November 2020 – S3 Technologies

November 30, 2020
By Ben Mroczek
Blog, Security

Is Security Being Sacrificed for the Sake of Convenience?

While this time of year is always huge for online retail, there is likely to be a much larger number of people turning to the Internet for their holiday purchases than usual… and, it would seem, a larger number of people taking security into consideration as they do so. Let’s examine how consumers are taking […]

November 28, 2020
By Ben Mroczek
Best Practices, Blog

A Look at Modern Networking

There are times when people take their technology for granted. One of the most under-the-radar, yet still critical parts of a business’ technology infrastructure is the networking equipment. By this we mean the hardware that connects your business to the Internet and to your network. We are talking cables, switches, and routers. This month, we […]

November 27, 2020
By Ben Mroczek
Alerts, Blog

Homeland Security is Warning Businesses to Update Google Chrome

We realize that it’s one thing for us to tell you how important it is to update your software. After all, we’re tech guys, so we worry about that kind of thing all the time. Hopefully, it’s quite another matter when Homeland Security does it, which is why we’re really hoping that you take heed […]

November 26, 2020
By Ben Mroczek
Blog, Technology

Knowing Your Technology Means Knowing What to Expect

For most businesses, inventory is a big deal. That’s why it is so surprising that many of the same businesses that depend on their inventory and supply chain fail to properly inventory their technology. This month, we’ll discuss the importance of keeping a technology inventory.

November 25, 2020
By Ben Mroczek
Blog, Security

Smishing Isn’t as Funny as It Sounds

As serious as they are, cyberattacks aren’t always given the most serious-sounding names. We are, of course, referring to “phishing”: the manipulation of the user, rather than of a computer system, to gain access to data. Phishing can come in many forms, with some—like phishing someone via SMS message—doubling down on the silliness of the […]

November 24, 2020
By Ben Mroczek
Blog, Business

The Help Desk Keeps Business Running Smoothly

When there’s a computer problem, downtime ensues, and productivity suffers. It’s really that simple. Your staff isn’t running on all cylinders because they are always having to restart, the software they need isn’t working properly, or they simply forgot their password.

November 23, 2020
By Ben Mroczek
Blog, Technology

More Than 70 Percent of PCs Run Windows 10

Ever since Windows 10 debuted in July of 2015, it has slowly risen in its market share. This has continued throughout the tumultuous times that 2020 has provided, as the OS has now reached a market share of 72.2 percent as of October. Let’s go over why this matters, and why—if you haven’t done so […]

November 21, 2020
By Ben Mroczek
Blog, Technology

Is Automation Really a Threat for Workers?

Automation has helped many businesses improve their output and efficiency, but what is the cost to the people that work for these organizations? Many systems rely on the autonomy of artificial intelligence systems to keep certain tasks and workflows on point. Automation could replace up to a quarter of the current workforce in the next […]

November 20, 2020
By Ben Mroczek
Best Practices, Blog

How to Work Remotely Without Undermining Security

With remote access being so popular right now, it is important that there is an awareness of how to maintain your business’ security while utilizing it. There are a lot of steps involved in doing so. Let’s go over some of the most important considerations that you need to weigh while your office continues to […]

November 18, 2020
By Ben Mroczek
Blog, Tip of the Week

Tip of the Week: How to Alter the Android 11 Power Menu

If you need a reason to upgrade to Android 11, it comes with a highly useful selection of options when you access the menu that appears when you hold down the power button on your device. However, you have the option to add much more value to this menu. To do this, you’ll need to […]

Month: November 2020

Is Security Being Sacrificed for the Sake of Convenience?

A Look at Modern Networking

Homeland Security is Warning Businesses to Update Google Chrome

Knowing Your Technology Means Knowing What to Expect

Smishing Isn’t as Funny as It Sounds

The Help Desk Keeps Business Running Smoothly

More Than 70 Percent of PCs Run Windows 10

Is Automation Really a Threat for Workers?

How to Work Remotely Without Undermining Security

Tip of the Week: How to Alter the Android 11 Power Menu

Three Innovative New Technologies that Can Bring Your Business Value

The Cloud is Only Helpful if It’s Secure

Breaking Down the Steps to Build a Useful Document Management Platform

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