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Clouds And Hurricanes And Law Practice - Get Prepared

It is no secret that cloud law practice management software firms tout the benefits of cloud computing and its efficiencies. My two favorite companies, MyCase and RocketMatter, have been at the forefront of cloud computing for lawyers since the mid 2000s. Larry Port, of RocketMatter, has a great new ebook that he has posted about the benefits of cloud computing in disaster preparedness. In it, he shows how beneficial it can be to have your essential office documents and software running on a server in the cloud. Getting away from a hurricane to another physical location doesn't have to take you away from your law practice if you can access your documents and software from anywhere.

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#TBT - Facebook Privacy Basics

Facebook Privacy Basics. I can't believe that I have to be still writing about computer security and social media. I wish I had a nickel for every post about being hacked on Facebook or other social media site. Please start using two factor authentication. Please learn about the things you can do to remain secure on Facebook. I suppose that I need to reinforce this idea. Think about the famous people you read about who misuse social media and pay the price. You don't want to be that guy.

It It's Tuesday, It Must Be Backup Day - Disaster Planning & Recovery In The Age Of Computers

Disaster Planning & Recovery Archives | LegalFuel. Are you reliant on your computers to store your life, law practice and all other data? Of course you are. We live in a data dominated society, in which invisible drives collect our lives and store them out of sight, out of mind. But, the Stoics tell us to expect disaster, doom, and all sorts of bad stuff, brought by fate, and which we must accept and deal with. The prudent lawyer will create backups of their data and software. She will never have a complete image of her hard drive more than a week old. She will be attentive to the documents she creates every day, and find a safe place to store them until needed. Do you know where your data is?

Warshipping: Beware Of Geeks Bearing Gifts

Warshipping: attack a target network by shipping a cellular-enabled wifi cracker to a company's mail-room / Boing Boing. Many BigLaw firms and large companies receive many packages every day. IBM researchers have documented a new attack vector for hackers into large companies. Using small, inexpensive parts, a hacker can insert a tiny WiFi scanner and computer in a package delivered to the company, and get direct access to the local WiFi network to sniff firm users as they bounce data around the building. The code isn't being released; but, it is just another security hole that needs to be plugged. Be careful out there.

Office Printers - Security Risk Or EDiscovery GoldMine?

There is No Such Thing as Printer Security and Privacy -- Security Today. Security protocols often emphasize things like securing data when using the Internet by use of tactics such as two factor authentication and USB Security keys, etc. However, one of the biggest law office security risks may be that web enabled laser printer sitting in the hallway or office. Modern printer manufacturers have been maintaining logs of data showing what was printed, and even its content, saving the data to a hard drive that is accessible to WiFi connections for some time. If you are a lawyer in litigation, those hard drives can be an ediscovery bonanza, as this article in Security Today points out. But, for lawyers concerned about confidential client data, these printers need to be the focus of security concern as well. Before disposing of any printer, check the manual or online instructions for disk wiping methods. What's in your printer?

You Can't Be Too Rich, Too Thin, Or Have Too Many Malware Scanners

Norascan is an anti-malware scanner for Windows PC. It isn't crazy to be obsessive about computer data security. Yes, Windows has malware scanners built in. Yes, Malwarebytes is the software I use on all my machines to scan for malware and bad actors. Is that enough security? I don't know. Apparently, I have developed a new hobby...looking for ways to find nasty malware in my systems. Hey, it is cheaper and easier than looking for gold on the beach with a metal detector. In any event, this free tool serves as a second opinion on my other security sweeps. No software is perfect; and, who knows, it may catch something the others have missed. Think of it as a second medical opinion from a Doctor. No two are alike. And, you will have the thrill and satisfaction of knowing your system is more secure. And, it is free. Be careful out there.

Free $125 Debit Card - Grab It While You Can

What happens if you don't claim your $125 Equifax money? You lose it %u2014 and your chance to sue in the future | KSL.com. Okay, your information is probably out there because Equifax screwed up. Hopefully, your other security protocols have prevented you from being an ID theft statistic. But, you can, in a few seconds, determine if your information was exposed; and, if it was, you can claim $125 in real money as compensation. Seriously. I did it. My fiance did it. Don't let the money go unclaimed. You've earned it.

I Know Where You Live And Where You've Been

How to clear search and location history in Google Maps on Android | Android Central. I am unconcerned that I am giving out information that will enable future litigants to avoid detection while engaging in their nefarious schemes. But, just in case you are listening, hear me. The opposing attorney is going to subpoena your client's digital information. She will examine their Smartwatch, their Smartphone, their comnputers, and anything else that has a GPS chip and stores data. Because, dear heart, your devices know where you are, where you've been, and where you are likely to go next. But, fear not, intrepid wrongdoers. You have the power to make them forget. Just say delete. Will you? No. You are too lazy. That is good for lawyers and litigators. That is bad for you. While I am on the subject, why do so many high profile people use text messaging without encryption? That is just stupid. I have no sympathy for them whatsoever. Wait. Ms Lawyer. You mean you text sensitive client data without encryption? Oh well.

Computer security - Top Ten Technologies To Learn

Computer security - Google Search. Learning about the impact of different tech developments on the practice of law is a full time job in itself. Spend some time with each of these ten areas, and you will be a better lawyer: BlockChain, Artificial Intelligence, Computer Security, Internet of Things, Big Data, DevOps, Cloud Computing, Mobile App Management, and much more. Start learning, young lawyer. You are already way behind.

Data Breach Lawyers: It Will Happen To You

Data Breach Lawyers: A View from the Trenches - Law Technology Today. Lawyers deal with the most sensitive information in their clients' lives. The biggest risk to large scale computer systems today is the data breach. Combine those two risks, and the results can be explosive. How are you securing your data? What do you know about cybersecurity? This podcast will give you a 30 minute snapshot of the problems and concerns that data breach and computer security lawyers deal with every day. Be careful out there.