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What are social media bots

What are social media bots and how can I protect myself?

By SandStorm IT | March 21, 2023
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Chances are, if you have used any popular social media platforms recently, you have been exposed to social media bots.  By definition, this is not necessarily a bad thing, since these bots are just accounts on social media which are run automatically by a computer program rather than a human.  However, most benign bots are…

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Intrusion Detection and Prevention Systems

What are Intrusion Detection and Prevention Systems?

By SandStorm IT | March 14, 2023
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You may not be aware of Intrusion Prevention Systems (IPS) and Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS) as they relate to Information Technology (IT), but the concept is simple enough – an IPS is like the lock on your front door, it keeps people from being able to simply walk in and go through all of your…

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Cloud Backup versus On-Site Backup

Benefits of Cloud Backup versus On-Site Backup

By SandStorm IT | March 7, 2023
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We live in a world today where cybersecurity is one of the most important factors a company must consider when making decisions about their data and network.  Part of this discussion must be data backups as they are extremely important. You absolutely must have backups of your data.  With the types of viruses, such as…

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best ways to combat computer infections

What are the best ways to combat computer infections?

By Matt Ballard | February 28, 2023
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The best way to combat computer infections is to NEVER connect to the internet. Of course, this is not a desired or viable option for most people. But unfortunately, the internet is the most common way of receiving or transmitting infections. Luckily, a mix of the right software and knowledge can go a long way…

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HTTPS

Why is HTTPS so important?

By Josh Yarbrough | February 21, 2023
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So everyone’s seen the HTTP and HTTPS prefixes on their favorite website addresses but did you ever wonder why they were there and what the difference between the two was? Keep reading to find out. Way back in the pioneering days of the internet, the gurus of old had to figure out a way for…

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Buying a New Monitor

5 Things to Consider When Buying a New Monitor

By Jeff Fowler | February 14, 2023
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With recent advanced in CPU and RAM tech, a lot of users are getting new computers. To complete the “upgrade”, most people shop for a new monitor as well. With the number of options available, it’s easy to get overwhelmed. Our guide, “5 Things to Consider When Buying a New Monitor” may help shed some…

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What is VoIP

How can VoIP be cheaper than traditional phone lines?

By Jeff Fowler | February 7, 2023
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Phone service is a big monthly expense for many businesses. Luckily, there is a way to save money on this overhead cost with Voice over Internet Protocol, or VoIP. VoIP is a phone service that uses the internet instead of traditional phone lines. This system can be much cheaper than a regular phone line, and…

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targeted ads

What are targeted ads and how can I turn them off?

By Jeff Fowler | January 31, 2023
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If you’ve ever shopped online for something, you’ve likely come across a special type of ads called “targeted ads”. Usually, it begins when you are browsing online for a particular product, possibly just reading reviews or just researching before a potential purchase. After you switch tasks and decide to check something else out, whether it’s…

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erverless (cloud) computing

Cloud computing – What can it do for my business?

By SandStorm IT | January 24, 2023
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What is it? Cloud computing is a form of cloud computing that allows businesses to handle their computing needs on-demand. Cloud computing is a form of cloud computing in which applications are scaled dynamically to handle an application’s computing needs. This means that the application is only using the resources it needs to complete the…

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What are Managed IT Services?

5 Ways Managed IT Service Providers Keep Your Business Secure

By Jeff Fowler | January 17, 2023
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As a business owner, you have a lot on your plate. You’re responsible for running your company, as well as its long-term success. Managed IT Service Providers specialize in keeping your business’s IT infrastructure secure and reliable, so you don’t have to. They proactively monitor your systems for potential threats and vulnerabilities, and they have…

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