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Securing your network – from home users to small business up to enterprise. What you can do.

Pierce — Thu, 13 Oct 2011 05:14:29 +0000

Securing your network – from home users to small business up to enterprise. What you can do.

Article by Paul Fleming

IT security company tests for vulnerabilities in small to medium businesses in the Philadelphia, New Jersey and Delaware regions.

With computers being a critical component in running a business, it is more valuable than ever to ensure the security of your networks particularly where there is sensitive data. News headlines announcing that networks have experienced security breaches are all too prevalent. This is where you need a service that checks for those vulnerabilities and prevents from future attacks. Better yet, you need a service that prevents it before it ever happens to your company. Imagine the embarrassment at having to explain to your customers that someone has stolen their credit card information.

“Academic institutions are often high profile targets for malicious IT hackers” was a concern of one of Philadelphia’s leading vocational colleges. “We are entrusted with a great deal of valuable information and we don’t take that responsibility lightly.” In this instance 215 Secure was called upon to have a look into the network security. They had heard of some of the services that 215 Secure offered and were highly regarded in the Delaware Valley. According to Dave Pearson of 215 Secure, “This is what we do…..this is all we do.”

Hackers employ various methods for gaining access to systems. 215 Secure replicates those methods, looking for vulnerabilities and weaknesses in the infrastructure. Affectionately known as Penetration Testing, 215 Secure isolated a handful of moderate issues and a couple of critical problems that needed to be addressed.
When performing a Penetration test, 215 Secure looks to ensure that a secure network system helps companies to avoid:

* Preventing financial loss through fraud (hackers, extortionists and disgruntled employees) or through lost revenue due to unreliable business systems and processes.
* Legal problems. Non-compliance can result in your organization losing business, receiving heavy fines, gathering bad PR or ultimately failing. At a personal level it can also mean the loss of your job, prosecution and sometimes even imprisonment.
* Poorly protecting your brand by avoiding loss of consumer confidence and business reputation.

From an operational perspective, penetration testing helps shape information security strategy through identifying vulnerabilities and quantifying their impact and likelihood so that they can be managed proactively; budgets can be allocated and corrective measures implemented.

While 215 Secure specifically targets users at an enterprise level, there are some basic things, especially when setting up a wireless network at home that you can easily do to prevent users piggybacking on your network or even hacking in to it.

Add a little security

1. Change the SSID (name) of your network and disable the SSID broadcast.
2. Disable DHCP Control
3. MAC Address Filtering

Add more security

1. WEP Encrypt – adds an extra blocking mechanism for hackers

Even more Security

1. WPA – setting up a random pre-shared key of 10 characters ensures your network is practically rock-solid. This is a random string of numbers and letters, just make sure you can remember it yourself.

These are some very basic steps to securing your data and ensuring your privacy. Keep in mind that small to medium business should do a little more to keep their information secure as there is even more valuable data ie. other people’s.

215 Secure offers ‘Security Assessments’ that are a good first step for your organization. “We service users in the Delaware Valley region, this includes Philadelphia and its surrounds, Southern New Jersey, parts of Delaware, contact us and we’ll let you know,” exclaims Dave Pearson of 215 Secure. Visit them at www.215secure.com or call 215-922-1261

About the Author

Paul Fleming is a technology consultant for Dinkum Interactive, a search marketing and new media company based out of Philadelphia, PA. He recently worked with 215 Secure, a Technology Security Company and was so impressed, he wrote this article.

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Through Search Engine Some Important Tips For IT Staffing Firms

Pierce — Tue, 11 Oct 2011 09:15:24 +0000

by Ed Yourdon

Through Search Engine Some Important Tips For IT Staffing Firms

Article by Dorajiv

Through Search Engine Some Important Tips For IT Staffing Firms Staffing is nothing but selecting and training individuals for a specified job function or No of employed personal in an organization also called work force. Staffing in any firm is basic and necessary thing for a firm. A good staffing reduces the pressure for firm and also for staffers of the firm.

Staffing are of many types some examples Of staffing units are Hotel staffing , IT Staffing , Business staffing , Health staffing etc . SO we here see or deal with some important tips or points of IT staffing to keep in view by any firm or company.

Let’s first see about information technology which is compressed of both hardware and software. Any firm or company which deals on project of IT software before offering a job to IT professional these are basic and important things or a process to keep in mind or follow. After going through the resume of the applicant staffing unit should see they have minimum skills of listening & speaking in English language because all most all companies or firms are MNC’S (multi national companies)so this is first and foremost to be followed and then checking their capability through a written or screening test and selecting or hire the eligible persons for next rounds when it comes to HR ie human resources round before giving a offer letter to join the firm or company just have to deal with the most and main important factor that is pay package. If the candidate is fresher to field then according to company rules, here staffing unit has to follow and so for the experience ones on their previous experience.

Now the important factor for the firm is the security or being secured. firstly for newcomers or fresher’s to have an agreement for a time period till the project last in type of a signing a bond for some particular time may be months or year or keeping their original education certificate with company . For experience professional asking the valid reasons for quitting the previous company and releasing cum experience letters of that company. So when it comes to last part of this IT staffing. Showing the advantages of the firm for them like pick and drop facility, incentives, monthly parties in any 3 star or 5 star, shopping coupons if their work is genius or excellent overseas trips through company.

Also the disadvantage for them if they try to quit without any valid reasons. So this will process will mostly reduce the stress of the firm and also for staffing unit in IT staffing sector.

IT Staffing Services

About the Author

Staffing is nothing but selecting and training individuals for a specified job function or No of employed personal in an organization also called work force. Staffing in any firm is basic and necessary thing for a firm.

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Tips For Simple And Effective Burlary Prevention

Pierce — Mon, 10 Oct 2011 17:13:13 +0000

by randbfestival

Tips For Simple And Effective Burlary Prevention

Article by Jim Johnson

Burglaries happen all the time. They happen to all kinds of people, and they happen all over the world. The burglar is looking to get something valuable for free by just taking it out of your home and then usually selling it on the black market or to shady merchants for a fraction of what it is worth. Since the stolen merchandise costs them nothing to begin with, this arrangement works well for them. But it doesn’t work well for you, the home owner. So home security has become an important issue for many to help combat and even prevent burlary attempts in the first place.

There are some very effective methods that have been used in recent years to help improve home security and reduce the chances that your home will be selected as a possible target for an intrusion. If you put yourself in the mind of a burglar, you can begin to spot things that would either invite them into your home or cross your home off as not worth the effort. The easier that you make it for a burglar the higher your chances for having it happen. Conversely, the more difficult it is for a burglar to get in and out of your home quickly and easily without being seen, the less chance that you will ever have to deal with this problem.

One of the most effective methods of home security is a neighborhood watch program. Not one in name only, but a real, true participation by the neighbors in an area or on a street to police their own homes and keep an eye out for any suspicious behavior. If you are away from home, ask your neighbors to pick up your mail for you, or have it kept at the post office so it doesn’t begin to pile up and become obvious that your are away from home.

Having an automated system for turning on lights and appliances like a radio or television that can be heard, and making sure that they come on at random times is another good way to help give the impression that someone is indeed home even when you are not there for extended periods of time.

Another good practice is to keep your tools locked up in a shed, especially any ladders as they have often been used in burglaries to help gain access to upper windows that also may be left unlocked or even open. Keeping your own tools out of sight forces the burglar to have to bring their own, and the more they have to carry with them, the harder the job will be to accomplish.

So try to make a burglar’s job as hard as possible and you will be going a long way toward burglary prevention.

About the Author

Jim Johnson writes on many consumer related topics including home security. You can find out more about home security systems by visiting our Home Security Review website.

An Introduction To Security Cameras

Pierce — Sat, 08 Oct 2011 13:40:42 +0000

by treviño

An Introduction To Security Cameras

Article by Samantha Clark

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Top 4 Tips for Electronics Purchase

Pierce — Sat, 08 Oct 2011 01:14:18 +0000

by randbfestival

Top 4 Tips for Electronics Purchase

Article by Linda Song

Electronics purchase is very common nowadays, as electronics have penetrated every aspect of our lives and these gadgets are not immortal. Shopping for electronics is a daunting task. No matter you buy MP3 players, laptops, cameras, camcorders, or anything else, you have to consider multiple aspects, like their sizes, functionality, appearance, colors, etc. The following are the basics you need to double think for secure, smooth, and joyful purchase.

First, research guidance information. Once you decide what kind of electronics you intend to buy, look for such information like buying guides, tips, and skills – that could help you have a general understanding of the electronics items and the aspects you need to pay attention to for the purchase. Or else, you would be easily leaded by snake oil sellers of retail/wholesale electronics.

Second, be careful about new electronics stores online. Everyday, there are many new electronics stores appear, but you might know little about the store. Read the “about us” part carefully or directly ask sellers, almost every site offers this part as well as their contact information. You could also check through specific websites which give reviews plus rate to online business stores such as Bizrate.com and Ciao.co.uk.

Third, have a clear idea about what brand and model you wanna buy. Specific information like customer reviews and prices comparison is only available when you decide the exact type you want to buy. Those information not only gives other customers’ or experts’ opinions about the product, but also helps you save your budget maximally. But remember not to trust too good information, as that might be faked by the intended people.

Fourth, have a general understanding about the specification. That could make you look more professional when you purchase. If you know nothing about specification, sellers might treat you as the silly or you are more likely to buy the wrong products.

Those four tips work for any kind of electronics purchase and ensure you happy, worry-free shopping experience. Shop smartly and effectively from now.

About the Author

Linda Song, amateur writer and marketing employee of Actfind (http://www.actfind.com/), which is a wholesale electronics dropshipper.

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Pierce — Thu, 06 Oct 2011 09:12:58 +0000

by Chris Devers

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How To Turn Disadvantages Of A Reverse Mortgage To Your Advantage

Pierce — Wed, 05 Oct 2011 09:13:51 +0000

by DVIDSHUB

How To Turn Disadvantages Of A Reverse Mortgage To Your Advantage

Article by Keith Choy

When it comes to a reverse mortgage, wise consumers weigh the advantages and disadvantages prior to signing on the dotted line.

Let’s start on a positive note, you could do what most borrowers do and opt for the reverse mortgage line of credit. Just think about how you would then be able to draw on the loan whenever money is required for daily living expenses, medical bills, prescription costs, home repairs, etc. This could really enhance your retirement years including in-home care expenses in later years.

Furthermore, your new found income does not affect regular Social Security payments or Medicare benefits. And lenders cannot foreclose on the loan for the life of the borrower.

Okay, that’s all well and good but how do you turn the major disadvantages of a reverse mortgage into a positive one? It’s all in the perspective. For every negative there is a positive to obtaining this loan.

It’s true a reverse mortgage loan may affect your eligibility for state and federal government assistance programs such as Medicaid but it also gives you an important financial cushion and does not (as mentioned above) affect your regular Social Security payments or Medicare benefits.

You also have no monthly payments to make. Granted, the amount you owe continues to grow larger over time but you also have more cash on hand to enhance the quality of your current lifestyle. Look at it this way, you will now have all the money you need (and want). After all, it’s your money. True, you won’t have the full selling price of your home to leave your loved ones but if they’re financially sound in their own right, do they really need a substantial inheritance?

Furthermore with the new found cash, you could re-invest into other income-generating streams such as stock and option trading. But that would be another story with its own pros and cons.

It all comes down to what’s important to you, what your current financial needs are and if leaving money to heirs is something you feel you need or want to do.

To take a look at the basics of a reverse mortgage tips and info, get more details from http://www.wealthmountains.com/finance/reverse-mortgage-tips-info.htm

About the Author

This article is part of the resources, guides and tools dedicated to your financial successes found on Keith Choy’s WealthMountains Site. Visit his site at http://www.wealthmountains.com/finance

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10 Feng Shui Tips For A Better Life

Pierce — Tue, 04 Oct 2011 21:16:04 +0000

by US Army Africa

10 Feng Shui Tips For A Better Life

Article by Charles Chang

Have you ever walked into a house that somehow just felt more like a home? Perhaps you’ve looked back fondly on a year where everything just seemed to come together for you. You may have often wondered what it was about that time or that place that made you feel like everything just clicked. Probably you passed it off as coincidence; being in the right place at the right time. What you might not have considered is that it may be have Feng Shui at work for you.

Feng Shui (pronounced fung schway) is, in simple terms, the ancient Chinese Art and Science of placing things in our immediate environment in such a way as to improve our health, balance, security, and prosperity. It has been a carefully guarded secret for most of the last 3000 years. Now, anyone can enjoy the benefits of Feng Shui in their own home or workplace. Many businesses, home owners, decorators, and architects, make Feng Shui a part of their everyday lives.

How you use Feng Shui can go from the complicated to the very simple. It is best to start with what you are comfortable with and go from there. If all you feel up to is decorating one room with good Feng Shui, then that is fine. Some people even buy their home keeping many Feng Shui ideals in mind.

The key to good Feng Shui is in the movement and flow of energy, or Qi (pronounced chee.) Here are ten quick tips you can use to improve the flow and use of Qi in your life:

1) Remove your shoes before you enter a home. This leaves your problems outside the home.
2) Make sure to prepare and enjoy one meal per day at the table as a family.
3) Keep knives put away in a drawer or cupboard. Do not display them, even in a block.
4) When sitting or standing in a home or office, always face the door or its reflection.
5) Keep your bathroom and laundry room doors closed. Also keep the toilet seat down.
6) Never sleep under white blankets.
7) Arrange your bedroom such that you do not sleep with your feet pointing towards the door.
Arrange your bed so that you are not sleeping next to a wall with a meter box in it.
9) If you front door is directly in line with the front door of the house opposite you, place a Ba Gua mirror above the front door to reflect the image.
10) It is never acceptable to have a Ba Gua mirror in the house, they are much too powerful.

Many of these tips are considered common sense, which should make them that much simpler to integrate into your daily life. Which of these Feng Shui Tips will mean the most to you in terms of your sense of balance and harmony within your home will depend on you as an individual. Some tips will make a lot of difference for you, but perhaps not as much for other members of your family.

These Feng Shui tips are really just the tip of the iceberg. There are many more ways to enlighten your environment and improve the flow of Qi in your home. Start with these tips as they will make a world of difference. Then you can progress and improve the Feng Shui of your home at your own pace.

About the Author

Charles Chang is a Feng Shui enthusiast and author. He enjoys helping others learn feng shui through his articles and website.

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Overcome These 3 Buying Obstacles And Increase Your Sales

Pierce — Sun, 02 Oct 2011 13:12:32 +0000

by The Library of Congress

Overcome These 3 Buying Obstacles And Increase Your Sales

Article by Bob Leduc

OVERCOME THESE 3 BUYING OBSTACLES
AND INCREASE YOUR SALES
Copyright 2002 Bob Leduc

Do you know how may sales you lose from customers who
almost buy from you? Losing “almost customers” is a major
source of lost income for most businesses. But few are
aware of the problem and even fewer employ a strategy to
prevent this unnecessary loss of income.

Here are the 3 major buying obstacles that cause paying
customers to become “almost customers”…and how you can
easily overcome each obstacle.

1. PROCRASTINATION

Many prospective customers procrastinate after they decide
to buy from you. The benefit they gain from using your
product or service fades in their memory as time passes.
Other things distract them and they soon forget about you.
Procrastination converts your paying customer into another
“almost customer”…causing you to lose the sale.

You can avoid losing these sales by rewarding customers for
taking immediate action and penalizing them if they do not.
For example, create the best irresistible offer you can
afford. Include a specific expiration date. Give your
prospects the option of accepting your offer now or
forfeiting it. This will motivate many procrastinators to
buy now so they don’t miss your special offer.

2. LOW PRIORITY

Some prospective customers don’t buy from you because they
place a higher priority on spending their money for
something else. You can save many of these “almost
customers” by motivating them to make your product or
service their first priority.

One way to boost the priority level of your product or
service in your prospective customer’s mind is to dramatize
the good feeling they will enjoy when they use it. For
example, a financial planner can describe what it feels
like to enjoy an affluent lifestyle without debt. Or a
network marketing recruiter can describe what it feels like
to work at home without a boss.

The irresistible offer I described above for overcoming
procrastination also helps overcome the “low priority”
obstacle. It motivates many “almost customers” to move your
product or service ahead of other purchases so they can
take advantage of your special offer before it expires.

3. DISTRUST

Many prospects are “almost customers” because they are
skeptical of your promises. They bought things in the past
that did not produce the promised results. They don’t want
to risk repeating that experience. Some ways you can
overcome the obstacle of distrust include:

** Eliminate their risk of loss. Offer an unconditional
money back guarantee if your customer does not get the
results he or she expects.

** Prove your record of delivering what you promise.
Provide testimonials from satisfied customers as evidence
you lived up to your promises in the past.

** Provide your customers with direct access to you in
person or by phone if they have a problem. Prospective
customers feel secure and are more likely to buy when they
know they can talk with a real person.

TIP: Direct access to a real person is especially effective
for overcoming distrust when marketing on the Internet
where entire transactions can occur without any personal
contact. Many online sales are lost to distrust because a
web site does not provide the name of any real person or a
phone number to reach a real person at the business.

You probably lose more income than you realize from
customers who almost buy from you. The 3 major buying
obstacles of procrastination, low priority and distrust
cause you to lose these sales. Apply the tactics revealed
in this article to overcome these 3 obstacles…and
convert your “almost customers” into profitable paying
customers.

Bob Leduc is a Sales Consultant with 30 years experience in
building successful businesses. He just released a revised
and completely updated New Edition of his manual, “How To
Build Your Small Business Fast With Simple Postcards”, and
several other publications to help small businesses grow
and prosper. Email: BobLeduc@aol.com Subject: “Postcards”
Phone: 702-658-1707 after 10 AM Pacific Time/Las Vegas, NV

About the Author

Bob Leduc is a Sales Consultant with 30 years experience in
building successful businesses. He just released a revised
and completely updated New Edition of his manual, “How To
Build Your Small Business Fast With Simple Postcards”, and
several other publications to help small businesses grow
and prosper. Email: BobLeduc@aol.com Subject: “Postcards”
Phone: 702-658-1707 after 10 AM Pacific Time/Las Vegas, NV