Top Tips for Consumers and Businesses to Stay Safe Online this Holiday Season

December 14th, 2022 Posted by Life and Culture, Security & Surveillance, Small and Medium-Sized Businesses (SMBs), Technology 0 thoughts on “Top Tips for Consumers and Businesses to Stay Safe Online this Holiday Season”

“Want to stay safer online this season? These valuable tips will help guide the way!”

Glenn Baruck, eDot


Happy Holidays! It’s that festive season when consumers and retailers become even more attractive to hackers. The last few months of the year are infamous for an uptick in criminal activity as the bad actors look for new and creative ways to steal your information or gain access to it via databases at retailers and shopping sites.

While we’re in the holiday spirit, cybercriminals are chomping at the bit to exploit relaxed attitudes as consumers and organizations feel a sense of being off duty for the holidays. To help you avoid becoming a victim, spiceworks.com Assistant Editor Sumeet Wadhwani puts forward an informative piece filled with tips on staying safe online this holiday season.


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15 Cool Stocking Stuffers For Techies

December 12th, 2022 Posted by Life and Culture, Small and Medium-Sized Businesses (SMBs), Technology 0 thoughts on “15 Cool Stocking Stuffers For Techies”

“Up your geek game with these high-tech stocking stuffers!”

Glenn Baruck, The eDot Family of Companies


Those last-minute stocking stuffers constantly challenge your creativity as you whittle down the items from your holiday shopping list. Look no further if you’re shopping for your favorite techie or want to include something unique this year! Author and techie/tech expert Wade Tyler Millward from crn.com has put together a list that will make you a gift-giving superstar!


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How to Build a Strong Access Control Cabling Foundation

December 7th, 2022 Posted by Security & Surveillance, Small and Medium-Sized Businesses (SMBs), Technology 0 thoughts on “How to Build a Strong Access Control Cabling Foundation”

“A reliable access control system begins with a solid foundation.”

Glenn Baruck, Chicago Voice & Data


While it may not be sexy, building a solid access control system that will deliver reliable performance and protection while delivering a good ROI requires a strong cabling foundation. In this article, Daniel D. Dunar from securityinfowatch.com provides some background on system devices and, most importantly, expert advice on cable evaluation for long-term, reliable performance. Without this insight, you will be at the mercy of the access control installation company, which may or may not try to cut corners to increase profits at your expense!


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Home Internet Cheat Sheet: Got Questions? 

December 6th, 2022 Posted by Life and Culture, Security & Surveillance, Small and Medium-Sized Businesses (SMBs), Technology 0 thoughts on “Home Internet Cheat Sheet: Got Questions? ”

“Home internet is more critical than ever before. If you have questions, this cheat sheet likely has the answers!”

Glenn Baruck, The eDot Family of Companies


So, maybe you now work from home or have a hybrid work arrangement. Or perhaps you are just curious about your home internet service and the many questions that arise, ranging from making your connection faster to saving money on your service.

Is this you? If yes, then you’re in the right place! In this incredibly informative article, technology expert Trey Paul from cnet.com provides insight into many questions you have about your home internet service but do not know who to ask.


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Why cyber insurance protection is mission-critical for your business.

November 29th, 2022 Posted by Security & Surveillance, Small and Medium-Sized Businesses (SMBs), Technology 0 thoughts on “Why cyber insurance protection is mission-critical for your business.”

“Cyber insurance is now necessary for almost all businesses. See how you can help control these costs!”

Glenn Baruck, Chicago Voice & Data


Cybersecurity continues to be one of the top concerns for businesses as ransomware and other types of cyberattacks continue to surge. At the same time, cyber insurance has become a mission-critical part of cybersecurity. Unfortunately, with cyber insurance gaining importance and cyberattacks increasing, cyber insurance premiums are also rising.

Business owners can take some solace in that, according to securitymagazine.com author Neil Jones, there are simple things that organizations can do to minimize cyber insurance premium increases. Jones outlines some potentially money-saving strategies to help control these rising premiums in this educational article.


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20 Cool Gadget Gift Ideas For Techies: 2022 Holiday Gift Guide

November 28th, 2022 Posted by Life and Culture, Technology 0 thoughts on “20 Cool Gadget Gift Ideas For Techies: 2022 Holiday Gift Guide”

“If you’re shopping for a techie, you could probably use some professional gift ideas!”

Glenn Baruck, The eDot Family of Companies


We all know a techie or two that we need to find the perfect gift for this year. That said, sometimes what we think they would love does not compute with their definition of cool! Have no fear; here is an excellent list of perfect techie gifts from a professional techie, Shane Snider, from crn.com!


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