Statistics from the State Law Enforcement Division show the property crime rate in South Carolina has been steadily declining since 2011, including in each of the counties within FTC’s service territory. Unfortunately, homeowners can never entirely eliminate the possibility of a break-in, especially when away on vacation. But with the best modern security systems, homeowners […]
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Proper internet security for a business requires multiple layers of features designed to protect all internet-connected devices associated with the business. While business owners might look to more obvious vulnerabilities like shared public WiFi or office computers, all digital touchpoints should be considered, including Point of Sale systems, websites and any other data collected from […]
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Most employees know to be careful when clicking on emails they receive from unfamiliar senders. But as cybercriminals and their tactics become more sophisticated, recognizing a scam has grown more challenging while the threats and consequences of these tactics have grown exponentially. What Are Cybersecurity Threats? The main cybersecurity threats are phishing scams, social engineering […]
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VoIP is an alternative way to make and receive telephone calls, using the internet instead of the public telephone network. Also known as “internet telephony” or “IP telephone” because of its use of internet communication wires, VoIP is an abbreviation for Voice over Internet Protocol. The technology has been around for a while and most […]
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Even before the global pandemic increased demand for Zoom, Skype, Google Meet, and a host of other top videoconferencing applications, the videoconference was already a staple of the 21st-century office. After all, virtual meetings are the foundation of telecommuting, which was picking up steam before COVID-19 came along. Videoconferences shine when they allow team members […]
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Used to connect consumers’ smartphones, tablets and computers — as well as televisions, video doorbells, air-conditioning systems, door locks and lots more — to the digital world, the internet has become a near-ubiquitous part of modern life. And while many Americans have heard of Gig internet, which is among the fastest connection speeds offered nationwide, […]
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