Although Macs are already very secure, there are steps that you can take to lock down your system. The ten following tips will help ensure that your system is as safe and secure as possible: Enable Firewall :: Although there may be better firewalls out there, the one built into your Mac is sufficient for most… Continue Reading
Category Archives: Security
Subscribe to Security RSS FeedGuest Post :: Whole Disk Encryption & OS X Lion
Posted in Guest Posts, How Do I ... ?, Mac OS X, SecurityWith all the discussion about encryption and security, I asked Mac consultant (and MILO member), Matthew Bookspan, to write the following Guest Post, which I hope my readers enjoy and find helpful: Whole Disk Encryption & OS X Lion First, this is an exciting feature of OS X Lion for business users. I have opined… Continue Reading
Guest Post :: How to Run Firefox From a USB Drive
Posted in Guest Posts, How Do I ... ?, Security, SoftwareFirefox has quickly and rightfully become one of the most used and most loved Internet browsers in existence. Its fast speed, great customizable interface, and strong security measures make it the best option for most computer users when it comes to web browsing. From an attorney’s perspective (or anyone within an information-sensitive industry), the benefits… Continue Reading
Guest Post :: Protect Your Data with Proper Backups
Posted in Guest Posts, Office Management, SecurityWe live in the age of computers and information technology. Almost everything these days is done with the help of a computer: writing letters, sharing pictures and documents, doing homework, filing taxes, and so much more. While using computers can certainly speed up our work, it also makes us more prone to data loss and… Continue Reading
Guest Post :: Apple’s “Walled Garden” – Unsustainable Model or Certificate of Quality?
Posted in Guest Posts, Mac vs. PC, Security, TechnologyI am proud to exclusively present the following Guest Post from Mariana Ashley: Apple is one of the most recognized brands around the world, and, at least according to a recent Barron’s survey, one of the most respected. Still, not everyone is Apple crazy, as an earlier post about why people love to hate Apple indicated. Apple is… Continue Reading
Guest Post :: Is it Time for You to Revisit Your Backup System?
Posted in Guest Posts, Office Management, Security, SoftwareThe following Guest Post from Brooks Duncan contains great advice and helpful reminders to everyone about their backup plan(s): You may have heard the old IT cliche "there are two types of hard drives: those that have failed, and those that will". Fortunately, you, being the responsible Mac lawyer that you are, have protected yourself and… Continue Reading
Guest Post :: AT&T Leak Shows Concern for Their Internal Security Processes
Posted in Guest Posts, SecurityThe following Guest Post is from Daniel Cawrey: In the past, users connected to the Internet through a broadband connection. But with the advent of personal, mobile devices such as smartphones and tablets like the iPhone and iPad, we have new security concerns—especially with the wireless operators who serve these devices. Take the recent reports… Continue Reading
The TRUTH About iPhone Security
Posted in iPhone, SecurityIs the iPhone secure? That question has been hotly debated in legal circles since its release. To date, the loudest replies have been by those shouting “No” (see here, here, and here) but does that make that answer true? Ben Stevens of The Mac Lawyer and Finis Price of TechnoEsq now enter the fray to try to… Continue Reading
Fear Not – Viruses, Worms, Etc. Still No Threat for Macs
Posted in SecurityPC users are still plagued by security threats from many sources – viruses, worms, and other malware. Meanwhile, Mac users continue to rest easy because their computers remain safe and secure. Macworld recently reported "we have yet to see any widespread malware for Macs; your risk of infection is essentially zero." This information should make… Continue Reading
iPhone Called Out Over Alleged Security Flaws
Posted in iPhone, Security"The words iPhone and security do not belong in the same sentence…" So begins the article from John Simek, one of the premier computer forensic experts in the country. It gets worse, as he says, "The iPhone encryption is a non-starter and accessing the device is child’s play even if it is password protected." He… Continue Reading
Seven Excellent Online Security Blogs Worth Subscribing To
Posted in SecurityThe issue of privacy, more specifically as it relates to online security, is a hot topic these days. As people use the Internet for more and more of their everyday functions, they want to understand what online security means and how it relates to them. While people fear for the safety of their own information,… Continue Reading
Everything You Need to Know to Create, Manage, and Remember Passwords
Posted in SecurityThere is no way to understate the importance of having appropriate passwords. No, that doesn’t mean using your last name or your dog’s name, but rather rock solid passwords that actually protect your confidential information. Are your passwords as safe as they should be? Do you have a plan to help manage and remember them? If you answered… Continue Reading
How to Securely Wipe Your Hard Drive
Posted in How Do I ... ?, Mac OS X, SecurityIf you are an attorney disposing of an old Mac, you should be sure that any confidential information is securely removed before doing so. The process outlined below can securely erase your hard drive, and the software enabling you to do so is included free as part of Mac OS X. Launch Disk Utility (/Applications/Utilities) and… Continue Reading
How to Wipe Data from an iPhone
Posted in How Do I ... ?, iPhone, SecurityAfter all my recent posts about the benefits of the iPhone 3G-S, I thought it might be prudent to address the security concerns involved with disposing of your old iPhone after you decide to upgrade. Attorneys should always be concerned about protecting their client’s information. Amid reports that it is possible to recover data off old… Continue Reading
Why Are There No Viruses on Mac OS X?
Posted in Mac OS X, SecurityAs I’ve previously discussed many times, one of the (many) things that makes Mac OS X such a great operating system is its rock solid security. The ability to work without having to worry about viruses not only saves money, it also provides peace of mind. But did you ever wonder why there aren’t any viruses for… Continue Reading
How to Encrypt Private and Sensitive Data on a Mac
Posted in How Do I ... ?, SecuritySmart lawyers are always looking for ways to keep their data more secure. The following Guest Post by Blair from LaptopLogic — your premier source for laptop reviews – gives a simple step-by-step process to do so: Carrying sensitive data on a laptop is a dangerous, but often necessary aspect of working in the digital age…. Continue Reading
How Secure Is Your Computer?
Posted in SecurityHave you ever taken your computer onto a "free" wi-fi network? Odds are, if you’re like most people, you have probably done this at one time or another. If so, you must read "Keeping Safe from the Bad Guys" by Jeffrey Allen, which was published in the Technology eReport published last week by the ABA General Practice, Solo &… Continue Reading
Guest Post :: Four Reasons for Archiving Email Correspondence
Posted in Guest Posts, Office Management, SecurityThe following Guest Post is from Jesmond Darmanin, a Web Marketer with GFI Software, and it explains the "Four Reasons for Archiving Email Correspondence": Email is a primary source of documentation for many organizations and it has taken on an increasingly critical role in corporate court proceedings, regulatory compliance and legal discovery. Companies are realizing… Continue Reading
Do Macs Need Antivirus Software?
Posted in SecurityAs noted here, one of the topics discussed during my presentations at the ABA TechShow was whether or not Macs need to run antivirus software. I created somewhat of a stir when I adamantly defended my belief that Macs are so secure that antivirus software is not necessary. Apple touts the Mac’s security as one… Continue Reading
The Mac Trojan Horse :: How to Avoid It & How to Cure It
Posted in How Do I ... ?, Mac OS X, SecurityI want my readers to be aware that there is a Mac security threat (called a "trojan horse") making its rounds across the internet. This malware, named the OSX.RSPlug.A Trojan Horse, is apparently associated with suggestive photos/videos of pop train-wreck Britney Spears. Please note that this is not virus — meaning that it can’t self-propagate… Continue Reading
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