How far would you go to protect your company’s data? How about your customers’ data? Every day, business owners are confronted with this exact question when they become victims of ransomware schemes. According to an industry report by Coveware, the average ransomware...
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Employee Featured Recipe: Brad’s Snickerdoodle Cheesecake
This month’s recipe is courtesy of Network Technician Brad Strickler. He says this recipe is a favorite that is asked for often at family gatherings. Snickerdoodle Cheesecake Ingredients: 1 log sugar cookie dough 3 Tablespoons cinnamon sugar 3...
Turn Your Team Into Your Greatest Security Defense
IT security experts will often tell you that employees are the greatest security vulnerability in any company. We warn of social engineering emails and phone calls, reused passwords, work emails used on personal accounts, and dozens of other behaviors that can put...
Seven Factors that Affect the Lifespan of Your Computer
How long will a computer last? When do I need to replace my computer? We get these questions often here at Facet, but it’s not easy to formulate an answer in most cases. There are no fixed rules here, as it often comes down to personal preference. We can, however,...
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Tech Tip: Take the Shortcut!
This month’s tech tip is from Annette Ford, Vice President at Facet Technologies. Annette has shared a few shortcuts for web browsers that will save you time. You’ll never go back to using your mouse again! These tips are for Windows 10 users, but if you use an Apple...
Facet Employee Recipe: Drew’s Shepherd’s Pie
This month’s recipe is from Drew Williams, a new addition to the Facet team working in web and software development. We are excited to have him aboard! Drew has shared a recipe for an hearty and tasty shepherd’s pie. Easy to make, this recipe is definitely one you’ll...
Tech Tip: Cleaning and Sanitizing Your Computer
TECH TIP: Sanitizing Your Computers & Equipment This month’s tech tip is from IT Bench Technician Vincent Bethel. Vince shares how to clean your computer equipment to help keep you and others safe, especially on shared equipment. We often talk about how to keep...
Facet Employee Recipe: Andrew’s Buffalo Chicken Ranch Dip
Ingredients:3 to 4 large chicken breastsTabasco sauce1 bottle ranch dressing1 8oz package Philidelphia cream cheeseShredded cheddar cheese Instructions:– Boil 3 to 4 large chicken breasts.– Cut and shred.– Put into a 9 x 13 pan and sprinkle Tabasco sauce over...
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