Archive for April 2017
Flashback Friday: Still Using 1995 Internet Technologies
The internet has changed over the years, but people remain the same. See what’s different, what’s similar and how the past can define the future. There’s a famous clip from The Today Show in 1994 where the hosts try to figure out what the internet is. Millennials watch it and giggle as the stars puzzle…
Read MoreHow AI Solutions Are the Future of Data Security
AI is improving the security industry in many ways: Here’s why it’s so important! AI programs can shift massive amounts of data, look for particular issues or warning signs, and even teach themselves more about data attacks. It makes sense that the information security industry would be interested in using AI to help prevent breaches…
Read MoreWhy We’re Not Just Another IT Consulting Company on K Street
Forget the grandiose claims you’ve heard about “K Street Consulting” in the movies (at least where we’re concerned). We don’t ask for $500,000 retainers like the lobbyists that we now share the infamous DC neighborhood with do. For us (as well as our clientele), being a straight, no-nonsense IT consulting company on K Street is…
Read MoreWisdom Wednesday: 4 Features to Send Your Business Website to the Top of Google’s Rankings
Because Google always changes the algorithm that it uses to determine search engine rankings, your business’ website needs to stay on top of the current key features that can help move it to the top of Google’s search results. Many companies approach search engine optimization as a one-time challenge; once you have set up your…
Read MoreRansomware Attacks in a Healthcare Setting
Ransomware is currently the top malware threat facing healthcare IT settings. When it comes to defending against it, prevention is the key. In March 2017, a Wisconsin-based urology group discovered it was the victim of a ransomware attack. Fortunately, they were able to hire an international IT company that was able to remove the infection…
Read MorePaper Has Had Its Day. What to Look for in a Document Management Solution.
The Challenges with Paper-Based Systems Does your staff have control over the paper in your business? Are they struggling with filing, sorting and searching for these and other documents? Customer Purchase Orders (PO) Vendor Invoices Quality Assurance Certificates If so, this wastes hours of time and productivity—Not to mention, increasing frustrations for your staff. The…
Read MoreWho is Intelice Solutions and Why Should You Care?
Intelice Solutions has all the tools and expertise at hand to support you in your efforts to optimize your business computing network. Businesses come in all shapes and sizes and have different requirements for their business networking needs. We’re here to make sure Washington DC area business have all that in spades. Companies of all…
Read More20 Years of Viruses, Bugs and Computer Scams
There are viruses that can be implanted on a computer in 2017, and lie in wait until a network becomes vulnerable before attacking. Unfortunately, viruses have come a long way from 20 years ago. The term virus was coined early on in computer history, but it’s every bit as relevant today as it was then.…
Read More7 Key Steps When a Company Device is Compromised
Here’s what to do with a device with valuable business data goes missing or is stolen. What happens when an employee at your company reports that a device they were using is missing or stolen? That lost device may have sensitive business data on it – today’s mobile devices are often stolen by thieves and…
Read MoreThe Worst Password Mistakes that Compromise Security
Broadcasting your password on national television may be the easiest way to invite hackers, but common password mistakes make it almost as easy for your data security to be compromised. Password safety may not be one of the most interesting topics in the realm of cybersecurity, but having a strong password is one of the…
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