Backing up your important documents is something you should do regularly. But you should also do the same for your digital life. Your files are never completely safe and secure on your computer because there are many unforeseeable problems that can happen, such as hard drive failure, virus attacks, theft, or damage from a flood …
Identity theft is considered to be one of the fastest growing crimes. Here are some things you should do to help protect yourself. Check your mail often Don’t just throw it out, it could contain personal information Shred, shred, shred (bills, receipts, statements…) Protect your social insurance number Limit what you carry in your wallet …
Most thefts occur from cars. Many people just want to quickly go in to a store on their way from work. Hiding the laptop from sight doesn’t provide much safety, especially if you place it in the trunk upon arriving which gives the thief visual confirmation of the prize. If your laptop bag is too …
I am always surprised at how trusting people are with confidential and “private” data. They send attachments by email, they chat and post updates/pictures through their facebook/blogs/twitter accounts. And yet people are shocked when they hear about identity theft. You are shocked when someone knows your name, birthday, what you look like, what your kids …
Unfortunately economic slowdowns can lead to downsizing, forced days off without pay, or lay offs. This can be dangerous in the world of Information Technology [IT] where disgruntled employees may retaliate against their (former) employers. Be cautious in these situations where the corporate decision has been to cut back in this area as typically these …
Tired of being bombarded by telemarketing calls? Register your number with the National Do Not Call List (by the CRTC) www.dncl.gc.ca Are You Really Protected? Unfortunately we have noticed many of the clients we deal with have a false sense of security. Just because you have anti-virus software installed on your workstations does not …