Why Is Ransomware an Act of Terrorism | Sync Up With Rocket IT

Need a hub for trending technology news? Look no further as Rocket IT launches Sync Up, a new video series dedicated to keeping you up to date on cybersecurity events, software updates, tech tips, and more.

Check out episode one to learn why recent online attacks have forced the U.S Justice Department to classify ransomware as an act of terrorism.

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Tech Gifts for Dad | Father’s Day 2021

Father’s Day – a time to celebrate the men in our lives and thank them for the many ways they have influenced us over the years. Even though the significance of this holiday hasn’t changed much over the time, the same cannot be said for the gifts available for purchase.

With the special day right around the corner, Rocket IT’s Father’s Day Tech Gift Guide is helping last minute shoppers find the perfect gift by showcasing five items that will make Dad’s life easier.

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What’s New in iOS 14.5 | iPhone Easter Eggs

Although iOS 15 may be on the not so distant horizon, Apple’s newest iOS 14.5 update is jam-packed with helpful features that shouldn’t be overlooked. So, while iPhone fans await the expected launch of iOS 15, here are some of the best iOS 14.5 features to date.

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10 Mother’s Day Tech Gifts Mom Will Like

Mother's Day Tech Gifts

Mother’s Day is a time to celebrate the women in our lives and shower them with appreciation for all that they do.

So, for those out there with modern moms, Rocket IT’s Mother’s Day Tech Gift Guide is helping last minute shoppers find the perfect gift.

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New Zoom Vulnerability | Zero Day Security Risk

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Find yourself regularly using Zoom? A new zero day vulnerability was recently discovered that, when executed, provides hackers with complete control over a victim’s device.

To mitigate the risk, here’s some Zoom security tips to keep your information protected.

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Facebook Data Breach | How to Know if Your Facebook Was Hacked

On April 3, 2021, the phone numbers, email address, dates of birth, and locations of more than 530 million Facebook users was published to a well-known hacking forum.

While the vulnerability that caused the leak appears to be fixed, if you created a Facebook account before 2020, you’ll need to update your profile’s security settings.

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Outlook Easter Eggs: Discovering Microsoft’s Hidden Features

Microsoft Outlook Easter Eggs Hidden Features

While the words “Easter eggs” may spark images of brightly colored eggs, in technology, Easter eggs refer to hidden features tucked within some of our favorite software applications.

And although developers may make it difficult to find some features, Rocket IT has discovered six key features concealed in Microsoft Outlook to maximize your productivity.

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