We all know that IT professionals speak their own language. It can be frustrating when an IT person casually recommends a simple fix and you still have no idea what they are talking about. I see this happen many times a day when an IT person says this, "that's a browser issue, just clear your cache." So let's make life easier for everyone and translate exactly "how to clear your cache". What Continue Reading
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All You’ve Ever Wanted to Know About Passwords
Passwords are the Keys to Our Digital Lives As more and more of us continue to move our lives online, it’s important to remember the tried and true “rules” of a good password. Below are some tips and guidelines to help you keep your online data safe. Tip 1: One Password to Rule Them All! How many passwords do you use? If your answer was one I have some bad news for you. All too often Continue Reading
Accessibility is NOT Just for People with Disabilities
Accessible websites can help more of your users than you think! Have you ever wondered what the big fuss is about accessibility and if having an accessible website is really necessary? I am here to tell you that it is. You may think that the number of people with a disability requiring an accessible website is small, but the actual number of people who may benefit from an accessible site Continue Reading
Get Google’s Data the Easy Way
Google Analytics is an incredibly useful tool that can provide you with lots of valuable data about your website, but are you taking advantage of all it can do? If you don't have time or interest in learning the DIY aspects of Google Analytics, you can still access all of this information easily. It will help you measure your traffic and get a much better understanding of how well your site is Continue Reading
Malware Protection: What You Need to Know
When in doubt, don’t click the link Whether the link is on an official looking website or in an email that looks like it came from the right people, always make sure you trust the source of any link you click on. When in doubt, do a Google search for the company in question and go through their website to find what you’re looking for, rather than following a link. Beware of piggy back Continue Reading
What is Phishing?
Phishing is a deceptive act in which unsavory individuals try to obtain your personal information, such as passwords and financial information. Phishing attacks usually come in the form of an email pretending to be from an official site, such as your bank, but instead lead to a fake website that looks very much like the real one. Identity theft has been around for a long time and phishing is Continue Reading