Recently, Apple and Facebook admitted to security breaches. The two companies – and others – were the target of a widespread cyber attack. With companies like Facebook hacked, read on to see how this affects your data security.

App privacy concerns are a big deal to today’s smartphone users. Status updates, sharing photos, checking in at a favorite restaurant… And it’s still the wild west for smartphone apps. Most apps have been around less than 5 years. Check out this important update on app privacy from ITM Computing.

Did you know that your smartphone do more than make calls or play silly games? The fact is, smartphones help you save money. Your smartphone can be a big help when you’re looking for ways to economize. Check out ITM’s list of ways you can save big with your smartphone.

Interested in purchasing a Mac but afraid to leave Windows behind? Consider dual boot! You’ll get the benefits of the Apple hardware and operating system, along with the convenience of Windows. For many users, dual booting is a win-win.

We’ve all seen the ads for solar phone chargers. But are these solar-powered chargers worth your investment? We think so! Our belief is solar charging technology has come a long way in the past few years. Purchasing a solar phone charger is a great way to save energy, stay connected and be prepared.

Are you currently backing up your important data in the cloud? If not, ITM highly recommends you consider using a cloud data storage provider to protect your important data from a hard drive failure or other disaster.
As this industry grows, storing your data in the cloud is getting cheaper, easier and even safer. Here are some top cloud data storage providers that ITM recommends you consider:

Oh no, my computer has a virus!
My Computer has a Virus! Don’t Panic, ITM’s got you Covered
We’ve all experienced that sinking feeling when we first suspect our computer’s been compromised. But don’t worry, ITM Computing can help. Be safe and ‘manage the damage’ by following these simple steps.
Here are a few simple steps to take immediately if you suspect your computer has been infected:

Effective January 26, 2013 it is now illegal to unlock your cell phone. This is a 180-degree shift from previous rulings issued by the Library of Congress under the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA). So, before you purchase a new cell phone, be sure you understand this new cell phone unlocking ban and how it can impact you.

Healthy Smart Phone Apps
The next frontier in smartphone app technology is here – healthy smart phone apps. Everyday, ITM Computing sees new health-oriented apps entering the marketplace.
We believe this industry is in its fledgling stages and that the next few years will see huge advances for consumers and the medical industry in healthy smart phone app technology.

Choosing a new phone is one matter, but selecting the right mobile device that has the features you want while also being versatile, robust and cost effective is quite another. For many people, these choices have narrowed down to selecting between the highly regarded iPhone and Android/Droid phone. Both phones come with a plethora of features and many advantages that make either one worthy of selection, but which one is better overall for your needs. This is truly the iPhone vs. Android contest with the winner being the one that …