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The happiest of Thanksgivings to all of our clients and friends, from the whole goINET team!

Regardless of where you stand on Russia's involvement, here is how Twitter has responded... https://arstechnica.com//twitter-drops-hammer-and-sickle-/

National Cybersecurity Month - Week 4: Theme: The Internet Wants YOU: Consider a Career in Cybersecurity According to a study by the Center for Cyber Safety and Education, by 2022, there will be a shortage of 1.8 million information security workers. It is critical that today’s students graduate ready to enter the workforce to fill the vast number of available cybersecurity positions.

National Cybersecurity Month - Week 3: Theme: Today’s Predictions for Tomorrow’s Internet Smart cities, connected devices, digitized records, as well as smart cars and homes have become a new reality. It is important to remind citizens that their sensitive, personal information is the fuel that makes smart devices work. While there are tremendous benefits of this technology, it is critical to understand how to use these cutting-edge innovations in safe and secure ways. http://www.stcguide.com/resource-index/

Are your devices safe when you are on Wi-Fi? KRACK (Key Reinstallation Attack) - a weakness in Wi-Fi-connected devices could expose you to nearby hackers. https://www.cnet.com//krack-microsoft-windows-amazon-fre/

National Cybersecurity Month - Week 2 - Cybersecurity in the Workplace is Everyone’s Business Creating a culture of cybersecurity is critical for all organizations large and small businesses, academic institutions, non-profits, and government agencies and must be a shared responsibility among all employees. Tools linked here showcase how organizations can protect against the most common cyber threats. Resources are also offered to help organizations strengthen their cybe...r resilience, including the use of the National Institute of Standards and Technology Cybersecurity Framework. https://www.dhs.gov/stopthinkconnect-toolkit Please share with your friends and business conntacts.

US Department of Homeland Security Presents National Cyber Security Awareness Month October is National Cyber Security Awareness Month. The US Department of Homeland Security is offering tips and resources for individuals and business to increase awareness about Cyber Security. The theme for this week is Simple Steps to Online Safety. http://www.stcguide.com/

Technology and support by goINET is allowing the Madison Mountaineering Expedition and Climbers to stay in touch with family & friends, run their businesses, send and receive email, use Cloud Services and post to Blogs and Social Media. The goINET support team was also able to fix various computer issues such as removing Malware/Spyware, fix Windows Blue Screen crashes, VPN Connectivity issues, Wi-Fi problems, etc... If we can do in the remote areas of Nepal, Himalayas (Everest) & Karakorum (K2) at altitudes of 17,000 feet and above, we can definitely do it for you Business. Don't hesitate to contact us with any support or IT needs at [email protected] or [email protected] or by phone at 314-436-1700.

We now know that Joe is OK! Thank you everyone for reaching out and asking about his status! You can stay current here: http://madisonmountaineering.com/dispatches

We are hiring again! We are looking for AMAZING people to join our incredibly talented staff! Are you that person, or do you know someone who may fit in?! Let's talk...

From the security desk - Three things you need to know TODAY: 1. If you are still running Windows XP, you NEED to upgrade. We can help! 2. If you are using Internet Explorer as your web browser; STOP! Download Chrome or Firefox! 3. If you haven't updated Java or Flash in a while, do so NOW!... There are active exploits in the wild today that can compromise your computer. Don't hesitate on these! Contact us for more details!

goINET is hiring!! If you know anyone interested, have them get in touch with us!