In today’s digital landscape, the question is no longer if a business will face a cyber threat, but when. For small businesses, which are often the most vulnerable, cyberattacks are not just bumps in the road; they can be catastrophic…
South Carolina High school football is in full swing and so is FTC Now’s TV coverage. Every Thursday and Tuesday after the games are played, the FTC Now Game of the Week showcases at least one team from the company’s…
A family of four on a long-awaited, cross-country trip pulls into a metered parking space to grab a quick bite. Like many meters these days, it doesn’t take coins; it’s paid through a QR (Quick Read) on a smart phone.…
Today’s abbreviations can be confusing, IMHO. Some of the oldest are FYI, TGIF and ASAP. In recent years, ETA, DM and LOL have become almost commonplace and those are pretty generic. When they become more perplexing is when they are…
Companies often restrict the software or hardware employees are permitted to install on company devices. The motivation behind those choices might vary, but one important reason is to protect a company and its customers from cybercriminals looking to gain entry…
Traveling internationally this summer or maybe taking a cruise abroad and need to stay connected with the folks back home? The good news for FTC Wireless customers is that with the recent upgrade to the International Day Pass plan, keeping…
It has been said and written and discussed by many in the IT business, but it cannot be overstated: Strong passwords are crucial to cybersecurity. Scammers utilize numerous phishing methods to infiltrate networks, so it is up to business operators…
The factors generally associated with buffering while streaming are often a topic of discussion. Symmetrical Internet Service But what about uploading issues? What if a user is transferring files like videos or photos? What if someone wants to live stream…
Have you ever been riding to an event when your favorite team is playing a big game on ESPN? Or any of the ESPN channels? Or your favorite show’s season premiere is coming on NBC but you are not at…
SonicWall released its 2024 threat report recently and what really stands out is the discrepancy between response times for cybercriminals vs. businesses and organizations. In making its assessment, SonicWall analyzed the reaction times to public exploit code information, a type…
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