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New Email Tricks/Scams/Viruses
by Patrick Rardin in Technology
A new and even trickier email scam seems to be traveling around these days so please be cautious and alert. Whenever Fall seems to be arriving, the increase in these types of deceptions resurge. As always keep alert for so-called package tracking tricks allegedly from shippers’ with an attachment or otherwise.
The latest round carries a note which includes your legitimate web address or email address, making it seem really authentic. Here are some samples of the types of wording you might see:
1): A Package For You
2): Tracking information on your gift
3): Official looking Microsoft Email telling you there are issues with your email acount
You may receive either of these types of messages or something with slightly different wording. PLEASE DO NOT click on the links in these messages. DELETE the message immediately. If you have any question regarding the nature of these emails PLEASE contact us here at Eagle Feather Enterprises.
It is important to note that neither Eagle Feather Enterprises, nor any of your web design associates, web hosting providers, or email hosting providers would send out an email like this with active links in them without notifying you in advance of such or any change that would require interaction.
This is how they trick you and get either viruses in your computer or an increase in SPAM in your email. Always be cautious and remember, when in doubt call us, Eagle Feather Enterprises, your trusted computer technology and security advisors.
Read moreIdentity Theft
by Patrick Rardin in News, Technology
There are a lot of questions surrounding this “Hot” topic of the day and it is a topic of serious concern. I am often asked “Is this a serious threat?” to which I always answer with a resounding YES!
First of all what exactly is Identity Theft? The clearest definitions circulating are quite simply; Identity Theft is an illegal use of third parties personal information (ex. Social Security Number) to obtain financial gain.
Read moreChoosing a Backup Solution and Storage Device
by Patrick Rardin in News, Technology
Tape drives were the leading technology used by organizations for backup and archiving. However, the slow speed and low capacity of tape drives on the market make alternative choices a no brainer. How do you select a backup solution that satisfies your needs without blowing the budget? The following are just some of the main factors to consider.
Read moreEmail Etiquette
by Patrick Rardin in News, Technology
Think of e-mail as a permanent record, just like a paper memo. Remember that it is also not private. Despite their perceived disposability, e-mail messages should be kept official and professional:
Read moreIOS 9, a true TGIF Gift!
by Patrick Rardin in iPhone, Mac’s, Technology
September 18, 2015
PEEKSKILL, NY
Greetings my dear friends!
I was up at 5 AM yesterday upgrading a variety of Apple IOS devices (different age, models and sizes) to test for this review. When I say devices I am focusing on the main iPhones and iPads.
Read moreTwas The Night Before Windows 10 – A Christmas in July Story
by Patrick Rardin in Technology
Twas the night before the release of Windows 10, and not a creature was stirring not even an infrared mouse! So I crept to my computer quietly and carefully and I began my venture into an early test of Windows 10!
I didn’t really want to be the Grinch who stole Christmas (and that’s exactly the way I felt) when I sent out my emails, telling everyone not to upgrade to Windows 10. I also contacted many of you by phone alerting you to the dangers and risks of installing Windows 10, and again I felt like a Grinch, telling a child Christmas morning, not to open up his new present.
How To Out Scam The Scammers!
by Patrick Rardin in PC’s, Technology
Thursday, June 4, 2015
Peekskill, NY
We have seen many frauds lately and as usual, I want to help YOU from being a victim.
Know this, scammers know marketing too! They make every effort to make their scam or virus appeal to you. They are no different than a fast food chain that makes that melty cheese provocatively pull away from the pizza and you have to have it–NOW! So, here’s where we can help.
Read moreIn The Headlines – Point-of-Sale Security
by Patrick Rardin in Mac’s, PC’s, Technology
So you are in the midst of your Summer Vacation or still planning it, right? Well, perhaps, many of you heard recent headline’s like ours above, or perhaps not. Today there was more news about security breaches in *Point-of-Sale (POS) Processing devices. Here is just one of those recent articles in the news: http://www.pcworld.com/article/2455780/aloha-pointofsale-terminal-sold-on-ebay-yields-security-surprises.html
Read morePatrick’s Top Ten Productivity *Apps
by Patrick Rardin in iPhone, Mac’s, PC’s, Technology
Productivity is indeed a buzzword these days, however, it is my intent to really help you out with a great start to 2014. To that end, I present my personal Top TEN List:
Read moreApple’s New iOS 6 Review
by Patrick Rardin in iPhone, Technology
Peekskill October 5, 2012
Remembering Steve and Reviewing Apple’s new iOS 6.0
It is hard to believe that today marks one year since the passing of Steve Jobs, founder of Apple. So much can be said, has been said, and will be said about how great he was, how awful he was, and how inventive he was so I really don’t need to re-hash any of that here. My thoughts are on the fact that he was a person, albeit with quirks, that made an attempt to improve the world around him. To me, there is no doubt that this he did, and well. Did he make a profit in the process? You betcha! But he also gave back.
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