Understanding the Security Features of RFID Technology vs. Smart Cards
April 2, 2024
Security is vital to all industries, from manufacturing to the healthcare sector. Breaches in security can result in stolen proprietary materials, financial loss, or worse. Certain kinds of security breaches may even put lives in jeopardy. Fortunately, there is a solution in the form of employee ID…
The Importance of Data Security in Healthcare: Protecting Patient Privacy
March 21, 2024
The healthcare sector has become increasingly data-driven as providers embrace analytics to find better solutions and improve people’s quality of life. However, this data can be a significant point of vulnerability and a tempting prize for cybercriminals to steal. Data security, the process of…
Understanding the Importance of Medical Computer End-of-Life Planning
March 14, 2024
It’s a simple but undeniable truth that no technology will last forever. Even something as well-manufactured as a medical-grade PC will inevitably degrade and fail. A significant part of being a responsible computer owner is knowing when to replace your old device. Just as important is knowing how…
HIPAA-Compliant Technology: The Ultimate Guide
March 13, 2024
Few regulations are as critical in the world of healthcare as the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). Passed in 1996 and enforced by the Office of Civil Rights, HIPAA compliance remains critical for healthcare providers and insurance companies alike. In today’s article, we…
Healthcare SSO Solutions & Their Importance
March 6, 2024
Today’s medical professionals juggle multiple applications, each requiring a unique login and password. Single Sign-On (SSO) technology aims to solve this ever-growing problem, which affects everything from workflow efficiencies to cybersecurity. Today’s article covers SSO: how it works, its…
A Comprehensive Guide to Operating Systems for Healthcare Professionals
February 29, 2024
If you use computers, you’ve probably heard the term “operating system” at least a few times. You may even understand how critical an operating system, or OS, is for a computer to function in the first place. But what about the world of healthcare? As we’ve frequently explored, the healthcare…
Maximizing Patient Care: The Benefits of Cloud Computing in Healthcare
February 20, 2024
Healthcare providers need a reliable and secure way to record their work with patients. Elements like diagnoses, treatment history, and personal health information are all critical pieces of knowledge that must be documented and stored for future reference. Over the years, the method for storing…
Safe and Secure: Eight Recommendations for Legacy Device Cybersecurity
February 13, 2024
Given the increasing threat of cyberattacks on the healthcare industry, both government agencies and private businesses have a vested interest in better protection from malicious actors. The threat has become so severe that in 2022, Congress tasked the FDA with assessing the cybersecurity strengths…
Computer Lifespans And Design Features That Extend Them For Years
February 6, 2024
Whether you’re buying a single office PC or an entire shipment of medical-grade computers for a new hospital, you want to know you’re getting your money’s worth. In particular, you want to be sure that your new computers will last long enough for you to get a good return on your investment.…
Beyond The Screen: A Comprehensive Guide to Privacy Filters In Healthcare Settings
January 16, 2024
When people think of cybercrimes, they think of things like phishing, firewalls, security encryption, and ransomware. These are all reasonable concerns, but one aspect of cybercrimes that often goes unremembered is “visual hacking.” Visual hacking is exactly what it sounds like: malicious actors…
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