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Why it's so hard finding good I.T. support

I want to start off by apologizing to anyone this might offend and acknowledging this will be taken the wrong way by some, but I'm going...

This is inexcusable!

I went on another WiFi "auditing" (actual auditing without permission is immoral and illegal. I'm just checking how the networks are...

What's up with all the malware?

I run into this question all the time. People just can't fathom why all of these viruses exist. They can't understand why it's become...

Removing malware; format & reload or targeted deletion?

There's an ongoing debate among IT professionals when it comes to the best solution for a computer infected with malware (viruses,...

Your range extender is putting you at risk!

While training to earn my OSCP certification, I was taught how to breach a WiFi network by taking advantage of several potential...

Want to hear a funny joke? Your WiFi network is secure.

A little background information first. I'v been "professionally" fixing computers and generally working in IT since 2005, but my passion...

Stop buying ink!

If you're in the market for a new printer, ditch the ink and go laser! Because people come to me for advise on what printer to buy so...

Just a little public shaming for Adorama.com

I recently made a purchase on Adorama.com (a laser printer) for a customer. She needed a new printer, and despite costing more upfront, I...

Stop using your phone number as your WiFi password!

Passwords. They've become a part of our daily life whether we like it or not. The problem is, we want to use passwords that are easy to...