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Cyber Awareness

Cybersecurity is a broad topic. It not only covers information technology and data protection, but it also addresses privacy, operational procedures, and policies. The 411 Blog covers all of that and more. From new trends in data protection to new tactics used by fraudsters to advice on what to do when things go wrong, The 411 has you covered with up-to-date information and advice.


IoT is the technology that connects everyday objects to the Internet, enabling them to send and receive data. This way, IoT devices can communicate with each other and people over long distances. The use of IoT in business has grown significantly in recent years. IoT has many benefits, like better customer engagement and improved efficiency...

You’ve probably heard about smart speakers and how they can help you in your daily life. You might even have one of these devices in your home or office. But have you ever wondered what your smart speaker is listening to? The answer may surprise you. Millions of people have smart speakers in their homes...

2021 was another record year for wire fraud losses. Even though we have been working to educate everyone within the real estate transaction for the past several years, it seems that the criminals still have the advantage. The FBI recently released the 2021 Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) report, which was not good news. Reported...

Privacy is a hot topic, and alarming revelations about identity theft and data breaches seem to happen daily. As organizations work to keep Personal Data and Personally Identifiable Information (PII) safe and secure, it becomes more and more apparent that everyone has a role to play in protecting data privacy. The important thing to remember...

As we slowly come out of the pandemic and start traveling again, we should take a few minutes to refresh ourselves on the digital dangers associated with travel. Traveling is a prime time of risk for your mobile devices – including smartphones, laptops, and tablets – whether from theft or hacking. However, there are steps...