Check out the latest edition of Momentum NJ, IT Radix's magazine dedicated to northern NJ businesses. Learn the 12 principles that make a champion on and off the field as well as how to be smart about "cold calling" to fuel NEW appointments with qualified prospects.
Mum's the word when it comes to social media
Sharing too much information online can be extremely harmful to your online security.
When you fill out an online Facebook quiz, you may be unknowingly sharing your personal information with cybercriminals.
Lynn is currently attending Southern New Hampshire University working towards her bachelor’s degree in Business Administration. She plans to graduate next month, and we are so excited for her!
Lynn came to IT Radix with over 30 years of office experience having worked in a variety of office administrative and customer service settings.
Spear Phishing Is on the Rise!
Cyberattacks are one of the biggest threats that businesses face today. One popular tactic, spear phishing, is on the rise, so be alert!
88% of all data breaches are caused by employee actions.
Spear phishing is the act of sending emails from a known sender’s name to increase the chances of the recipient trusting and opening the email and taking action that unintentionally hurts the organization.
Proactive Planning Requires a Risk Assessment
Was your organization ready to work under the conditions created by the pandemic? If you had done a risk assessment, you were likely more prepared than others—even if a pandemic wasn’t something you included as a high probability risk.
This newsletter issue focuses on risks and cybersecurity incidents from a business perspective. As a mom, I’ve had to think about and address our risks at home, including cybersecurity. I was surprised at how quickly my son encountered the pitfalls that come along with technology.
In this issue:
Living Out One of Our Core Values Collecting Backpacks for Project Readiness... A Hands-On Way to Give Back to the Community!
Autumn... For many of us, the fall season ushers in thoughts of sweaters, fall foliage, bonfires, and pumpkin spice. For youngsters, fall also means the beginning of a new school year—a fun and exciting time for children! Was one of your favorite childhood memories shopping for back-to-school supplies? Do you remember picking out a new binder, notebooks, glue sticks, markers, and freshly sharpened No. 2 pencils? If you answered yes, you’re not alone.
Quick Tip: Go Incognito!
Why: Web browser cookies are an essential part of the web. However, there are times when you want to protect your privacy and be more secure. If so, go incognito! Here’s how:
Chrome, Edge, Safari:
Ctrl-Shift-N
(Command-Shift-N on Mac)
Firefox:
Ctrl-Shift-P
(Command-Shift-P on Mac)
Contact IT Radix here for more help with staying safe online!
An interview with Ashleigh Boissonault:
IT Radix: What draws you to Comic-Con conventions?
Ashleigh: I was drawn to New York Comic-Con because I've always been a fan of comic books. The conventions are always fun, and they give me an opportunity to cosplay a character I love.
