We’ve all heard of the dark Web. Parallel to the Internet we all know and love, the dark Web operates much like the black market – it’s almost impossible to trace its participants, making it a breeding ground for criminal activity and underground sales. But what exactly is the dark Web? The dark Web is […]
Soaring Eagle Advice Column If you’re looking for a managed or a remote database provider, you need to know what makes one different from another. What questions should you ask before making a hiring decision? Below are general guidelines that will help you choose the best remote database provider for your business. That said, always […]
Women, leadership and what we bring to the table that men cannot. I think that men and women are built differently, and that’s a good thing. Differences in gender, race, religion, and lifestyle means that each individual can be seen in a unique way. This is especially true of Women in IT. Although some women […]
When you work with mid- to large-size tables, creating the right SQL statement and optimizing tables and queries for the best performance is a must. Avoid these SQL programming pitfalls and you will be on your way to designing a fast, efficient database for any size business. 1. Absence of Primary Keys Having a primary […]
Did you know that postponing SQL Server administration tasks can lead to serious and complex database problems? Do not forget to carry out these often-neglected maintenance items and help your SQL Server systems run smoothly. Establish Version Consistency SQL Server Administrators should keep their software versions standardized. While the causes may seem trivial, the consequences […]
Security and protection of personal information (PI) is all the rage today, and the EU has launched legislation called the GDPR to do something about it. You can’t scroll through Facebook or watch the news without seeing something about the latest data breach. The days are numbered before the U.S. joins the European Union in […]
Soaring Eagle Advice Column I feel like I have stayed quiet for too long. If you are my close friend, you have heard this rant a dozen times. But I have kept my pen (keyboard) quiet on this issue, and I feel as though it is time to speak out. Facebook is being scapegoated. Why? […]
Small businesses used to be safer from ransomware attacks, and other cyber attacks. They move less data and have fewer customers, making them lower priority on the cyber attack scale. Unfortunately, over the last several years, small businesses have come under increasing attack from ransomware and other key cybersecurity problems. As a small business owner, […]
An IT disaster can bring your company to a screeching halt and incur serious bills that you’ll have to deal with quickly. When a disaster strikes, are you prepared? Creating a disaster recovery plan, or DRP, will ensure that your business is ready to respond fast when a disaster takes down your business. An effective […]
It’s Spring! Spring is a sign of renewal, growth, and change, and time to clean up data! In our homes we tend to do some sprucing up of the inside and outside. Why don’t we do the same with our business? It’s the perfect time to clean up your data to prepare for growth in […]