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Watch Out for Ransomware Pretending to Be a Windows Update
Cybercriminals are constantly devising new ways to infiltrate systems. They encrypt valuable data, leaving victims with difficult...
Kerry Hammer
Nov 28, 20233 min read


The Land of Enchantment
<p>This October, we got a major bucket list experience. After a week in Alamogordo (and our required trip to Pistachio Land), we got to go to the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta! We got up at 3am to see the Dawn Patrol, and were back at 5pm to see the Sunset Balloon Glow. After a year<a class="more-link" href="https://thefieldtechlife.wordpress.com/2023/11/01/the-land-of-enchantment/">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">“The Land of Enchantme
Kerry Hammer
Nov 1, 20231 min read


Dell's "Invisible Computer"
The Dell OptiPlex 7070 Ultra is one of the best mini PCs we've ever reviewed, with a design that's much smaller than the likes of the...
Kerry Hammer
Oct 25, 20232 min read


10 Biggest Cybersecurity Mistakes of Small Companies
Cybercriminals can launch very sophisticated attacks but it’s often lax cybersecurity practices that enable most breaches. This is...
Kerry Hammer
Oct 25, 20234 min read


Woah.. what happened to September?
<p>Man. I blinked and September was over! We spent the first week of September at home in Texas, just chillin’. We did get out to the rifle range in the 110* heat. My poor New Jersey husband was suffering, but he was a good sport! After almost two weeks hanging out at home, we made<a class="more-link" href="https://thefieldtechlife.wordpress.com/2023/10/02/woah-what-happened-to-september/">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">“Woah.. what happened to&
Kerry Hammer
Oct 2, 20231 min read


Does Your Business Have Any Cybersecurity Skeletons in the Closet?
Let’s dive into a topic that might give you the chills—cybersecurity skeletons in the closet. You may not have old skeletons hidden away...
Kerry Hammer
Sep 26, 20233 min read


Handy Tips to Optimize a Dual-Monitor Setup for the Best Experience
Two monitors are often better than one when it comes to getting things done efficiently. A dual-monitor setup can significantly enhance...
Kerry Hammer
Sep 26, 20233 min read


An unexpected vacation
<p>The most expensive mistake Michael has ever made was to convince me to like sushi! While in New Jersey, we went to Miso Sushi, a tiny little one-woman sushi-shop and got some of the best sushi in Edison. During August we had two classes in New York, one in Westchester and one on Coney Island.<a class="more-link" href="https://thefieldtechlife.wordpress.com/2023/09/01/an-unexpected-vacation/">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">“An unexpected vacation
Kerry Hammer
Sep 1, 20232 min read


Top 7 Cybersecurity Risks of Remote Work & How to Address Them
Remote work has become increasingly popular in recent times. It provides flexibility and convenience for employees. Additionally,...
Kerry Hammer
Aug 24, 20233 min read


Ditch That Unreliable DVR and Get High-Quality Audio/Video From Your Security Cameras On Your Phone
As you know, Hammer Technical Services is constantly looking for new services to improve our offerings to our clients. The newest service...
Kerry Hammer
Aug 24, 20232 min read


Back in the van with my favorite man <3
<p>After a month of “where in the world am I going next?”, Michael and I successfully got to spend the 4th of July together with my family! We followed the classic Boerne tradition of “we’ll do absolutely anything to avoid the traffic at the county fairgrounds” and watched the fireworks on the parking lot of<a class="more-link" href="https://thefieldtechlife.wordpress.com/2023/08/01/back-in-the-van-with-my-favorite-man-3/">Continue reading <span
Kerry Hammer
Aug 1, 20231 min read


7 Smart Ways to Secure Your Wireless Printer & Keep Your Home Network Safe
Many people worry about someone hacking their computer. But they’re not really thinking about their wireless printer getting breached....
Kerry Hammer
Jul 31, 20233 min read


Check Out the Coolest Tech from CES 2023
At the beginning of each year, a group of global innovators meets. They introduce and show off breakthrough technologies. It’s done at...
Kerry Hammer
Jul 31, 20233 min read


6 Immediate Steps You Should Take If Your Netflix Account is Hacked
Netflix is one of the most popular and well-known streaming services. It has nearly 231 million subscribers around the world. It has been...
Kerry Hammer
Jul 31, 20234 min read


Detroit to Martha’s Vineyard
<p>In two weeks in Detroit, I had two days off I took the opportunity to visit the Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation. Greenfield Village was booked up, but the museum itself is worth a visit even without getting in to the village. The next weekend, I finally crossed the Canadian border. I visited Windsor,<a class="more-link" href="https://thefieldtechlife.wordpress.com/2023/07/04/detroit-to-marthas-vineyard/">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">“Det
Kerry Hammer
Jul 4, 20231 min read


Well, it’s been a while
<p>You know that feeling when you forget you have a blog? Well, a lot has happened since my last post (in June of 2022. #oops) Let’s see if I can remember where I’ve been since then: Summer 2022:Ft Campbell, KYBrooklyn, NYClarksville, GAMemphis, TNOmaha, NEDeming, NMBainbridge, GA Fall 2022:Cheyenne, WYHill City, SDLincoln, NEAnn Arbor, MIWarren, NJWestchester,<a class="more-link" href="https://thefieldtechlife.wordpress.com/2023/06/24/well-its-been-a-while/">Cont
Kerry Hammer
Jun 24, 20232 min read


What Is App Fatigue & Why Is It a Security Issue?
The number of apps and web tools that employees use on a regular basis continues to increase. Most departments have about 40-60 different...
Kerry Hammer
May 25, 20233 min read


These Everyday Objects Can Lead to Identity Theft
You wouldn’t think a child’s toy could lead to a breach of your personal data. But this happens all the time. What about your trash can...
Kerry Hammer
May 25, 20234 min read


Microsoft Teams Productivity Tips Every Boerne Business Owner Needs To Know
Every business needs the right tools to get the job done and to keep your team on track. But juggling multiple apps and software can be a...
Kerry Hammer
Apr 26, 20234 min read


10 Common Tech Problems Boerne Business Owners Are Eliminating From Their Companies Forever
They say, “You get what you tolerate” and now more than ever, we’ve been conditioned to tolerate worse service at higher prices....
Kerry Hammer
Apr 26, 20233 min read
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