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Make Educated Decisions on Your Technology Best Practices and IT Strategies
When you opened a business, that business was your specialty - not IT concerns. That’s why we’ve developed the IT Playbook, a guide to aid you in shaping the choices you make as you select the technology that powers your business.
The IT Playbook will help you make educated decisions on:
- Which IT model makes the most sense for your organization.
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Discover the Six Key Benefits of Switching to VoIP
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Is your business ready to upgrade to a more reliable, cost-effective, and versatile phone solution? VoIP (Voice over Internet Protocol) is revolutionizing telecommunication by delivering calls over the Internet instead of traditional phone lines—bringing modern features and flexibility to businesses of all sizes.
What’s in the Guide?
Learn how VoIP can:
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Know the 7 Essential Tips for Building a Business Continuity Plan
In working with local businesses, we've seen firsthand how critical disaster planning and business continuity are to long-term success. That’s why we’ve created this simple, actionable cheat sheet to help you prepare for anything that comes your way.
This guide outlines the 7 key elements every company needs to consider when crafting a Business Continuity Plan. From natural disasters to cybersecurity threats, these tips are designed to keep your operations running smoothly, no matter the challenge.
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Discover the 5 Game-Changing Benefits of Moving to the Cloud
The cloud is revolutionizing how small businesses operate—helping you do more, save more, and grow faster. But what does “the cloud” really mean for your business?
This must-read guide breaks it all down for you, from the basics to the transformative advantages that cloud computing can bring to your organization.
Who Should Download This Guide?
Are you:
- A business owner or executive looking to unlock the potential of cloud computing?
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- Unsure where to start or how to choose the right solution for your needs?
This guide is designed for you.
What You'll Learn:
- The real meaning of “the cloud” and why it’s a game-changer for small businesses.
- The three essential cloud service models and how they work.
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What is a QR Code?
A QR code is a means of sharing a link to a web page that only requires the user to scan the image—like the one seen above—with their mobile device’s camera. It’s a simple and elegant solution to the problem that a lengthy URL introduced to sharing information, especially now that the capability to scan one is baked right into most cameras.
However, the simplicity and ubiquity of the QR code has led to a new problem… the use of QR codes as a means of scamming people
Introducing the QR Code Scam, and How It Can Be Spread
Putting the QR code scam in a nutshell, it's a QR code that’s linked to a malicious website, often used as part of a spoofing attempt to gain the victim’s information or as a means of spreading malware that automatically downloads to your device once the page loads
Because this subset of phishing scam only requires the target to scan a QR code, it can be spread through various means:
Emails - Like other phishing attempts, many QR code scams are spread through emails, but other forms of direct messages aren’t exactly exempt, either. NEVER scan a code that appears in an unsolicited email… particularly if the message pressures you to do just that.
Public Displays and Posters - Due to the fact that a QR code can—and nowadays, typically does—appear practically everywhere, it is not uncommon for scammers to simply use a sticker to replace an existing QR code with one of their own, whether it appears on a poster, a restaurant’s menu, or other form of signage. Closely examine any code you consider scanning, or better yet, look up what the QR code allegedly directs to separately.
There are a Few Reasons QR Code Scams are So Effective
Let’s face facts: nowadays, QR codes are hard to avoid, and it really is hard to argue against their convenience. It’s the fact that they’re used so often that makes these kinds of scams so dangerous.
Just like regular links in an email, malicious QR codes are highly tempting to navigate through, making them an effective option for the cybercriminal responsible. Adding to the issue, a QR code can be altered to direct someone to someplace entirely different than what may be expected. Once scanned, these QR codes can install botnets and keyloggers, allowing your device to be co opted into large-scale attacks or information to be stolen
There are a Few Reasons QR Code Scams are So Effective
Don’t Mix Apps with QR Codes - Your phone has a camera, which has a built-in QR code scanner. Applications intended to serve as your QR code scanner can easily be malicious themselves. Likewise, you should avoid installing any applications via a QR code, instead finding them in the actual app store (if you install them at all).
Take Urgency with a Grain of Salt - Like other phishing methods, a QR code scam will frequently be paired with a message that implies it is important to scan the QR code immediately. Don’t fall for the temptation to act so quickly. Instead,verify the message and the QR code through different means of communication.
Don’t Be Afraid to Ask - If you aren’t sure if a QR code can be trusted, don’t be afraid to confirm its legitimacy and authenticity by asking someone who would know.