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Greetings!
Summer is officially here and while everyone is eagerly anticipating vacations and backyard barbecues, we also know that time away from the office doesn't necessarily mean time away from your clients and your daily business routine. In this month's issue, we'll provide a few tips for those Road Warriors out there that'll be working while traveling during the summer season. We'll also discuss PCI Compliance - what it is and why e-commerce sites need to pay attention to these security standards as well as give you a sneak peek into our Current Events. You'll learn ways to join our online community and interact with us via our various social media networks.
In preparation of a soon-to-be regularly featured article in our monthly bulletin, K.Tek Systems is inviting businesses to participate as a Featured Client in our K.Tek STAR Corner. Finally, we'll discuss a limited time promotion we're offering through our partners at Network Solutions to privately register your business's domains, giving you added protection and peace of mind.
Interested in learning more? Read the headlines below for a glimpse into the articles:
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 Private Domain Registration - Only $5 for 2 Year Contract - Limited Time Offer
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While the Internet has brought greater efficiency and streamlined business processes, it also brings the potential threat of identity theft and privacy issues. To mitigate the risk to your business, we've partnered with Network Solutions to offer Private Domain Registration to any K.Tek Systems client with a valid registered domain for only $5.00 with a 2 year minimum contract. This offer won't last long though - the promotion expires on August 31, 2011.
K.Tek Systems has always been concerned with protecting our client's data and ensuring that their online experiences are private and confidential. As long-time advocates of managing Internet security and ensuring the privacy of individuals wanting to register domain names, K.Tek Systems sought out a partner whose like-mindedness would ensure that our clients received the highest level of protection against SPAM and other virtual attacks.
How Can We Protect YOU Against SPAM and Identity Theft?
By adding Private Registration to a domain name, your business's personal information is protected from the public. K.Tek Systems, c/o Network Solutions will provide alternate contact information for display in the public WHOIS database listing, thereby protecting you from SPAM and identity theft as well as telemarketing and direct marketing solicitations.
What Will You Get for Adding Private Registration to Your Domain Name?
- Privacy - Use of alternate contact information keeps personal information out of the public eye.
- Protection - Private Registration helps to prevent emails from spammers and calls from telemarketers.
- Value -You will have peace of mind knowing that your personal information will not be misused.
- Control - Unlike other proxy services, your business remains the registrant for the private domain name.
- Email Masking - We'll provide a private registration email address (c/o Network Solutions) that will change every 10 days, filters messages for SPAM and then forwards them to the designated email account for the domain.
Bottom line, if you're concerned about the security and privacy issues surrounding your domain, then contact our Web Technology Consultant, Joe Muscolina and he'll be happy to answer any questions you may have as well as discuss how implementing this solution will specifically impact your business. This promotion ends August 31, 2011 so don't wait to protect your company's confidential information and get Private Registration for your domain today! |
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Technology Tip of the Month:
Unleash Your Inner Road Warrior
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Let's face it. Going on vacation doesn't necessarily mean that we can completely "unplug" from our offices or clients. It's important to know the secrets of seasoned road warriors so that you can maximize the time you're spending focusing on efficiently helping your clients and coworkers so that you can get back to what's most important while on vacation...relaxing while spending time with friends and family! Here are some nifty tricks we learned from PCWorld Magazine to keep in your mobile warrior toolbox.
Install a Security System for Your Laptop
Consider this a "guard dog" for your computer. Imagine you're traveling for business or while on vacation and are spending the morning catching up on email, preparing a presentation, and analyzing confidential reports for a client. Now imagine that you briefly step away from your computer, say to grab that second cup of coffee, and poof! Your laptop is gone, along with all of your sensitive and private data. Before this scenario becomes a reality, use the tools seasoned business travelers use to work publicly and safely.
Make sure that your laptop is secure. In addition to having a physical laptop lock, implement FREE software that's designed to deter thieves & recover laptops.
- Laptop Alarm - When the product is turned on, loud alarms will sound if anyone unplugs your power cord, moves your mouse or tries to shut down your computer.
- Yawcam - This application turns your Webcam into a motion-sensing security camera capable of uploading photos of potential thieves to the FTP Server of your choice, including ones at K.Tek Systems.
- LaptopLock - If your laptop has already been stolen, all is not lost if you've installed this utility. It focuses on data retrieval and extra security from stolen computers so that you can remotely delete files, encrypt data and even log the IP address of your pilfered computer to provide to law enforcement authorities.
Set Your Computer to Auto-Lock & Unlock
 Ever wonder what's going on with your computer when you walk away from it in a public place like a beach or restaurant? Well wonder-no-more! BtProx monitors the proximity of your computer to your cell phone or Bluetooth device and auto-locks it when the phone goes out of range. So, if you step away from your laptop with your mobile phone in your pocket or purse, you won't have to worry about prying eyes as your computer and its contents will be protected. Additionally, the application also allows you to launch other programs when you issue the "lock" command. This means that you can set your computer to auto-lock AND turn on your laptop security system at the same time, all while you walk away from your computer and hopefully return to enjoying your tropical escape from the office!
Article Reference: PCWorld.Com
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PCI Compliance for E-Commerce Businesses |
 PCI Compliance. You may have heard of the term but do you know what it means? Payment Card Industry Compliance is often confusing for businesses conducting E-Commerce transactions. Since it potentially affects every business that accepts credit card payments, it's imperative that you understand the fundamentals of PCI Compliance so that your business's best interests are protected. A failure to understand and adhere to compliance standards could result in exorbitant fines from credit card issuers and increased merchant account fees.
PCI stands for Payment Card Industry and often refers to Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard, or PCI DSS. Power-house credit card brands like Visa, Discover, American Express, and MasterCard developed the standard of PCI Compliance after uniformly creating the PCI Security Standards Council, which regulates compliance regulations. The primary purpose of PCI DSS is to maintain a standard practice which all credit card brands utilize to protect cardholder data from being misappropriated.
E-Commerce businesses are primarily affected by PCI Compliance standards because they are required to be PCI DSS. For instance, a business that does 20,000+ credit card transactions annually will have to meet validation requirements demonstrating their compliance. Requirements can vary depending on the number of transactions performed but may involve completing a questionnaire to even an on-site visit by an accredited auditor. Many of K.Tek's E-Commerce clients process significantly fewer credit card transactions annually, yet they too must be PCI Compliant. However, if your business does not store, transmit or process any credit card data, then your business may not be held to PCI DSS standards. Nevertheless, if you do accept credit cards through a payment gateway such as PayPal or a merchant account provider like PlugandPay, you should confirm whether the providers you're using are PCI Compliant. Determining whether or not your E-Commerce business is PCI Compliant can be confusing. Fortunately, the consultants at K.Tek Systems can provide guidance in determining your E-Commerce business's PCI Compliance. To learn more about PCI Compliance, please visit the PCI Security Standards Council website www.pcisecuritystandards.org.
Have more questions? Wondering if your business is compliant or even how to set-up your website for PCI Compliant E-Commerce transactions? Contact K.Tek Systems for a FREE consultation and to learn more about PCI Compliance and E-Commerce Solutions for your business from an authoritative source. Article Reference: PracticalECommerce.com |
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K.Tek STAR Corner - Become a Featured Client of the Month
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Do you crave the limelight for your business? Then showcase your company and become a Featured Client in the K.Tek Communiqu�! We take special pride in our client's successes and immensely appreciate the long-term relationships we've established over the years. As a thank you to our loyal clients, we want to present the opportunity to feature your business in an edition of our monthly bulletin. In keeping with our mission, we're pleased to profile your company and cross-promote your business to all of our clients and contacts.
Here are just some of the many benefits you'll see from becoming a K.Tek STAR:
- Promotional feature in an edition of K.Tek's monthly bulletin giving you the potential to reach over 4,000 people!
- Exposure of your business across each of our social media networks extending the reach of your audience to over 10,000 members of various online communities!
- Web-links to Your Business Homepage
- Direct Contact Information for Your Company
- Access to Your Featured Article for Posting to Your Company Website - we can even help you do this!
Ready to become a contender and possibly be featured in the K.Tek Communiqu�? All you have to do is fill out our online submission form to be entered for a chance to be featured! If you've been selected as a Featured Client for the K.Tek STAR Corner, then you'll be notified by email at the address you provided in the online submission form by K.Tek's Marketing Manager.
And now for a few minor stipulations to becoming a premier K.Tek STAR:
- Your company must have used K.Tek's services for your business as a client of our company.
- All required fields of the online submission form must be completed.
- K.Tek Systems reserves the right to choose the Featured Client, edit, add, or remove content to the information provided in the submitted form.
- K.Tek Systems reserves the right to use the online submission form content in any marketing initiatives to promote said company.
 Have questions or need more information about our K.Tek STAR Program? Contact our Marketing Manager for assistance.
So what are you waiting for? Complete the online submission form today and you may just end up being a K.Tek Systems STAR!
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K.Tek Connections - Our Social Media Network
Want a sneak peak at the fun things happening around K.Tek? Need to know the latest trends in technology that'll improve your business? Then join, follow & participate in each of our social media networks! Here you'll learn about current industry news, our featured services, our philanthropic endeavors, and of course, ways to increase your productivity AND your bottom line. We're committed to educating you in an easy to understand, relatable way that's also a data-sharing hub to exchange ideas. We want you to know that "real" people comprise the K.Tek team and that we're dedicated to improving your return on your technology investment by interacting directly with you across different platforms. Our goal is to continually cultivate relationships with others interested in technology. We hope that you'll join, follow and participate in the discussion on each of our social media networks - you never know what kind of exciting news & cutting edge information you'll learn about! | |
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Current Events
 Thursday, August 4th - K.Tek Systems, CEO Kimberly During will be appearing from 2:00PM - 3:00PM EST on the "Business Leader Regional Report: Tampa" radio program hosted by Wade Taylor of wsRadio.com and presented by Business Leader Media. She'll be discussing industry trends, the direction of our company and some keys to her long-term success. More information regarding the program will be posted across K.Tek's social media outlets closer to the air-date, so stay tuned!
 Thursday, August 4th - K.Tek Systems, CEO Kimberly During will be attending a cocktail reception, at Neiman Marcus in International Plaza at 5:30PM which will honor all of the finalists for the Tampa Bay Business Journal's BusinessWoman of the Year award. The pre-event is being hosted by the sponsors of the award. A champagne toast is scheduled to take place at 6:00PM so let's all raise a glass in celebration of the Bay area's brightest female business leaders.
 Friday, August 19th - Kimberly During, K.Tek Systems CEO, will be attending the Tampa Bay Business Journal's 2011 BusinessWoman of the Year Award Ceremony at the Renaissance Vinoy & Gold Club in St. Petersburg. The black-tie gala affair is certain to bring out the most influential and business savvy business leaders in the community. As a finalist in the Technology Category, Kimberly is being honored for her unique contribution to the field which spans almost two decades. Once a winner is announced from each category, an overall winner will be proclaimed the 2011 BusinessWoman of the Year. On behalf of Kimberly, we hope to see you at the event! Want to wish Kimberly good luck and congratulations? Send her a celebratory message!
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 Our custom solutions can be developed to increase productivity, profitability or streamline and automate processes across vertical markets. We understand that every business has unique needs and therefore only implement solutions which are tailored to a client's specific goals. If you'd like to learn more about utilizing web technology for maximizing your business potential, please contact K.Tek Systems at (727) 726-1700, email our Web Technology Consultant, Joe Muscolina and visit our website.
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