Author Archives: Alesa Locklear

How to Use Web Browser Security to Surf the Internet Safer

Web Browser Security Help You Stay Safe Your web browser has tools and built-in security that can help you stay safe from malware, attacks, phishing and all the problems that can come from the Internet. I’ll go through each of … Continue reading

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You Have a Backup of Your Data: Right?

Most everyone answers yes to the backup question, yet companies experience backup problems and data loss at a surprising rate. Sometimes it’s just a particular database or file they can’t restore, but we get calls from companies that have experienced … Continue reading

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Cloud Computing Security

While cloud computing can provide benefits to many organizations, including having 24/7 and remote access to your software and/or data, there are cloud computing security risks to your business, also. If you are aware of cloud computing security risks, though, … Continue reading

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Technology Plans: Future Priorities

We’re in the final stretch on the Technology Plans series! You’ve looked at the state of your current equipment, analyzed some common issues you may be experiencing and are ready for the last step. So, let’s talk about the future. … Continue reading

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Develop Your Information Technology Plan

How to Analyze Your Current Technology As you develop your Technology Plan, analyzing your current technology situation helps you plan for the future. In our previous post, you took a snapshot of your current computer network and workstations. So, let’s … Continue reading

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Why Do I Need An Information Technology Plan for My Business?

An Information Technology Plan Benefits You An Information Technology Plan for your business can protect your investment, reduce unexpected expenses, and keep your systems operating at their best. With an Information Technology Plan in place, you can consider the capabilities … Continue reading

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10 Things About Cloud Computing You Need to Know

The 10 questions and answers below will give you an overview of cloud computing, but when it comes to deciding whether to put your business applications or network on the cloud; you need more in-depth knowledge. NoCo Technology Solutions is … Continue reading

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Do I Need to Store My Company’s Emails?

Email retention is an issue for all companies. While certain industries, such as medical and financial service providers, and publicly-traded companies, must comply with special regulations regarding electronic records, all companies need to consider a policy about retaining emails and … Continue reading

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What Makes Network Security Vulnerable to Hacking Attacks?

Network security, even of large organizations, can get hacked or attacked. How does that happen? Do you wonder if your network or system is susceptible to attack? Is there anything you can do to prevent that from happening to your … Continue reading

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Passwords: They Ain’t What They Used To Be ….

Nowadays, you have to have a password to access anything. From Facebook to your accounting software, we all access our websites, banks, and applications with passwords. How secure are they? Do they really protect us from criminals getting into our … Continue reading

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