Tag Archives: data security

If I have confidential information on my computer system, what questions should I ask of the donation recipients regarding data destruction?

Posted on August 14, 2011 by computerusage

If you have decided to donate some of your unused computer equipment, one of the first things you will want to do is make sure any confidential information is deleted from your hard drive. If you accidentally leave any compromising … Continue reading →

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Sony Taking Additional Steps to Secure Client Data

Posted on July 13, 2011 by computerusage

The Sony PlayStation Network was taken offline on April 20, 2011 after being hacked. The network stayed down nearly a full month. Customers and lawmakers began the barrage of negative criticism both online and offline. In response, Sony introduced their … Continue reading →

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Sony Pulls the Plug – Sony PlayStation Network Deemed Unsecure

Posted on April 29, 2011 by computerusage

You can’t hide security issues very long in today’s world. Sony allegedly has known for quite some time that their PlayStation Network was open to compromising the credit card and personal information of its online subscribers. A lawsuit has recently … Continue reading →

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Stop Filling Central Florida Landfills with Computers and Electronics

Posted on April 28, 2011 by computerusage

Just about every business today uses computers and electronics of some type. Many of these items are only in use for three to five years before they become useless from a production standpoint. At the same time, more and more … Continue reading →

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Is Your iPhone Data Secure?

Posted on April 26, 2011 by computerusage

You may not have known it, but your iPhone may be your best alibis or star witness. Of course, that assumes you take your phone with you everywhere. Apple made big news this week when it was discovered that the … Continue reading →

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