The Company We Keep
At Advanced Systems Solutions, providing exceptional customer care and expert IT services has been our mantra since day one. We fully realize that there are so many varying choices out there for small businesses, choices in…
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Fourteen Phrases Everyone Should Know
In appreciation of Cybersecurity Awareness month, here are fourteen areas of interest that everyone should be aware of: RansomwareRansomware is malware that denies access to files by encrypting them with a password. Typically, cybercriminals demand a…
The Advanced Systems Solutions Difference
Introducing: The ASSI Customer Bill Of Rights “They never show up.”“They talk in geek speak.”“I feel like they gouge me.”“My IT company is holding my data hostage.”“They NEVER answer their phones.” If ANY of this sounds…
DHCP Issues With MAC Address Randomization
Recently we have seen a spike in the number of DHCP addresses being taken by mobile devices, and we took alternative measures to avoid using all addresses in the scope. As we notice the issue propagating,…
By Default, Windows Shutdown Doesn’t Actually Shut Down Your PC
One of the hot topics in the ever raging war between Apple and Microsoft is how long it takes for the computer to go from a dead stop to up and ready to perform, otherwise known…
Adobe Flash is Dying, What Does That Mean to You?
In July 2017, Adobe announced that they would cease the development of Flash. In 5 months they will live up to their promise, and it will break the Internet. Many websites will be rendered at least…
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Why Cody Needs to Use a Guest Network for Security Cameras
Recently my buddy Cody asked for recommendations for a security camera system for his PITA neighbor. There were many suggestions, from individuals that offer services to Lorex, Wyze, Reolink, and many more. My advice was no…
Security Concerns with Zoom
Sometimes the popular decision is not the best decision, and that seems to be the case with the choice of using Zoom for video conferencing. Zoom is facing the issue that companies like Facebook have in…
How the Coronavirus is Impacting IT.
The coronavirus disease (COVID-19) is certainly causing a disruption that can be felt around the world. We are starting to feel the effects in Orlando with the cancellation of many events that are critical to small…
Racing to Disconnect from a Connected World
I had a great conversation today with some colleagues and as we were solving the problems of the world it struck me how much the game has changed over the last few years. Four years ago,…