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Managing background processes: How to keep your computer running smoothly

It’s an all too common problem that you may have experienced at one point: You switch on your computer, but notice it’s slower than usual. It’s taking longer to load, and you’re stuck with a spinning blue circle onscreen, so your mind races to the worst possible scenarios: Is your device dying? Is the hard drive close to full? Or is your computer slower than usual because of cryptojacking?

Most likely, the issue is not as drastic as you may initially think, and your device may just be running too many background processes.

Finding the ideal internet speed for remote work

Remote work is becoming increasingly prevalent, transforming the way individuals and organizations collaborate. However, this shift has also brought forth new challenges, particularly in terms of maintaining efficient and seamless communication. Ensuring adequate internet bandwidth is crucial for remote workers to effectively carry out their tasks, preventing disruptions and ensuring productivity.

Be on guard against these crafty schemes by hackers

In the face of a continuous rise in malicious cyberattacks, businesses remain vulnerable to the ever-evolving tactics of social engineering. Unlike malware, which infects systems through malicious code, social engineering relies on manipulating individuals into divulging sensitive information.

Setting up a guest Wi-Fi network in your office

Does your office regularly get visitors? Chances are that many of these visitors ask to connect to your Wi-Fi for different reasons. In any case, an improper Wi-Fi setup can lead to a frustrating experience for them, and worse, it can put your sensitive data at risk of falling into the hands of malicious entities.

Passwordless authentication: A guide for staying secure online

Passwords have been the standard authentication method for decades. However, with the growing prevalence of cyberattacks and data breaches, passwords are no longer as secure as they once were. Cybercriminals have become increasingly adept at stealing or guessing passwords, posing a significant threat to sensitive accounts and systems.

Essential tactics to ensure business continuity

Unforeseen events such as natural disasters, power outages, and cyberattacks can immensely disrupt business operations, resulting in significant financial loss and reputation damage. Therefore, having a solid business continuity plan in place is crucial for any organization's survival.

5 Tips for secure customer data collection

Much of business centers on giving people what they want. This means understanding customers’ interests and needs by accumulating and organizing customer data. However, the methods you use to collect that data need to abide by data privacy laws. Breaching those laws can incur fines, penalties, and loss of reputation.

How to boost cybersecurity when working remotely

Remote work has become the norm, and it brings a host of benefits to both employees and employers. However, working outside of a traditional office environment introduces unique security challenges. Fortunately, there are steps you can take to improve your and your employees’ cybersecurity while working remotely.

The evolution of the human cloud workforce

The way we work has undergone a profound shift in recent years. The human cloud, a term gaining prominence in the business world, represents a dynamic and decentralized approach to talent acquisition and project management. Here's a closer look at the evolution of the human cloud workforce and how it's shaping the future of work.

Are passwords dead?

With rising security demands and an increasing reliance on biometric data, it seems that traditional passwords will soon be a relic of the past. Big tech players like Apple, Microsoft, and Google have recently thrown their weight behind the FIDO2 WebAuthn standard, an initiative by the Fast Identity Online Alliance (FIDO) aiming to usher in an era of text-free authentication alternatives.