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Since the majority of businesses are still working remotely, more professionals than ever before have had the chance to pack a suitcase and work from anywhere in the world with Wi-Fi. Whether you have employees working in Florida, Hawaii, or at home here in Pittsburgh, our Hosted Phone system by 3CX will make daily communication and organization a breeze. Don’t stress about the hiccups that come from working remotely, and invest in our Hosted Phone system today!... http://bit.ly/pgh-networks-contact-us

Meet Rick Magill, our new Help Desk Technician who recently joined us this past May! He is currently working towards a Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity and is looking forward to new experiences available in information systems. He has always loved the wide spectrum that a career in IT has to offer and has a special passion for information and network security. Outside of work, you will find Rick reading and learning about different forms of technology or spending time with his wife and daughter!

June is the month of summer, sun, and safety! To kick off #NationalSafetyMonth, we dedicate #TechTuesday to safety! Each Tuesday in June we will share a cyber safety tip that is critical for your company to follow, starting with the importance of protecting and updating your systems! Updating your business systems with the appropriate antivirus and antispyware software could save your data from being stolen. Be sure to adjust your settings so updates install automatically on ...your device. #SafetyMonth

Happy Memorial Day! We hope you spend today with family and friends honoring those who have served. #MemorialDay

Last fall in November 2020, Microsoft Teams rolled out the AI-based real-time noise suppression for all Windows users, and it will now be available on MAC! This feature automatically removes background noise from your meetings. Users have the ability to set the noise suppression level before a meeting. #MicrosoftUpdates

Securely backing up your data, info, and files ensures that even if your device were to fail or be lost, you could still access information through a backed up software system. Do you need to backup your info? Get started by checking out the following links: For PC users: https://support.microsoft.com//back-up-and-restore-your-pc ... For Mac users: https://support.apple.com/mac-backup

We’re starting a new series titled, People of PGH to help you get to know our one-of-a-kind tech family. Our first featured team member is the one and only, Greg Pack! He is a Managing Partner and the Co-Founder of PGH.... As the co-founder, Greg has been with us since day one (May 2, 2013 to be exact). He does all of his own home remodeling and improvements. #PeopleofPGH

Why would you use any other form of storage when you could store all of your data in a system that is secure and accessible from any place and any time? Our Cloud Computing system is perfect for businesses who have employees who are on-the-go, working remotely, or enjoy simplicity. Contact us to learn more about our Cloud Computing services: http://bit.ly/pgh-networks-contact-us

Our Hosted Phone solution by 3CX provides numerous benefits that apply to creating an optimal remote work atmosphere. If you’re interested in implementing our Hosted Phone system into your company, contact us today: http://bit.ly/pgh-networks-contact-us

Since 2004, Safer Internet Day has been used to raise awareness of emerging online issues and current concerns from phishing scams to cyber bullying. Show your support for a safer internet by using your privacy settings, being aware of what you click on, and being kind!

A deep clean of your computer hard drive does more than just save storage space, it can also help your computer: Perform faster Detect junk files more easily Remove viruses and malwares through a full system scan... Rid your folders of trash files that may contain viruses and infect your computer if not removed right away #NationalCleanUpYourComputerDay

For anyone who has forgotten: Remote working is still, and will continue to be, very relevant. 1 in 4 Americans have no plans to return to their brick and mortar location in 2021. Working from home has its positives, but without a well-functioning communication system like our 3CX Hosted Phone solution, the negatives become very apparent. Learn more about how a Hosted Phone system can bring efficiency and ease to remote communicationt: https://bit.ly/pgh-networks-business-communication

You probably have heard of cyber criminals and maybe even malware, but online threats come in many shapes and sizes with some unusual names. Today, we want to introduce you to six online threats that you should be on the lookout for. 1. Worm - This is a dangerous self-replicating computer program which uses a computer network to send copies of itself to other computers on the same network. They almost always cause some sort of damage to a network.... 2. Spyware - The online threat that can also be potentially used as legitimate software. This threat monitors a user’s online activity and collects various personal info (internet surfing habits, etc.) in the background. 3. Malware - An all encompassing term for all malicious software that is installed without your consent. This includes viruses, worms and Trojan horses. 4. Phishing - If you have ever received an illegitimate email, you’ve been phished. This is a type of identity theft that occurs through email and websites, designed to steal your personal info or data. 5. Viruses - Harmful computer programs that are designed to spread from one computer to another and interfere with computer operations. It can corrupt or delete the data on your computer. 6. Trojan Horse - In line with its name, this destructive computer program disguises itself as a benign file or app (.jpg or .doc), then opens the backdoor or access to your PC without your knowledge. See more

Last week, we had the privilege of hosting Brian Dykstra of Atlantic Data Forensics as the speaker for our Lunchbox Leaders Bonus Episode. Brian spoke on the topic of the Business Impact on Cybersecurity in the age of COVID. If you missed this eye-opening and engaging bonus episode, don't worry! We have a recap blog for you to read where you can see Brian's highlights. Check it out!

Today we want to honor and thank those who selflessly and courageously fought for our country, our veterans. Thank you for your sacrifice and making our freedom a possibility!

Next time you're on a research spree collecting news on your favorite celeb, be sure to check if they are on McAfee’s Most Dangerous Celebrities to Search Online. Did you know that there are certain celebrities who tend to have more malware and cyber activity connected to their name searches? It’s true! So be sure to check if your favorite celeb to search has made the list this time around.... https://roguerocket.com/2020/10/07/mcafees-most-dangerous/ See more

8 months ago when this pandemic period began, @Cybercrime Magazine put together a helpful and informative 24 question cybersecurity pop quiz for all business employees who were sent home to work remotely. They most likely did not realize that this quiz would still be just as necessary in November, but since it is, we thought we would share! Download Cybercrime Magazine’s free pop quiz to discover if you are working remotely in a cyber-safe fashion: https://1c7fab3im83f5gqiow2qqs2k-wpengine.netdna-ssl.com//

It’s always worth a shot