s hard drives before switching the...
Did you know you are not limited to just a 4 digit iPhone password? You can add an extra layer of protection to your iPhone with an alphanumeric passcode. If you work in a very public place or travel a lot, you may be keen on extra protection for your privacy. Its’ easy to look...
When you work with Veltec Networks as your trusted cybersecurity team, cybersecurity breaches, ransomware, and other security concerns will become distant memories.
We ensure:
When you work with Veltec Networks as your trusted cybersecurity team, cybersecurity breaches, ransomware, and other security concerns will become distant memories.
We ensure: