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The Tech Guy of East Texas

The Tech Guy of East Texas

By Gregory Burns

Do you struggle to understand the ins and outs of information technology for your home or business? “Join Gregory Burns, also known as “The Tech Guy" in East Texas, as he dives into technology procedures and security procedures every two weeks to interpret for you. If you need help understanding information technology and technology security, this show is for you.
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How to Protect Your Data from Being Hacked

The Tech Guy of East Texas Oct 11, 2022

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How to Protect Your Data from Being Hacked

How to Protect Your Data from Being Hacked

Have you ever been hacked or known someone that has? In this episode, we will discuss things to watch for and how to protect your data and devices from being hacked. We will also discuss protection software for your devices. 

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Oct 11, 202222:36
Email Phishing: How to Recognize and Avoid Phishing Scams

Email Phishing: How to Recognize and Avoid Phishing Scams

Have you been hit with a PHISHING email? We all have. In this podcast, Greg Burns, The Tech Guy of East Texas, and Chris Walter Sales Engineer from Avast will talk about different email phishing attacks, what to watch for and how to protect your data. 

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Jul 09, 202218:52
The Difference between Malware & Ransomware

The Difference between Malware & Ransomware

#itproblems #cybersecurity #malware #ransomware #technology    

The difference between malware and ransomware was discussed by Rob Krug, Avast Business Sr Security Architect, and Greg Burns, Owner, and CTO of The Tech Guy of East Texas.   

Rob Krug and Greg Burns explain the differences between malware and ransomware and how to protect yourself against them.

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Apr 25, 202210:45
Speeding Up Your Wi-Fi

Speeding Up Your Wi-Fi

In this episode, I am talking about ways to speed up your home and or office Wi-Fi. I will talk about placement, interference, proper frequency channels, and ISP modem speeds, along with other needs to know. Here is a link to TP-Link products: https://www.tp-link.com/us/ . If you have any questions, please give me a call or shoot me an email at; 903-339-2222 ext 100 or greg@the1techguy.com

Mar 04, 202112:33
Phishing

Phishing

In this episode I will talk about Phishing and how protect yourself. If you get a phishing email, forward it to the Anti-Phishing Working Group at reportphishing@apwg.org. If you get a phishing text message, forward it to SPAM (7726).

Report the phishing attack to the FTC at ftc.gov/complaint. Tagged with: cyber security, phishing, scam.

If you have any questions or need mere information, be sure to subscribe to the TGET Podcast or visit www.the1techguy.com and send me an email. My next episode I will talk about speeding up you Wi-Fi in your home or office.

Feb 06, 202107:52
Work from Home Security

Work from Home Security

In this episode I will talk about Work From Home security and what you should do to protect your company's data as well as your own. I will discuss security for your computer, smartphone, video conferencing and more. If you have any questions or need more information, be sure you subscribe to the TGET Podcast or visit www.the1techguy.com and send me an email. My next episode I will talk about email phishing. 

Jan 17, 202110:56
Web Filtering for your Home

Web Filtering for your Home

In this episode I'll talk about ways to protect home users while on the Internet, as well as monitor children while they surf. Some of the websites discussed in this episode are listed below. Antivirus software: www.avast.com; www.avast.com; usa.kaspersky.com; and www.malwarebytes.com. Web filtering software: families.google.com; www.kidinspector.com; www. netnanny.com; and www.qustodio.com. Contact me at greg@the1techguy.com if you have questions or need more information. Be sure you subscribe to the TGET podcast so you don't miss our next episode on security while working from home.
Jan 01, 202105:19
Home network setup and security!

Home network setup and security!

In this episode, we are talking about what it takes to get the best speed  from your ISP and the best Wi-Fi coverage for your home.  We are talking about the proper modem, proper wireless router and the best security settings for your Wi-Fi network.

Dec 20, 202007:28