Entries by 3mediaweb

Cryptojacking: Are you funding cybercrime without even knowing?

January 22, 2019 in , /by

In 2017 we saw cybercriminals adopt a whole new approach to generating value from malware. Rather than stealing information or encrypting a victim’s files and demanding a ransom, cybercriminals started discretely hijacking computer systems and using them to generate cryptocurrency. In 2018, cryptojacking became one of the most prevalent forms of malware on the internet. The question to ask yourself in 2019 is “can I spot such an attack and, if I can, what do I do about it?”

Tis The Season for Porch Pirates – Don’t Let a “Would Be” Thief Ruin Your Holiday

December 19, 2018 in , , /by

Technology has made it very convenient to purchase just about anything and have it delivered at our doorstep. Online buying and package delivery has really become the norm for retail shopping. However, especially during the holiday season, there’s an unfortunate piece of news – “porch pirates” – those modern day thieves who steal packages from doorsteps. In a report from Package Guard, it claims that 11 million US homeowners have had packages stolen from their front door or porch in 2017, and those numbers are due to be higher by the end of this year.

The Importance of Server Maintenance

December 18, 2018 in , , /by

Let’s face it, servers, like any piece of hardware, will eventually need to be replaced, but in the meantime, keep it running until it’s time to replace it. Developing a checklist of the tasks that need to be done regularly can go a long way in ensuring your servers consistently perform at their best. Because servers take care of all your data, it is important to watch and properly care for them. Such maintenance involves constant monitoring and continuously analyzing how the server is functioning. Preemptive maintenance not only reduces server issues, but also may increase the longevity of your server.

Office 2019 for Windows + Mac: What are the Feature Differences?

December 11, 2018 in , /by

Below is a consolidated list of features Microsoft has added to Office 2019, as published on their website. OFFICE 2019 FOR WINDOWS FEATURES What’s new in the Office Desktop apps for Windows in Office 2019 versus Office 2016? Word – “Get work done easier” Black theme Learning tools (captions and audio descriptions) Speech feature (text-to-speech) […]

What’s New with Office 2019?

December 4, 2018 in , /by

Commercial customers can now purchase Microsoft Office 2019 for Windows and Mac. Office 2019 is the next perpetual release of Office. It includes significant improvements over Microsoft Office 2016 and earlier versions of on-premises Office. What’s New with Office 2019? Advanced presentation features. While PowerPoint is still one of the most popular and commonly-used presentation […]

Bryley Celebrates 1 Year at 200 Union Street in Clinton!

November 26, 2018 in , , /by

Just one year ago, Bryley Systems relocated to our ultra-modern office space at 200 Union Street in Clinton. Walking or driving by, one might mistake it for a US Post Office, well it was! It was built in 1937 as the Clinton Post Office and was completely remodeled in 2005 when the building was sold and the post office relocated to the other end of town.

Holiday Shopping Online. It’s Convenient, but Buyer Beware…

November 20, 2018 in , , /by

With black Friday just around the corner, many of us are starting to think about holiday shopping. We all love the convenience of being able to be at home in front of a computer vs the hassle of crowded malls and searching for parking spots. You can click here and there and order whatever product you desire and have it delivered to your front door. You can compare pricing, look for deals, compare products, and it all can be done quickly and in the convenience of your own home, any time, night or day. The downfall? Wherever there is money and users to be found, there are malicious hackers roaming around.

Bryley Systems Ranks #5 in Top IT Service Providers by the Worcester Business Journal

October 30, 2018 in , /by

Worcester Business Journal October 15, 2018 Each year, the Worcester Business Journal (WBJ) compiles and publishes a list of IT Service Providers throughout Central Massachusetts. The list, published on October 15th, ranked Bryley Systems #5 in the organizations surveyed.  Bryley has consistently ranked well on the WBJ list for the last 4 years. If you […]