Let’s face it, there is potential crime lurking
through every city. It could be a person prowling through a neighborhood, or an
internet hacker gaining access to personal information. Not only is there a
need to physically keep your home or business safe, there is a need to keep the
technology that houses important information safe. The technology we have
access to today can be a double edged sword. Here are the security tips you
need to ensure a safe and happy home or business.
Security
System
A full coverage security system is one of the sure
fire ways to keep a home or business safe. It has full protection over the
space as well as gives customers alerts when security is breached. These
systems are the army that defends your space and will more than likely deter a
burglar with just the sign in the yard. Click here for information on how to protect your home or business
with a security system.
Dissuade
Burglars
Have you ever been told to not leave valuable things
within sight in your car? Same goes for your home or business.
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Invest in window treatments (blinds,
curtains, etc.) and keep them closed at night so snoopers cannot see what is
inside.
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Make sure all things of value are always
out of sight.
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Always make sure all doors, windows, or
any access point is locked off business hours and when no one is home or
asleep.
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Make your home or business as
unappealing to a potential thief as possible. If there is nothing of value that
can be seen through a window or in front they will more than likely move on and
find an easier target.
Internet
Security
Your personal information or business information is
almost more important than keeping your physical home or business safe from
burglary. Today it is easier for internet hackers to gain access to all our
important information through shared WiFi connected through our mobile devices.
When a hacker gains access to this information it could potentially destroy a
business or throw someone into major debt causing them to lose their home and
belongings. Here are some tips to keeping your online information safe:
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Keep your computer secure with up to
date antivirus software.
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Choose strong passwords for any website
you sign up for.
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Make sure you access any personal or
important information from a secure connection. Not a free, public WiFi
network.
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Only use your personal, banking, credit
card, etc. information on a site that begins with the URL https. The “s” means
that the site is secure.
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Do not share your information with
anyone and make sure to sign out of everything before you sign off your
computer.
The importance of not only keeping the physical home
and business but also the virtual aspect of the business safe could not be
stressed enough. The hacking of your business information or your personal
information could cause more damage than a break in to a home might. It is
ideal nowadays to make sure that all features of your home and business are
safe physically and online.
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