Secure your RIA’s printers to avoid getting hacked
To achieve foolproof cybersecurity, you must make sure that every endpoint is protected from threats. That means securing every network, every server, every computer — and every printer. Because they’re easily overlooked, print devices can be exploited by hackers and used as an entry point to steal or modify data. Make sure to follow these […]
What’s new with Microsoft’s update channels
RIAs that use Microsoft 365 usually want the latest features of the productivity suite’s apps. However, not all RIAs want to receive updates at the same cadence. Whether you prefer to receive new app features ASAP or get them only once a month, there’s a way to customize your preferences, thanks to Microsoft’s update channels. […]
Microsoft 365: New Office 365 features for the same price
On April 21, Microsoft rebranded its Office 365 (O365) Home and Personal plans as Microsoft 365 (M365) Personal and Family subscriptions. The company’s officials describe the new bundles as “the subscription for your life to help you make the most of your time, connect, and protect the ones you love, and to develop and grow.” […]
Master OneNote in no time
OneNote is a useful but underutilized program that comes with Microsoft Office. With OneNote, you can create and share digital notebooks that contain handwritten or typed notes, drawings, screen clippings, audio commentaries, and more. This takes your note-taking to another level, allowing you to integrate multimedia as well as share notes and collaborate with other […]
Keep your home network safe in 10 simple steps
Practical tips to better secure your home network. Change the default name of your home Wi-Fi The first step towards a safer home Wi-Fi is to change the SSID (service set identifier). SSID is the network’s name. Many manufactures give all their wireless routers a default SSID. In most cases it is the company’s name. […]
Single sign-on: The key to user management
From complexity requirements to minimum lengths, creating a password for a new online account can be bothersome. If your RIA is struggling with your password policy, single sign-on (SSO) can help. This technology is secure, easy to manage, and eliminates the need to remember a long list of usernames and passwords.
How to speed up Google Chrome
Google made its foray into web browsers in 2008 with Chrome. With its remarkable speed and ease, Chrome was welcomed by many users. However, over time, the browser becomes a bit sluggish, especially if you’ve installed extras such as extensions. Follow these easy steps to ramp up your Chrome browser’s speed.
Office 365 hacking: What you need to know
With over 150 million active subscribers, Office 365 is, unsurprisingly, on top of hackers’ minds. And now, hackers are using a technique that doesn’t even require users to give up their credentials. Learn how they do it and get protected. A phishing scam that harvests users’ credentials The latest cyberattack on Microsoft Office 365 involves […]
Cybersecurity: How to defend your RIA from insider threats
In the cybersecurity world, an insider threat is an individual or business partner who uses company data inappropriately. Today’s RIAs must take proactive steps to prevent insider threats, which is why we put together some tips and tricks. #1 Educate Teach your team to recognize personally identifiable information (PII) and understand the financial implications of […]