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Firefox may not be as ubiquitous as it used to be, but it remains a powerful browser. Make sure you’re taking full advantage of its capabilities by using these tools: Firefox’s secret tweak interface Catering to the more tech-savvy users, Firefox’s secret interface gives you a peek behind the curtain into the world of coding. This helps you make adjustments to improve browser performance. Customize your toolbar Choose which tools you want to see in your Firefox toolbar and maybe even discover new ones you haven’t heard of! Click on the menu button on the top-right corner and then click ...

Business continuity is often overlooked until it’s too late. But with the cloud on their side, IT departments and business owners can more easily adopt this strategy to help avert the next outage. Here’s how the cloud benefits implementations of business continuity. Better uptime Backing up to an internal drive or an external hard drive won’t completely secure data. If someone steals your device, you instantly lose the backup it contains. Natural disasters, cybercrime, or man-made errors will also likely destroy your backups. As a result, your company could face expensive downtime. With cloud-hosted backup, however, things are different. The ...

Researchers have discovered a type of malware that can easily bypass the security protocols of Windows 10. This malware is a new variation of ransomware called Snatch, and it comes with an added data stealer component. Designed to target corporate networks rather than consumers, Snatch has been modified to reboot your PC in Safe Mode to disable any security programs from initiating. Who's behind the Snatch ransomware? According to the report released by Sophos, the threat actors responsible for the Snatch ransomware call themselves the Snatch Team on dark web message forums. The researchers observed this team posting appeals for ...

Security audits are an excellent way to set the benchmark for your company’s data integrity. It is also a reliable way of identifying gaps in your system before they can be exploited by hackers. Auditing and the security strategy Audits are necessary to maintain system integrity and uphold quality. These system checks help identify security gaps and guarantee business stakeholders that the company is doing everything in its power to ensure that all of its information is uncompromised. The three key procedures of an audit are assess, assign, and audit. Having a methodical way of auditing helps you avoid missing ...

It's the season of giving, and there's no better way to show your generosity than by giving an Android tablet as a gift. But with the seemingly endless choices of tablets in the market, how do you choose the perfect gift? Look no further and start here. What's your budget? Giving gifts shouldn't burn a hole in your pocket. The great thing about Android is that there are tablets available for a wide budget range, from the ridiculously affordable yet highly praised Amazon Fire HD 10 (from $149.99 on Amazon.com) to the top-of-the-line Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 (from $795.99). What ...

Apple computers are built to last. However, you'll eventually experience some issues with their machines and have to replace it with a new one. But how do you determine if it's finally time to put your Mac to rest? Let's highlight some of the signs you need to look out for. Your device can't support the latest macOS version Apple releases a new version of macOS every September or October. Typically, Mac models from the past several years are supported. So if your device can't update to the latest version, it's a sign that you need to have your Mac ...

Wouldn't it be nice if there was an application with features that can help predict and identify risks and opportunities for your business products or services? Microsoft has turned this concept into reality with Office 365 Power BI's predictive forecasting. Familiarize yourself with what predictive forecasting is and how it can help your business. Predictive forecasting uses a variety of statistical techniques, such as modeling and data mining, to analyze current and historical facts to make predictions about the future. The predictive forecasting function of Office 365 provides users with the skills to generate reports, interactive charts, and 3D visualizations ...

Data breaches are a common occurrence in today's business environment. While many businesses have turned to cloud apps for better productivity, scalability, and savings, some worry that the cloud is more vulnerable to data breaches than an on-premises data center. The truth is that any computing environment is vulnerable if you don't take steps to prevent a data security breach. Here are simple steps to protect your data in the cloud. The cloud opens up some great benefits for businesses and is here to stay. However, as with all technology advancements, you need to also be aware of its vulnerabilities ...

Most of us don't normally associate Business Intelligence (BI) with small- or medium-sized businesses (SMBs). The huge investment required to hire data-delving specialists makes us think BI is only for larger organizations. But this is no longer the case. Not only does a growing selection of self-service tools make BI more affordable for SMBs, but it also makes data management more efficient, given that your business probably creates and holds more data than you realize, making it easier for you to get going. It's time you start harnessing data that will help you to make more strategic business decisions. You've ...

Microsoft recently released the latest version of Windows 10, so it's time to update your PC's operating system. While it's practically just a service pack, the update has some useful improvements to your computer's performance. Here's a list of the features the November 2019 Update brings. Also known as Windows 10 version 1909 or 19H2, the Windows 10 November 2019 Update can be installed by heading to Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update. Click Check Updates > Download and install now. Once the update is installed, that's it -- there are no long reboots and old Windows installation ...