Office 2016: Worldwide Release

Office 2016 for Windows was finally released this month worldwide. The new Office has a focus on collaboration, apps that work for you, and new security features for businesses. Office 2016 for Mac was also released with a one-time purchase option. Among some of the newly available features, like Skype for business and Office 365…

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NYS DMV: Traffic Ticket Phishing Scam

There has not been a shortage of phishing attacks recently, against companies from different industries around the world. The latest scam of the week targets New York drivers; drivers are receiving emails stating they must pay a fine or have their drivers license revoked. The New York State Department of Motor Vehicles has warned motorists…

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Newcomers To The MCG Client Roles

After careful consideration, world fashion jewelry designer Aaron Basha has selected MCG to handle their technology needs with our preventive Managed Resources plan. Riverside Risk Advisors LLC is an independent advisory firm offering unparalleled expertise in interest rate, currency and structured credit derivatives.  When Riverside went looking for an IT partner they selected MCG to…

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New Year, New Resolutions

Each New Year, we all make many different resolutions. The usual suspects include exercising more, budgeting our money better, or spending more time with family and friends. Beyond that there are so many resolutions that can apply to all aspects of your life and starting a fresh new year. This year, we are focusing on…

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New Benefits To Managed Resources Program

Companies utilizing the Managed Resources program will begin to receive reporting monthly of key indicators of their network systems.  These reports will enhance the visibility of the value of the network.  In addition, within the next two weeks, clients will be able to log their issues directly on our website.  This should facilitate communication and…

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Network Group Leads Way Into New Year

Ezra & Sons has signed on to the Managed Resources program after an intial review of their systems and a presentation to management about the cost effective nature and benefits of preventive care.  A local financial firm will be completing a review phase and is expected to join the program as well.  For more information…

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Net Neutrality: Repealed

The Federal Communications Commission took to a vote earlier this month to repeal the net neutrality rules they originally put in place in 2015. While the repeal is good news for large telecommunications and internet companies, it will likely mean higher prices and less choices for consumers. Net neutrality is the principle that all traffic…

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NBC Today Show: The Anatomy of a Hack

James Lyne of Sophos was recently featured on the NBC Today Show discussing the Anatomy of a Cyber Attack. James shows how data breaches take place through the eyes of an attacker, as well as how businesses can improve their protection against such attacks. To watch the full video clip, visit here, and if you…

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NBC Today Show: Featuring Sophos

The NBC Today Show recently aired a story featuring James Lyne, of Sophos, to take NBC inside a mock business using the same exploit as the Equifax attack. Sophos is now using anti-exploit technology in their new Intercept X, as well as offering network visibility with XG and phishing awareness with PhishThreat. To learn more…

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