When your company has a server that runs well, gives you no trouble, and you practically forget it is there doing its job silently: you wonder, “why upgrade?” And the answer has become simple, “you must, it’s time.” For any number of reasons (security foremost) it is time to upgrade before the January deadline. Remedium […]
“Air-Gap” Your Backups of Windows 7 and Server 2008 Data Before End Of Life
Providing and “Air-Gap” for your backup storage is a simple procedure. All you do is physically isolate the medium/device from your network and internet access. Unplugging your network cable, or removing the media from the device is a simple procedure that gives you incredible protection from ransomware and other exploits. In the next 3 months, […]
Security Benefits of Windows 10 vs Windows 7
Remedium Systems is often asked why Windows 10 is better. It is a very broad question to deal with effectively, but what it comes down to for most: better security and protection. The last thing we want to worry about is malware on our computers. Many avoid even thinking about it as much as possible, […]
Vulnerable Operating Systems, Antiransomware, And Backups
As many of our readers know, Microsoft has released several security related patches these last 2 months. These patches address a wide range of exploits that are often targeted by ransomware attacks. Some of the most vulnerable systems are still running Windows 7 and Server 2008. If you find yourself in the position of running […]
Windows 7 Migration to Windows 10 – Microsoft FastTrack Service or Not?
After a recent conversation it was brought to our attention that Microsoft is advertising their FastTrack migration plan as a free method to help companies move on from Windows 7 by the end of the year deadline. For small-to-medium businesses this plan isn’t free unfortunately. If you are buying less than 150 licenses, you will […]
Server 2008 Extended Support Coming To An End
Not only is Windows 7 support coming to an end in January, but Server 2008 is also reaching the end of Extended Support. Many companies still have installations of Server 2008 onsite. Running applications and hosting databases, as well as the typical roles of print server and file server. It is now time to assess […]
Support For Windows 7 Is Nearing The End
Chances are your computer has already warned you, “After 10 years, support for Windows 7 is nearing the end.” And then, you checked the tiny little box, “Do not remind me again.” What does the end of support mean? It means that Microsoft will no longer provide security and software updates, leaving your operating system […]
5G Networks – Is 2019 Too Early To Hop On?
This last weekend saw a flurry of early-bird announcements ahead of CES 2019 (Jan 8-11) in Las Vegas. And the incoming 5G cellular network is certainly catching a fair share of attention. One question we are asked more-and-more often is: “Should I get a new 5G phone this year?” […]
Apple’s Mojave Released This Week
For those of us that use the Mac platform, this week sees the release of the newest version of the Mac operating system – Mojave. While the Mac hardware platform enjoys a 7 year support term from the OS, this most recent upgrade narrows the range slightly to 6 years (2012 models and newer). […]
Smart Devices In The Workplace
Smart Devices are making their way from homes into the workplace. Universities and corporations have already had to make rules and restrictions early on, because those devices are more ‘open’ to the network and interaction. […]