Beware of FBI survey phishing scam
The tactic is different but the con is the same. The IRS has issued a warning this week about a new phishing scheme that impersonates the IRS and the FBI as part of a ransomware scam to take computer data hostage. According to the IRS, the scam email uses the emblems of both the IRS […]
Sparkmon & Associates IT team keeps your network healthy
Does it feel a little sluggish, like it takes longer to get moving in the morning? Does it move a little slower than it used to, taking more time to complete normal tasks? If this sounds like your computer network, perhaps it’s time to schedule an assessment of your IT operations. Sparkmon & Associates’ team […]
Be vigilant to protect against ransomware
The massive worldwide cyberattack this weekend provides a good opportunity to revisit your IT security measures. Hundreds of thousands of users were infected with what is referred to as ransomware that locked down victims’ computers and held the data ransom until the victim paid money in bitcoins. Once the initial computer was infected, the virus, […]
Use the Cloud to power productivity in your business
Sometimes it’s not so bad to have your head in the clouds – especially if it means making your office run more efficiently. Cloud technology has become a valuable tool for driving productivity and efficiency for many business operations. The Cloud is a great resource to save data in a secure off-site location that can […]
Back it up and forget about it
The convenience of having years of work product centralized on one computer or network can also put your business’ operations at risk if you do not have a reliable way to back up the information in the event of a system crash. An effective backup strategy is crucial for your operation, and there are many […]