Technology and Security News
We support hundreds of businesses. We see a lot of things. We’ll blog about tech issues, security, and things we see that affect business in hopes to improve the lives of people who use a computer at work.
What’s a Bot?
Bot. You’ve heard the term before, but you’re not quite sure what one is or what it does. Basically, a bot (short for web robot)
When should you buy a new computer?
Here at OAC Technology, we get asked this question a lot. If you view your computer as a status symbol, then you should get a
Keep Your Data Safe with Online Backups
You’ve heard it over and over again… Back up your data. It’s the only way to protect your business information, financial data and the rest
How to Create Your First Backup
We’ve said it again and again: Back up your data. You know it’s important, but for some reason, you just haven’t gotten around to it
How Can a Company Reduce Spam?
According to Time, spam averages 78% of all email sent. If you’ve checked out your junk email folder today, that’s not hard to believe. But
Why should you backup your data?
Let’s face it, our lives are becoming more digital every day. From digital photos to financial documents to business emails, the amount of information we
Asterisk VoIP Phone Systems
Asterisk VoIP Phone Systems OAC Technology’s support team offers professional assistance with installation, configuration, and systems operation issues. Asterisk is the world’s most popular and
What is Social Engineering?
After Wired.com’s Mat Honan suffered a widely-publicized hack last week, blogs have been abuzz with the the term “social engineering.” The hack wasn’t a traditional
Why do you get so much junk email?
We’ve all seen it… You just set up a new email account, and all of a sudden you start receiving SPAM. Or you’ve had the
Fake Anti-Virus and Trojan Infections
Fake virus alerts are usually generated by a Trojan. A Trojan is a program that takes control of your computer after you open an email
What’s the difference between firewall and antivirus?
Are you confused about the difference between antivirus software and firewalls? You may know that firewalls monitor data sent to and from the internet, but
What to Do if Your Email’s Been Hacked
Unfortunately, hackers love to get into other people’s email accounts… It lets them send spam or scam emails with little risk of being detected. Most
What is VoIP?
What Is VoIP? There’s been a lot of talk over the past few years about VoIP phone systems… And with good reason. They are less
Why Should I Care About Computer Security?
As a small business, have you ever wondered why you should care about computer security? Why would it matter–you don’t have anything on your computers
Should You Jump Into The Cloud?
“The Cloud” is a popular term these days, but what exactly does it mean to use cloud computing and should your business start using it?
Common Networking Terms
Common Networking Terms Have you ever had a problem with your router because of its firmware? Or you need to buy a longer CAT5 cable
How To Become PCI Compliant
How To Become PCI Compliant Small merchants are prime targets for data thieves. It’s your job to protect cardholder data at the point-of-sale by being
Are You Frustrated With Your Current IT Support?
Are you wasting time trying to get your IT support to do their job? Do you understand what they do and do they explain it
