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IT Security Tip: Don’t just throw out that old computer

Getting rid of old computers or servers? Did you know that the components used in technology equipment are not landfill-safe? On top of the environmental hazards, unprotected e-waste typically contains a lot of confidential and private information in the form of saved passwords, Internet history and files left on the retired computer or server.

As a first prevention step, find a local recycling facility where e-waste can be safely disposed of. And make sure to take the following #1 security precaution before you haul it off: remove and destroy the hard drives. A drill and hammer usually do the trick just fine. Alternatively, many companies that shred paper documents will also destroy your hard drives.

We offer free e-waste recycling services to our clients! Just let us know and we’ll pick up your old hardware and make sure it’s properly recycled.
Don’t forget other e-waste such as mobile phones, copy machines and any other device that ever touched your company data. Give serious thought to what data is on any device before you recycle it.

To schedule your free e-waste recycling pickup, call 401-227-2695 or send us an email at [email protected] .



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IT Security Tip: Three sneaky ways to know your kids are up to no good online

Here are some little-known ways to see if your kid is doing things and visiting sites you don’t want them to:

1. They’ve deleted their browsing history. What are they hiding?

2. The ads showing up are questionable. Marketers use retargeting to get you to come back to their websites. So if you’re seeing ads that make you go “hmmmm,” that’s a sign they’ve been visiting those sites.

3. They hide when using the device. A good rule of thumb is NO devices in bedrooms, or in any room that is not out in the open.

Cybercrime is at an all-time high, and hackers are setting their sights on small and medium businesses who are “low hanging fruit.” Don’t be their next victim! To download this free report that reveals the most common ways that hackers get in and how to protect yourself today go to www.packetlogix.com

For a very limited time, at no cost to your company, we will conduct a dark web scan looking for your company’s hacked credentials for sale on the dark web. Contact Nikki Manalansan at 401-227-2695 or [email protected] for us to start your dark web scan today.



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IT Security Tip: Your copier is spying on you…

Modern business equipment has radically changed how we conduct everyday business. Do you realize that copiers and multifunction printers are also one of the leading causes of data breaches?

They are the one device on the network that commonly does not ever have the default password changed. After all, who would want to get in and copy your settings? There might be a different answer if you realize that quite often those copiers keep images of all pages scanned on an internal hard drive. Perfect for someone to anonymously access and steal social security records and sensitive business data.

Take steps to secure your MFP copier today. Change – or ask US to change – default passwords on ALL network-connected devices. Don’t forget this rule when the copier lease is up and a new one is installed! A few quick steps can save a lot of personal data breaches and a lot of security headaches down the road.

Cybercrime is at an all-time high, and hackers are setting their sights on small and medium businesses who are “low hanging fruit.” Don’t be their next victim! To download this free report that reveals the most common ways that hackers get in and how to protect yourself today go to www.packetlogix.com

For a very limited time, at no cost to your company, we will conduct a dark web scan looking for your company’s hacked credentials for sale on the dark web. Contact Nikki Manalansan at 401-227-2695 or [email protected] for us to start your dark web scan today.



[email protected]

www.packetlogix.com

https://www.packetlogix.com/terrence

#1 IT Support Services in Providence, RI | PacketLogix Inc Rhode Island's Highly-Responsive IT Support, Computer Services, and Cybersecurity Experts For Businesses In Rhode Island