MyTek IT Blog Posts
MyTek has been serving the Arizona area since 2009, providing Phoenix IT Support such as technical helpdesk support, computer support, and technology consulting to growing Phoenix businesses. As part of that commitment we have put together the MyTek IT blog.
We work hard to stay up-to-date on the ever changing business technology landscape to ensure you get the most advanced and high quality service from us. That is why we have this blog to help you keep a pulse on what is going on in the information technology world, but also anything that will help your business run smoother.
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Tip of the Week: 3 Ways to a Faster Boot Time
Your time is valuable, so you don’t have time to waste on waiting for your Windows operating system to boot up. In the interest of saving time, today’s tip will go over three ways to speed up your Windows 10 boot time. Of course, you should always check with IT to make sure it is okay before you...
The Equifax Saga Continues as More Victims are Discovered
As though the initial news of Equifax’s 2017 data exposure wasn’t bad enough, it has been discovered that there are even more victims than previously thought. While news like this is never good, it can bring a silver lining if the opportunities that such news presents are seized. A Refresher Many...
Updates and Patches are Critical to Your Infrastructure’s Security
When you get a new device, you’re getting more than just the physical device and whatever software is currently installed on it. You’re also getting any updates and patches that the manufacturer and software developers release. However, many users neglect to incorporate these key improvements....
Tech Term: What are Proxy Servers?
While proxy server is a tech term that is frequently cited, it is not understood by a vast majority of people. Today we will describe what a proxy server is, and why organizations like yours use them. What is a Proxy Server? Simply put, a proxy server is a computer that acts as an intermediary...
FREE Printout: Dos and Don’ts of IT Security
The following guide is designed to be used by business owners and office managers as an educational resource to establish some basic IT security best practices in the workplace. Feel free to print it out and hand it out or post it in common areas. You work on important things. Let’s all work...
Can You Spot the Signs of a Malicious Link?
The Internet is notorious for being a minefield of threats, many of which lurk hidden behind innocent-looking links. In order to go about business safely, you need to be able to identify which links you can click; and, which should be skipped. Unfortunately, spotting fraudulent links isn’t an...
Tip of the Week: Is Spam Ruining Your Email?
You don’t need us to tell you that it’s extremely dangerous to hand out information to just anyone that contacts your business. This is important to keep in mind, especially considering how the majority of threats can be sent via email. You’ll likely encounter situations where you need to consider...
How to Avoid the Pitfalls of Public Wi-Fi
Someday, you’re going to encounter a situation where you absolutely need Wi-Fi and the only option will be a public connection. This becomes rather problematic, as a public Wi-Fi connection is far from secure for business purposes. A method to maximize productivity without compromising security is...
Four Things Your Antivirus Fights
Does your business need an antivirus solution to keep threats out of your network? It’s a simple question with a simple answer, but some companies still don’t see the need for antivirus software on their computers. They might think they are immune, but hackers know the truth--and it’s all too...
Tech Term: Understanding HTML and Plain Text
During your time around computers, chances are high that you’ve heard the phrase “plain text” and the acronym “HTML” tossed around when it comes to your email. If you aren’t sure what these statements refer to, we’re here to help. Today, we’ll examine both HTML and plain text to produce a better...