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Tim O'Connor

Recent Posts

Users are Psychologically Influenced to Leak More Data Through Smart Phones

Since about 2015, mobile devices (smart phones and tablets) have outsold desktop operating systems. The trend away from traditional computers (laptops and workstations) toward mobile devices continues to widen each year1. The so-called “mobile wars” 

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How You Can Keep “Unstoppable” USB Exploits From Destroying Your Business

When I am doing informal risk analysis for things like designing a Security Awareness Program for clients, it is not uncommon for the client to suggest removing USB/removable storage usage training from the program. The typical reasoning for this is...

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Long Live the End Point! 4 Business Advantages That Keep This Tech Relevant

I first became a “Certified Expert” in end point management back in 1994 when I was doing design, installation, and consulting work with Microsoft’s Systems Management Server (SMS). During this time, industry forecasters were saying that the...

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The Cadre Connect - Quick Tips

Here is a quick tip for remote workers.

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What's My Hacker Name?

Written by Tim O'Connor - AKA "King The Silly Flashdrive"

Your actions on social media could inadvertently result in a friend or family member losing their home or car. If you want to avoid this, please read this entire article.

I keep seeing...

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8 Tips for Cybersecure Holiday Shopping

The holiday sales season is a boon for many retailers but also for cyber criminals. Many of the things weshould do to protect ourselves, our families, and our businesses during the holidays are the same practices we should use throughout the year....

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How to Avoid the 4 Top Security Cons in 2020

Your bank account has been emptied by your phone, you are not getting that promotion and you are the victim of Sextortion. Forget about the best streaming dramas of 2019; do you want to know the top four con-games that might hit you in 2020?

Yes,...

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