January is National Clean Up Your Computer Month
The start of a new year is a traditional time for new resolutions. You should consider resolving to Keep Your Computer Clean in 2022. Here are a few things you can do regularly to accomplish that goal:
Check Your Backup
Before changing/deleting anything on your computer, be sure your key files are backed up and up to date.
Get an Information Technology professional talking about cybersecurity and the conversation might never end. You’ll be lucky to get a word in edgewise. That’s because there really is no end to the choices and options for organizations as they attempt to lower their security risks.
In this issue:
Windows Hello Harnesses the Power of Facial Recognition
“Hello! Is it me you’re looking for? I can see it in your eyes; I can see it in your smile.” Is this Lionel Richie or your computer empowered by facial recognition software?
Windows Hello is a more personal way to access your Windows 10 devices securely using a PIN, facial recognition, or fingerprint.
In this issue:
Voice Technology is a Great Productivity Tool
Are you currently using the combination of a camera and microphone daily to communicate while working remotely? Then you’re all set to leverage the power of your voice as a great productivity tool. Most associate the power of the spoken word in terms of evoking a response from other people or animals but often overlook using voice recognition to generate a response from your computer, smartphone, or other device.
In this issue:
E-signatures Have an Exceptional Level of Security
Collecting autographs is a fun hobby that has been around for a long time. Youngsters often start collecting sports or music hero autographs that can grow into a financially-rewarding passion if the signature is authentic and verified.
The Risks and Rewards of Shadow IT
Shadow IT is when individuals in an organization use technology services or solutions without approval or oversight by management and IT. It’s simply IT that happens in the shadows. Just like an artist who might wish to create depth in a painting by adding shadows, staff often create shadow IT systems with the best of intentions.
Software Patches are a Part of Essential Preventive Maintenance to Keep Machines and Networks Safe
The expected lifespan of cotton fabric is over 100 years. Yes, that nice blouse or shirt or those pants you look great in can have an extended life of that range! Too bad fashion makes some of these items outdated almost as fast as technology makes hardware and software obsolete! Of course, even during its short fashionable life sometimes that article of clothing might need some patching or repair sewing done to address some rips or tears.
