Today, we live in a day where data is one of the most sought-after assets and that is why social media platforms, email providers, dating apps and others suffer data breaches. In such a case, names, social security numbers, phone numbers, credit card information and even birth dates are exposed. This tells you that no computer, server or smart device is safe from data hacks. So, is there a way people and businesses can secure their data and prevent loss?   The following are 5 ways to secure your data back-ups: Create a data security plan A vast majority of businesses lack a data security plan that guides employees on how to secure their computers. As a result, if a data hack occurred, it would be difficult for the employees…

At the recent Mobile World Congress that was held in Barcelona, all the buzz revolved around future advancements in mobile technology. On the surface, it seems as though smartphones are evolving at a very slow pace, especially when it comes to the icon layouts, home screen, and rounded edges. But you should not judge phones based on what’s on their covers. What is inside has changed in a substantial manner. With each passing year, manufacturing materials, sensor technology, wireless functionality, and even cameras have gone on to become smarter, and have even gained an ability to perform smarter tasks. By doing so, they have opened the path for future advancements in mobile phone technology. So, what can you expect in 2019? How will your smartphone be like? Here are predictions…

While the popularity of the smartphones and stand-alone tablets has soared in the past few years, a good laptop remains a must-have item. Otherwise, how do you handle typing, crunching videos, and graphically-optimized games? Technological advancements in the industry have led to the production of inexpensive and lightweight devices that you can seamlessly carry around. These are also packed with such improved security features as fingerprint scanning capabilities. But should these be your only considerations when deciding to make a laptop purchase? Here are five must-have features of a laptop that you must put into account: Device specs Are you an average or heavy computer user and do the processing speed and laptop’s RAM capabilities match your needs? For instance, if you are a gamer or operate loads of applications…

Everyone has one friend or family member that is into tech gadgets. There are 10 cool gifts for tech enthusiasts that they will love.  .10 Heroic Tracker This device is great for those that tend to misplace things. This includes keys, wallets, and other devices. The tracker attaches to these items and if they are lost the last recorded location will show up in an app. They have cool designs including Marvel characters and DC Comic characters.  .9 Retro Remote This remote has an old style joystick. It can hook up to the television set and the techie can play classic games on the screen. The remote is shaped like Pac Man and this is the featured game.  .8 Light Show This is tech version of Lite Brite. A person…

When you are ready to choose a new gaming system to purchase, you have to figure out which one will work out the best for you. You need to figure out which system is going to provide you with the most entertainment and be the best value for you. It can be difficult to choose between the Xbox One and the PlayStation 4 but there are some things that you can think about that might help you in the decision that you have to make. Before you choose between the Xbox One and the PlayStation 4, you need to think about the exclusive games that you receive with each one. You need to think about the types of games that you enjoy playing and figure out which one is going…

Software updates can be a real pain. Having to stop what you are doing and allow your device to download and install updates can really put a crimp in your day. But instead of putting off your updates, you just might want to go ahead and let them download. Today, we are going to learn why software updates are important and why you should be doing them sooner than later. Security One of the best reasons to allow your device to update its software is security. Hackers are always trying to find a way around the security measures put in place by software companies. When they do, these companies have to develop patches to keep the bad guys out. So the next time your phone or computer asked for an…

How to Secure Your Laptop from Cyber Threats If you do not take precautionary measures to protect your PC from Cyber threats, malware, and viruses can easily infect your computer system. Besides, malware are potential clients used by hackers to take over your PC and steal your information. For instance, VBS: Malware-gen is a Trojan worm made from Visual Basic scripts, and installs itself according to the configurations set up by the hacker. The files execute themselves and run in the background giving the attackers a natural time to manipulate your computer. So, is there need to keep your computer secure from cyber-threats? And how? In this article, we explore some of the potential ways you can keep your PC safe from cyber-attacks. How to keep your Computer from Cyber…

Do you have a garage or a room full of broken electronics that you have no idea how to get rid of? How about your place of work, is it weighed down by clutter? Usually, junk and clutter start piling up when we don't recycle or expose them. In this article, therefore, I will be discussing how we can bring back life to these items. Finding a Reliable Recycler to Recycle Broken Electronics Usually, electronics contain lead, cadmium, and brominated fire retardants and plastics which may not decompose and may be hazardous. Tossing them off in the trash bins, therefore, may not be the ideal way of getting rid of them. As such, the best way would be finding a responsible recycler and recycling them. Besides, chances are, an electronic…