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Does SSL matter? It does and it’s not just web encryption.

Posted on September 4, 2019September 4, 2019 by Percy Kwong

Over the last decade, there’s been an ever growing emphasis on security.  SSL is taking a seat “Front-Row center” on this period of enlightenment.  Interestingly enough, it’s not just about encrypting your traffic on the web.  The purpose of this is far deeper.  This article will delve into the “why” SSL’s importance has grown and…

What happened to “Human” in Humanity?

Posted on June 24, 2012 by Percy Kwong

I really do need to ask this question.  I appreciate my followers and yes, they’re a loyal bunch.  I do need to EVERYBODY one question and everyone on the Internet. We all go about our lives.  We see the homeless person at the exit ramp, on the sidewalk, etc.  Granted a lot of them are…

Free Tech Support from me…

Posted on June 23, 2012 by Percy Kwong

OK.  I really believe in my project for helping the unemployed, so here’s what I propose. If you donate to my project and of course, get others to donate to my project, I will provide you with free tech support (my skills and advice) for a period of time. Donate: $25.00 you get 1 hour…

The Perfect Home Office.

Posted on June 19, 2012 by Percy Kwong

I’ve struggled with that question in the past. I can say truthfully that having both was a royal pain in the butt.   Keeping data synced wasn’t fun, nor was the electricity bill.  Me being me always had the solution so it was never a big deal to just vpn into my home network to get…

I guess this is a call out for help

Posted on June 17, 2012 by Percy Kwong

I’m at the point where I can’t support this blog due to the traffic I’m getting.  I really need some donations or something.  I’m pushing about 5 GB of data a day and due to my divorce, I can’t afford to support this continually. I’m not asking for donations, although, they would help, but I…

Backups. Being prepared for the restore.

Posted on June 8, 2012 by Percy Kwong

Backups are something that is so important in any system that one should look carefully at not just the backup solution they are using, but the restore solution they’re going to have. Here are my recommendations and views on Backups. 1. Don’t assume that just because you bought a backup package that it just “works”…

When was the last time you had a technology audit?

Posted on June 6, 2012 by Percy Kwong

This is a message to everyone who runs any kind of technology in a business.  The posting is directed towards everyone who has their own applications, servers, blogs, websites, etc. Special Note to CIOs/CTOs:  I understand you run an organization that has many people under you.  I understand that you feel you’ve got your resources…

A truly free and unblocked VPN for one year

Posted on May 30, 2012 by Percy Kwong

Every VPN provider claims that they’re truly free and not blocking ports.  (well.. maybe I’m not going to put them all in one basket).  The reality is every VPN provider I have come across has blocked access or throttles you one way or another. So I’ve actually come up with a simple solution.  Using Amazon’s…

Using Amazon’s Free Tier to get a free VPN connection for a year.

Posted on May 6, 2012 by Percy Kwong

I know I’ve written about this in the past, but I’ve finally created a guide on how to do this step by step. It’s available for purchase now.  This is literally a how-to on getting an OpenVPN server up and running for free for a year. Specify Your Donation: (Min. $5.00)  [wp_eStore_buy_now:product_id:11:end]

Why a cheap Cisco, Dlink, Netgear firewall just doesn’t make the cut.

Posted on February 26, 2012 by Percy Kwong

This article sponsored by: Cheappfsensefirewalls.com  (I own the shop for full disclosure) There are many reasons why one would go with an over the counter router you could buy at Best Buy.  The reality is you’re missing out on a lot of the features and most importantly, performance.  Most people buy a Linksys, Dlink, Netgear…

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