Welcome to the new Cyber Treats Weekly. We'll be sharing valuable tech tips, cybersecurity practices, and current information that you can share with your team (featuring Maggie and Boomer, cartoon versions of Facet's "shop dogs.") Now, onto the tips! It pays to...
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Tech Tip: How to Disable “Off-Facebook Activity”
Facebook tracks its users’ activity across the web. Here’s how to stop it. Among security experts, there’s a …
Let’s Talk Network Documentation!
IT documentation is a powerful force when it comes to your business network and overall operations. Done well, …
FBI IC3 Report: Cybercrime Losses Up 48% in 2021
Did You Know? The dark web could now be considered the world’s third largest economy, with experts estimating that cybercrime brought in over $6 trillion in 2021, according to the FBI’s annual Internet Crime Report, which documents cybercrime trends. The Bureau...
Tech Tip: This 2-Second Habit Can Help Keep You Safe!
It may sound simple, but pressing the Windows Key+L when you step away from your computer can save …
Your Business Needs a Firewall for Life. Here’s Why.
Facet installs and maintains firewalls as part of their managed security solution. Find out why we recommend a HaaS approach to firewalls. A firewall is the first line of defense against intrusion in your network. Firewalls are a crucial component of your layered...
Facet Follies – March 2021
Facet Follies March 2021 Facet Follies is a monthly tech cartoon by Mike Wright. Want more Follies in your inbox? Sign up for our newsletter below.
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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Cyber Treats: Where You Save Matters
GIVEAWAY! We're asking for your feedback on topics for Cyber Treats and giving away a big popcorn tin from Young's Popcorn Heaven. Click the link at the bottom to enter! Personal Cloud Storage: the Cost of Convenience How many employees use unsanctioned...