Technology Advice for Small Businesses

Twitter alerts users to cyber attacks

Something known as “state-sponsored cyber attacks” may not be something you have heard of until now. But with both Facebook and Google viewing the problem as serious enough to warn their users about, it seems this is an issue that could be here to stay. And now with Twitter also recently taking steps to alert… Continue reading Twitter alerts users to cyber attacks

Twitter’s cyber attack warnings

While a small number of Facebook and Google users have, in the past, been warned that their accounts may have been hacked into by something called a “state-sponsored actor”, users of social media platform Twitter have largely escaped unscathed by the phenomenon. Or at least they haven’t been told about it. Until now, that is,… Continue reading Twitter’s cyber attack warnings

Twitter warns about cyber attacks

Earlier this month, social media platform Twitter alerted a number of its users to the fact that their accounts may have been hacked into by something, or someone, known as a “state-sponsored actor.” While a warning of this kind is certainly not unprecedented – for some time now, both Facebook and Google have also been… Continue reading Twitter warns about cyber attacks

How Google overcomes secure browsing issues

It’s safe to say that malware attacks, phishing scams, and social media engineering practices are going nowhere fast. That means that, whether you are a home user or the owner or manager of a small or medium-sized business, if you choose to ignore safer online security practices you are putting your identity and the security… Continue reading How Google overcomes secure browsing issues

How Google protects users with safe browsing

As end users of Google’s suite of productivity enhancing tools, we have a right to know that the company is doing everything in its power to protect its billions of users – whether they are working from a desktop, browsing while they are on the go, or working remotely. But what measures has Google put… Continue reading How Google protects users with safe browsing

Google and the art of safe mobile browsing

With the vast majority of end users turning to Google as their search engine or default browser of choice, it comes as no surprise to learn that the company takes security seriously. But in a perpetually changing landscape where anti-virus and anti-malware tools are constantly chasing their tails in order to stay up to date… Continue reading Google and the art of safe mobile browsing

Don’t download that health app just yet

Mobile health applications have been growing in popularity, but this doesn’t necessarily mean their effectiveness is improving. In fact, doctors have called for greater oversight and regulation when it comes to health apps, as many have never been truly tested. A number of these apps also make false claims about benefits in order to get… Continue reading Don’t download that health app just yet

Which MacBook model should you buy?

Apple currently has four different models of MacBook laptops in their line-up: MacBook Air, MacBook Pro, MacBook Pro with Retina display, and the New MacBook. But choosing one over the other is not easy, as each one of them come in different sizes and specifications. In this guide, we’re going to examine possible options to… Continue reading Which MacBook model should you buy?

Choosing your MacBook: which one is best?

Thinking of buying a new MacBook? Apple now has four primary models to choose from: MacBook Air, MacBook Pro, MacBook Pro with Retina display, and the latest 12-inch MacBook. With so many options available, it can be difficult to determine which one is right for you. In this article, we’re going to look at each… Continue reading Choosing your MacBook: which one is best?

The complete buyer’s guide to MacBook

When it comes to purchasing a new MacBook, there are four main options available: MacBook Air, MacBook Pro, MacBook Pro with Retina display, and the new 12-inch MacBook. Each model comes with different display resolutions, configurations, and various custom-made options. So how do you determine which one is best for you? In this guide, we’ll… Continue reading The complete buyer’s guide to MacBook