Networks Now is pleased to announce that we have now moved into the managed services arena. This means that our current and new clients can experience even greater peace of mind knowing that we are on the job whenever they are. The ability to provide proactive services will not only improve your overall business systems it will also give you certainty about your costs and productivity.
Contact us now to find out how we can make your life easier and more efficient.
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Wednesday, January 05, 2011
Friday, July 09, 2010
Wireless Networking - Sydney
By now we are all aware of the advantages and convenience of a wireless network at home. You can setup your computer anywhere within your home and easily add additional computers no matter what room there in. With this convenience also comes some danger and I am amazed that there isn’t more public education on this subject.
An unsecured wireless network (or a poorly setup one) can pose a very serious and real threat to its unsuspecting user. There are a multitude of tools readily available on the internet to help anyone hack a computer, log keystrokes or take control. With an unsecured wireless network the task of the would be hacker is made all too easy. It’s like leaving your front door wide open and a big sign out the front saying take what you want! Every wireless router broadcasts its name (unless it's turned off) and whether it is "open" or "secured". While you would think that secured is good, I'm here to tell you that it's not necessarily the case.
Like all technology today it is time saving, convenient and in the wrong hands dangerous. As with most things, if it's not what you do for a living then it's best to pay someone who does. As an example, if I were a hacker then some of my options when I find an unsecured network are; connect and download something illegal (because no one will ever find me, they'll find you) scan your network, connect to your computer or computers and load a key logger on there so I can get your passwords (internet banking etc) load a back door so that I can then connect to you computer when ever I want and do whatever I want. If you think that sounds bad...it is and they are only some of the things that could happen. I would strongly advise everyone with a wireless network to make sure that it properly secured and if you have any doubt seek the services of a computer expert. Remember most of us access our bank accounts via the internet!!!!
If you require help Networks Now Pty Ltd can assist in a number of ways. If you are in Sydney then we can come to you, if not then we can do it remotely. We also have a free support forum where we can answer your questions for you.
This is an issue you should take very seriously and if you have any doubts get it checked.
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An unsecured wireless network (or a poorly setup one) can pose a very serious and real threat to its unsuspecting user. There are a multitude of tools readily available on the internet to help anyone hack a computer, log keystrokes or take control. With an unsecured wireless network the task of the would be hacker is made all too easy. It’s like leaving your front door wide open and a big sign out the front saying take what you want! Every wireless router broadcasts its name (unless it's turned off) and whether it is "open" or "secured". While you would think that secured is good, I'm here to tell you that it's not necessarily the case.
Like all technology today it is time saving, convenient and in the wrong hands dangerous. As with most things, if it's not what you do for a living then it's best to pay someone who does. As an example, if I were a hacker then some of my options when I find an unsecured network are; connect and download something illegal (because no one will ever find me, they'll find you) scan your network, connect to your computer or computers and load a key logger on there so I can get your passwords (internet banking etc) load a back door so that I can then connect to you computer when ever I want and do whatever I want. If you think that sounds bad...it is and they are only some of the things that could happen. I would strongly advise everyone with a wireless network to make sure that it properly secured and if you have any doubt seek the services of a computer expert. Remember most of us access our bank accounts via the internet!!!!
If you require help Networks Now Pty Ltd can assist in a number of ways. If you are in Sydney then we can come to you, if not then we can do it remotely. We also have a free support forum where we can answer your questions for you.
This is an issue you should take very seriously and if you have any doubts get it checked.
Try our FREE support forum http://bit.ly/forum-blogspot or sign up for our monthly newsletter at http://bit.ly/1NMJWD
Thursday, December 10, 2009
December Newsletter
Check out our December newsletter and see how you can improve your productivity and reduce costs, significantly.
Monday, November 02, 2009
Windows 7 and Internet usage
Our November Newsletter has been posted includes important information about Windows 7 and understanding your Internet usage. Go to http://www.networksnow.com.au and check the newsletter archieve
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Sunday, October 25, 2009
Cloud computing and how it can save SME's big $$$
While we have all heard about Cloud computing rarely does it have any practical information about what makes it a winner. In the case of small to medium enterprises it can be a major benefit. If you were to look at an SME's critical systems ie. Mail server and financials typically these reside on a server or servers that require all the normal things like power, support and upgrading. You then need to do things like create firewall rules to allow remote access for users, creating security risks. Before you say it, I agree that SME's are not typically targeted by hackers, but then no single site usually is.
When you look at the total costs of acquiring the hardware and software, power, security, upgrades etc it becomes very costly and ineffective for an SME, as they don't have the luxury of in house IT staff or the buying power.
We are working closely with some of the best Cloud services to provide a flexible easily managed business environment for our clients. Box hugging should be eliminated from your psyche, the cost and inflexibility of old style IT may still work for the big end of town but SME's need to be creative, flexible and agile to prosper against large corporates.
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When you look at the total costs of acquiring the hardware and software, power, security, upgrades etc it becomes very costly and ineffective for an SME, as they don't have the luxury of in house IT staff or the buying power.
We are working closely with some of the best Cloud services to provide a flexible easily managed business environment for our clients. Box hugging should be eliminated from your psyche, the cost and inflexibility of old style IT may still work for the big end of town but SME's need to be creative, flexible and agile to prosper against large corporates.
Try our FREE support forum http://myforum.networksnow.com.au or sign up for our monthly newsletter at http://www.networksnow.com.au
Friday, October 09, 2009
Newsletter
I've just add a page to hold our monthly newsletters. If there is a topic you would like discuss just email us via our contact us page.
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Thursday, October 08, 2009
Everything is done
Our new site is up and running. Take a look and sign up for our monthly newsletter with tips and tricks for all computer issues. You can also go to our FREE computer and networking forum.
We look forward to helping you soon.
Andrew Jennings
We look forward to helping you soon.
Andrew Jennings
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