Whalley Computer Continues Its Strong Growth Pattern

Mike Sheil says he enjoys his work because his business — information technology — is always changing. And he acknowledges that this is an understatement, as recent events have shown. Sheil, president of Whalley Computer Associates in Southwick, began his career with the computer reseller right after graduating from North Adams State College, now Massachusetts…

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State Awards $3.5 Million for Local Technology Infrastructure

Lt. Gov. Karyn Polito announced $3.5 million in grants to 70 municipalities through the Community Compact Cabinet Information Technology grant program. The Baker-Polito administration has now issued 749 grants worth $19.2 million through this program to help Massachusetts communities become more efficient and innovative while improving their technology infrastructure. “Technology systems support so many of…

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Paragus/Bay Path University – Cyber Audits!

Cyberattacks represent the single greatest external threat to small business owners. Due to increased risk, through a partnership with Paragus IT, Bay Path University, and Strada Education Network, your western MA non-profit business may be eligible for a highly-subsidized, confidential Cybersecurity Assessment*. Practical and cost-effective solution Made possible by a generous grant from the Strada Education…

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Comcast Introduces Fastest Internet Speeds over Wi-fi Across Northeast

Comcast announced it has introduced the fastest internet speeds over wi-fi available across the Northeast, including 14 states from Maine to Virginia and Washington, D.C. Customers can now take advantage of advanced wi-fi technology that is capable of delivering speeds faster than a gig to support the ever-increasing number of connected devices in their homes.…

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Congressman Neal discusses cyber crimes during National Cybersecurity Awareness Month | WWLP

October is both National Cybersecurity Awareness Month and Massachusetts Cybersecurity Month. Cybersecurity officials met with Congressman Richard Neal this afternoon to discuss an uptick in cyber crimes. This year’s theme is “Collaborating for a Secure Future.”  The Massachusetts IT Bond Bill included one million dollars for the Springfield Redevelopment Authority to establish a collaborative cybersecurity…

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As legislative session gets extended, Massachusetts lawmakers send $1.8 billion IT bond bill to Gov. Charlie Baker’s desk

The Legislature enacted a $1.8 billion information technology bond bill after lawmakers reached a deal on a finalized proposal late Friday. The bill now heads to Gov. Charlie Baker’s desk. The IT bond bill offers cybersecurity and technology improvements to early child care, classrooms, law enforcement, the food industry and other areas — all in…

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Bulkley Richardson to Continue CyberSafe Series on March 11

Bulkley Richardson continues its CyberSafe series on Wednesday, March 11 with a discussion on legal, technical, and law-enforcement responses to common cybersecurity incidents. “There Has Been a Security Breach. Now What?” will take place from 4 to 5:30 p.m. at Bulkley Richardson’s office in downtown Springfield. Read the source article at BusinessWest

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As Threats Evolve, Opportunities in Cybersecurity Abound

Cybersecurity experts say there’s still plenty of misunderstanding when it comes to the reality of data threats. For example, it’s not just big companies being attacked — these days, everyone is a target, and data thieves are becoming more subtle and savvy with their methods. That means companies need to be more vigilant — but…

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