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National Cyber Security Awareness Month 2015

Princeton, NJ - October 20, 2015  - October is National Cyber Security Awareness Month!

More and more of millions of Americans and businesses are victimized by online hackers.  As technology advances and the internet becomes increasingly "required" for every day life, business and government - the threats become increasingly prominent and dangerous.

Microsoft Office 2016 Release

The official worldwide release of Microsoft Office 2016 had occurred on September 22, 2015.  Both Office 2016 for Windows and Office 2016 for MAC were released out of beta.  For more information, check out the Microsoft Office website.  Blueclone will officially support Office 2016 effective October 1, 2015.

Blueclone Networks is a Princeton based IT Company with focus on Computer Systems Management and Cloud Services for small & medium sized business in Central NJ.

NJ E-ZPass Email Scam – Advisory Notice

The Port Authority of New Jersey and New York is warning E-ZPass users to be aware of an email phishing scam.  The fake E-ZPass violation notice arrives via email and warns customers about a bogus toll violation with a hyperlink to download an invoice.

Find your way around Windows 10 with these 3 Essential Tips

Windows 10 launched worldwide on July 29, 2015.  Windows 10 is available as a free upgrade during the first year after the Windows 7 / Windows 8/8.1 launch to consumer edition users. Many consumers have opted for the free upgrade however Blueclone recommends enterprise and business users to wait, and first consult with your IT Consultant or Managed Services provider.

Increase in attacks against Cisco IOS devices

Princeton, NJ - August 12, 2015  - Blueclone has received several notifications that Cisco is observing increasingly complex attacks allowing attackers to gain admin access to Cisco IOS devices by installing a malicious ROMMON image.  Once the image is installed and device rebooted, the attacker can manipulate the device behavior to their advantage.

Word Press Vulnerability 4.2.2 and prior

The popular WordPress 4.2.2 and prior versions contain dangerous cross-site scripting vulnerabilities.  Misuse of these vulnerabilities could allow hackers and remote attackers to take control of websites using older versions of Word Press.

Users and website admins are encouraged to review the WordPress 4.2.3 Security and Maintenance Release on the WordPress.

High Demand for Help Desk Support and IT Security

Princeton, NJ - July 1, 2015  - Blueclone has been experiencing high demand and record growth the past 3 quarters, particularly in the health care and legal sectors.  Computer Security, HIPPA Compliance, and protection of Intellectual Property have been major contributors for the surge in new client acquisition.

Lync 2010 & Lync 2013 upgrade to Skype for Business

Princeton, NJ - June 18, 2015  - Blueclone Networks has great news for Hosted Lync 2010 & Hosted Lync 2013 customers!

Skype for Business will soon be available for existing and new customers. In the next few days existing Lync Server servers will be provisioned to allow Skype for Business upgrades and support (Lync 2010 and 2013 servers).   This will allow Blueclone's Hosted Lync users who have downloaded the Skype for Business client to transition to the new look and feel at will.

Windows 10 Free Upgrade – Codenamed Threshold

Microsoft has officially announced Windows 10 is available as a free 1 year upgrade to users of Windows 7 and Windows 8.1.  The latest Windows Operating system from Microsoft will be available as a pre-order.  The new OS is designed to handle work on multiple hardware platforms such as the usual workstations and high-end gaming PCs to thin notebooks and slim tablets.