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What happens when you delete a file?

When you delete a file, it disappears from your desktop. That can be helpful to clear up clutter and give you a sense of accomplishment, or it can cause a panic spiral as you worry that you’ve lost a week’s worth of work. Either way, it may help to better understand what really happens when you delete a file.

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Mary Landrum Mary Landrum

The Power of Rebooting

As the stereotype goes, when you report a problem to your IT team, their first question is often, "Have you tried turning it off and on again?" While it might seem annoying, the reality is that many issues can indeed be fixed with a reboot. The longer you keep your computer running without a restart or shutdown, the higher the chances of encountering problems.

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Leave That USB Where You Found It

You come across a thumb drive, or USB drive that you don’t recognize. Maybe you find it in the parking lot of your building or by the copier in the office. You’re curious or you want to plug it in to identify where to return it. Don't do it!

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Protecting Your Digital Identity

Small businesses are not only at risk of cyberattacks, but social engineering attacks as well. According to a study by security company Barracuda Networks, small businesses with fewer than 100 employees are three times more likely to experience social engineering attacks than larger businesses.

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Why Your SMB Needs Cybersecurity

Small businesses are not only at risk of cyberattacks, but social engineering attacks as well. According to a study by security company Barracuda Networks, small businesses with fewer than 100 employees are three times more likely to experience social engineering attacks than larger businesses.

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