| Two factor authentication secures SMEs |
Two factor authentication is a method of accessing something through the use of two different “factors.” There are actually three different factors a user can use for authentication, but you only need to use two. The three factors are:
When a company uses two of these factors to authenticate users, they are using two factor authentication. Chances are high, you already use this with your bank or another organization. Should small businesses implement two factor authentication? Before you rush out and implement a two factor authentication system, you need to be aware that it will not prevent all attacks, two factor authentication can still be hacked. It just takes more time and effort than most hackers are willing to invest to hack into systems that use this form of security. Before you implement any new security measures be sure to talk with your IT support provider or an expert like us, we may have a solution that fits your business. |
One of the most anticipated video games of 2012 was recently released. The only problem is, the company that developed the game didn’t apply enough security to accounts, and a large percentage of players had their accounts hacked and items stolen. Interestingly enough, this is also happening to many small businesses; their data is being stolen. This can be avoided with stronger security measures, such as two factor authentication.| Have you heard of Windows 8 Metro? |
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Later this year, Microsoft is scheduled to release a new version of its popular operating system, Windows 8. A preview of the version was released a few weeks ago to much hype, and officially introduced some of the major changes that have been made to Windows 8. Among these changes is a redesign of the user interface, now called Metro.| Don’t let business fail due to disaster |
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Many companies in North America, the UK and Australia tend to adopt an almost invincible point of view, they believe that disaster can never strike their business and are stunned when it does. This is a dangerous viewpoint to take, especially for small businesses who stand to be affected the most from any disaster.| 5 reasons why business tech is better |
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Buying technology for your business can be one of the toughest things to do. It’s constantly changing and in truth, a rather poor, yet necessary long term investment. Beyond that, almost every manufacturer makes models aimed at the personal use market and business oriented products. While the consumer products look like they could fit the bill, it’s not a good idea for businesses to pursue this option.| Did you know about these FB features? |
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The use of social media by companies to connect with their customers and drive brand awareness is commonplace among companies of all sizes. Using a site like Facebook and its numerous features allows small businesses to tap into a potentially large customer base. What many owners don’t know is that there are some hidden features that they could be using.
