Cleveland Law Library Weblog

TECH THURSDAY: HAVE YOU BEEN 'SMASHED'??

Spammers are a resourceful bunch. They're always coming up with new ways to take your money. One of the newer scams is called 'Smishing', combining SMS and phishing. If you have received a text from what you think is your bank, the USPS or another company you do business with asking you for information, it was probably Smishing. Fortunately, there are ways to protect yourself. The 'Mashable Team's' article "Smash texting scams: How to avoid smishing attacks" gives you some pointers on how to spot and avoid such attacks. You can read their article by Clicking Here.

Cyber Security Awareness Month

October is Cyber Security Awareness Month. As technology advances, so does the threat to our personal information and security. When you are online, you need to be vigilant. Remember to keep your passwords strong and secure. Be on the lookout for spam and phishing emails. Keep your software up to date.  Stay ahead of the hackers this October and learn more about cyber security on the Cleveland Law Library's virtual display.

TECH THURSDAY: TO-DO LIST FOR YOUR NEW COMPUTER

Is it time for a new computer? After you open the box and set it up, there are a couple of things you should do right away. You want your new PC to be safe and personalized. Eric Griffith's PCMag article "Got a New PC? 11 Things to Do Right Away" gives a list of steps to take to get you started. You can read his article by Clicking Here.

Starting 1/1/23, Ohio Attorneys Can Take All CLE Online

If you have not already heard, the Ohio Supreme Court just announced that starting 1/1/23, Ohio attorneys will be able to complete all of their biennial CLE requirements online. It is no secret that attorneys have been enjoying the flexibility they have had during the pandemic to take all of their CLE courses online. Now, the Supreme Court has permanently removed the self-study cap so that lawyers will be able to continue taking all of their classes from their homes and offices. Many lawyers have told our Law Library that they appreciate the cost savings and convenience from not having to travel or pay for parking to attend CLE programs. For more information, you can read the Supreme Court's press release or review the Court's CLE FAQ's.

TECH THURSDAY: STEPS TO TAKE WHEN A WEBSITE WON'T LOAD

Did you ever click on a web link only to get the dreaded 404 error (This site can't be reached)? There are a few things you can try to see if you can get the page to load. Click Here to read Whitson Gordon's article "What to Do When a Website Won't Load".

TECH THURSDAY: PREPARE YOUR BUSINESS FOR A CYBER ATTACK

In today's climate, the chances of your business being the victim of a cyber attack are high. Fortunately, there are steps you can take to protect yourself. Click Here to read Almog Apirion's article "How Businesses Can Prepare For, and Ultimately Prevent Cyber Attacks".

TECH THURSDAY: GETTING YOUR COMPUTER READY FOR DISPOSAL

Are you getting ready to discard, donate or sell your computer? There are some steps you should take before doing so. Click Here to read Lance Whitney's article "How to Properly Prep Your PC for Disposal".

TECH THURSDAY: CLEANING YOUR LAPTOP

Has your laptop collected dirt and grime over it's life? Don't worry, you can use many of the cleaning supplies you already have around your home or office. PC Mags Charles  Jefferies' article, "How to Clean Your Laptop the Right Way" shows you how. Click Here to read his article.

TECH THURSDAY: HOW TO USE PUBLIC WiFi NETWORKS SAFELY

It's been said that when you use public WiFi, it's like having a conversation in a public place. Other people will be able to listen in on what you are saying. Fortunately, there are  ways to stay safe on public WiFi networks. Click Here to read Elizabeth Harper's article "How to Protect Your Privacy on Public WiFi Networks".

TECH THURSDAY: SIGNING DOCUMENTS ON YOUR PHONE OR COMPUTER

If you need to sign digital documents on a regular basis there are apps for your computer, tablet and smartphone that can make signing digital documents easy. Click Here to read Elizabeth Harper's article "How to Sign a Document on Your Phone or Computer".