Category: Tech Tips

3 Tips for Stronger Home WiFi

June 6, 2019

How can you improve your home WiFi experience? There are numerous reasons you could be experiencing a lag or slowdown in your home internet. Here are a few things to try to help you get a better WiFi signal. 1: Assess your router location. The goal is to place your router where it can cover the largest […]

Ransomware vs. Malware – What’s the Difference?

March 20, 2019

What is malware? Malware is any malicious software designed specifically to infect and harm the user’s system. A malware attack typically begins by a user: Clicking on an infected pop-up advertisement; Opening an email attachment from an untrusted source; or Unknowingly visiting an infected website. The malware is then downloaded and installed on the user’s computer […]

How To: Create A Strong Password

February 8, 2019

Why do you need a strong password? Often times, all a hacker needs to gain access to your personal information is a username and password. The best way to keep your online accounts secure is by using strong and unique passwords. Strong passwords are hard to crack, and unique passwords safeguard your accounts should one become […]

How To: Stop Robocallers

February 6, 2019

Robotic callers (robocalls) are not only annoying, but can be dangerous if they trap you in a scam. Unfortunately, it’s become all too easy for illegitimate phone scammers to auto-dial hundreds or thousands of people at the same time. According to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), robocalls are on the rise because internet-enabled phones make it cheap […]

How To: Manage Your Digital Life

February 3, 2019

As part of a New Year and a new you, consider spending a little time managing your digital life. Here are a few ideas to clean up your devices and online presence. 1: Cleanup your computer. Spend a few minutes cleaning up your computer by uncluttering your desktop, emptying the Recycle Bin and getting rid of […]

4 Tips to Escape a Malware Trap

January 22, 2019

If you encounter an on-screen alert, DO NOT click on any of the links or call any of the phone numbers provided on the screen. Depending on the malware powering the scam and your internet browser settings, there are a few common escape routes you can try. 1: Close the browser tab or quit the program […]

How To: Avoid Online Phishing Scams

January 1, 2019

Phishing scams are designed to rip-off a user’s personal information – such as login, password or account numbers – and then ultimately use that information to steal your money or identity. Phishing scams may come in the form of fraudulent emails, text messages or copycat websites. Scammers may spoof a valid company or a familiar […]