As you may have heard, the internet “hactivist” group Anonymous has threatened to release the source code to certain Symantec products. As of this writing, the group has back-pedaled somewhat and is now stating it will not do so. Whether or not they actually release and/or post the source code (which contains specific details on how the software works), there is some important information we have received as a Symantec Partner that needs to be shared with our clients as well as the general public at-large.

First, most of the affect products are old and out of date. Additionally, a release of the source code does not mean that any specific system has been compromised, but does mean that those with malicious intent would have specific knowledge of how to possibly circumvent the security provided by these products.

Clients with a managed services agreement do not have cause for concern, as their protection systems have been updated to current releases, more recent than the products in question. Security is always a concern, and as part of the normal maintenance we perform on your network(s), we make sure that your protection is of the latest version.

For those who are non on a services agreement, as well as the general public, we recommend the following if you utilize Symantec/Norton products, in response to the possible threat:

1. For Symantec Endpoint Protection (most business clients) and Norton Products (home users), make sure you are not only up-to-date with definitions and signatures, but also the latest version (ie Norton 2011 or 2012 and not 2006).

2. For those who utilize PC Anywhere, ensure you have a solid password in place, and access is granted to only absolutely necessary personnel.

If you have any questions, need assistance upgrading, or think your system may have been compromised, please call out office at 609-858-5542 or 877-678-0155 for assistance.

ATech Services would like to wish our clients, customers and friends a safe, healthy and happy Thanksgiving Holiday. In observance of the holiday, our offices will close at 12noon local time Wednesday, November 23 until Monday, November 28 at 8am local time, so our employees may enjoy the holiday with their families. Emergency service remains available for service agreement clients.

ATech Services is pleased to announce that we have recently added SEO (Search Engine Optimization) and Social Media Strategy to our portfolio of services. Our Google-trained professionals utilize the most up-to-date techniques to promote your web presence, putting your message in front of more potential customers. In the 21st century, web marketing is not an option, but a necessity for any business to compete.

From pay-per-click campaigns to organic website enhancements, to Facebook, Twitter , LinkedIn, and other social media networks, we have plans designed to fit most needs and budgets. Our services include regular reporting to demonstrate the results of your campaign.

These services are designed to assist our clients in both our NJ/NY/PA markets as well as our expanding Las Vegas presence. With these additions to the growing range of services we can offer our clients, ATech truly represents a “one-stop” resource for all our clients technology needs.

Please contact our office to find out how we can help increase the online presence of your business, and the many benefits it can provide.

Our New Jersey office has moved! We’ve relocated from Rt. 130 in East Windsor to 2382 Whitehorse-Mercerville Road (The Tower Building) in Hamilton (Mercerville).

To celebrate our new, larger office space, we are offering a 15% discount on all walk-in services from now until May 31!

Please be sure to come by and check out our new office.

ATech is pleased to announce our partnership with AbacusLaw, by Abacus Data Systems. AbacusLaw is a complete practice management solution for firms of all types and sizes.

Contact our office today at 609-858-5542 and find out how AbacusLaw can help streamline your practice and increase your firm’s efficiency.

We are excited to announce that ATech has entered the Las Vegas market. Our new office in Henderson, NV opens its doors Monday! The same service you’ve come to expect from us in the New Jersey area is now available in the Las Vegas metro area!

The staff at ATech would like to wish you and yours a very Happy Holiday Season! In observance of the holidays, our offices will be closed on Friday, December 24 and Friday, December 31. Emergency service will remain available.

We would like to take this opportunity to wish everyone a safe, healthy and happy Holiday Season, and a prosperous, healthy and happy 2011!

Beginning October 25, Our office will be open from 10am – 5pm, Monday-Friday for walk-in service, in order to better serve our consumer client base.

Your IT infrastructure is the lifeline of your business. Should you trust the reliability of your network to a provider that isn’t properly insured? No one expects things to go wrong, but insurance is a multi-billion dollar business for a reason.

ATech carries not only liability insurance, but also professional liability (errors and omissions). Can your current provider show you a certificate with the same? Many smaller, single-person operations have no insurance at all. Are their employees covered with Worker’s Compensation? Are they using 3rd party contractors instead of real employees? The answer to the questions are more important than you might think. We’ve seen too many “fly by night” companies that have no protections in place for their clients or employees. Make sure you, as the client, have the peace of mind of knowing your IT management provider is insured.

Please feel free to ask to see our insurance certificate, we’d be happy to show you!

Well, it’s that time of year again.  Another summer comes to a close, and the kids are back to school!  In observance of the Labor Day Holiday, ATech’s office will be close at 1pm on Friday, September 3 and will be closed on Monday, September 6.  We will re-open according to normal schedule at 8:30am Tuesday, September 7.

Best wishes to all for a safe and enjoyable holiday!