Technology & Security Blog

Retail surveys are sent out to customers so the retailer can learn more about what customers want and how they can improve.

Video chats are becoming essential to network with others, hold meetings for work, and to connect with loved ones and friends.

Once again, with great honor, we are proud to announce that Links Technology has been reverified as a Veteran-Owned Small Business for the next three years.

During these scary and unprecedented times, many people have found themselves unemployed.

Netflix, Disney+, Spotify, and many more are being used in phishing scams!

Evil email attacks are still circulating while this Coronavirus pandemic is taking place. Many hackers are using an email claiming “You Are Infected.”

Due to the Coronavirus Pandemic, Microsoft has pushed back deadlines for two versions of Windows 10.

Your support requests and concerns are very important to us. Our staff is working around the clock to give our customers top-notch support.

After 5 years, we have just recently been promoting and exhibiting at park district trade shows solely focusing on our Central Parks brand/app platform.

Working remotely may be a part of your job, but you should be mindful of the following risks using public Wi-Fi and how to avoid them.

On Saturday, December 7th Links Technology celebrated its 20th anniversary with a gala party at the Renaissance Schaumburg Hotel.

We live in a digital-centric world, where technology Be prepared for a disaster so you never have one!

The Links Technology Cup was yet another success on August 14th with around 150 golfers playing 18 holes and taking part in different contests on each hole.

This law will require companies to notify the attorney general in the event of certain data breaches.

It can be really frustrating when people leave negative comments on your Business Facebook Page. A common name for these people is "Facebook Trolls."

This year our employees collected food items for our Food Donation Drive for Volunteers of America.

National Data Privacy Day is on January 28th! Check out some of our quick tips on how you can protect your data.

Be wary of phishing, use strong passwords, consider multi-factor authentication, don't over-share on social media, and don't forget to update your software.

Have you been getting a lot of unsolicited phone calls? Do you know which ones are phone scams?

If you use any of these passwords it would be smart to change them and use the tips in our last blog.

Hackers are becoming smarter than ever. How are you supposed to determine if they are tricking you with a phishing email or not?

The key to making a strong password is to make one that you remember easily but is still a difficult password where others can't guess it.

Sometimes web nerds use intense jargon when talking to clients. Here is Web Designer/Developer terminology explained!

In July, Links COO, Jim Burke, went to visit new client, Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Inc. in Tarrytown, NY.

This year we decided to give a helping hand to a local non-profit, Wings Program Inc., as our National Non-Profit Day Project!

Besides the obvious sacrifices they have made for our country, the primary reason to hire veterans is they come with a critical skill set—discipline.

Comcast users, we are getting word of widespread Comcast outages across the country causing internet latency and total outages.

Some concerning news has surfaced about Facebook allowing your private information to be used by third-party violators.

Links Technology was proud to be a part of the 2018 IAPD/ IPRA Soaring to New Heights Conference on January 18 and 19 in Chicago!

Netflix has been hit by a massive phishing attack campaign.

The ongoing legal dispute between Snopes and Proper Media is now causing some major financial issues.

You know all those recent email scams? Well, now hackers are targeting your smartphone with a text invitation that appears to be a shopping scam.

The 10th Annual Links Technology Cup golf outing is right around the corner! On August 9th, teams of four will compete for the Links Cup.

Yesterday there were multiple reports of yet another massive ransomware cyber-attack affecting several European countries.

With great honor, we announce that Links Technology has been verified by the U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs CVE as a Veteran-Owned Small Business.

Links Technology demonstrated how easily a phone could be hacked at the SBA Leadership Luncheon with an interactive game show themed thriller.

Remember the W-2 scam trying to trick payroll and human resource officials into disclosing employee names, social security numbers, and income information?

If you have never used an external recruiter, you might be wondering why external IT staffing firms are the go-to solution for many fortune-500 companies.

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The Links Technology Cup went to a dramatic sudden-death playoff in its 9th year while raising funds for the Schaumburg Park Foundation on August 10th.

We recently became aware of a new wave of email scams that are extremely dangerous and more invasive than ever.

In partnership with Alexian Brothers (AMITA) and made possible by a grant from Verizon, Links Technology recently developed a fitness app called Fit Pals.

The Links Family thanks you for your partnership and wishes you and your family a joyous holiday season as we look forward to another great year in 2016!

The new Windows 10 Operating System was released on July 29th to replace Windows 8.1, aiming to bring back classic Windows while continuing to innovate.

Fresh off the heels of a 2nd place finish in the The Fittest Loser competition, the Links Technology team is making a splash in the fitness arena again.

On April 21st Google will begin rolling out its Mobile Friendly search algorithm update.

March 31st is “World Backup Day”, and is a great time to ensure you backup your important documents, photos and music.

The Daily Herald's Fittest Loser At Work Challenge kicks off.

Our technology experts met countless parks and recreation professionals at the IAPD/IPRA Soaring to New Heights conference in Chicago from January 22–24.

Our PowerShark EQR user guide and training videos have been recognized in the Chicago Chapter of the Society for Technical Communication competition.

We recently launched Wheeling Park District’s redesigned website, advancing their web presence and adding dynamic capabilities for both visitors and staff.

In its 7th year, the Links Technology Cup successfully raised funds for the Schaumburg Park Foundation while providing a spirited golf tournament.

PGA Professionals looking for the latest news in professional golf need look no further than the newly launched PGA Magazine app for iPhone and Android.

Health Environment Art Services, a national healthcare art services firm, has a new redesigned website from Links Technology.

The top signage maker in Schaumburg—Divine Signs—has a new responsive website that takes their online presence to a new level for phone and tablet users!

Marriott Theatre's website was recently re-launchedwith a ground-up redevelopment and clean modern design on a cutting-edge content management system.

Links Technology Solutions has become a Preferred Partner in Dell’s PartnerDirect program, earning required certifications.

Millions of computer will be at risk on April 8, 2014 when Microsoft discontinues support and security updates for Windows XP.

Security updates from Microsoft for Windows XP will end on April 8, 2014—a winning lottery ticket for a hacker!

It seems like every day a new app or new device comes out, and over the past year our team has put many to the test.

MTI hosted the Schaumburg Business Association's first inaugural Grand Prix Pinewood Derby on Thursday.

This Thanksgiving, Links will be reaching out to those less fortunate with a Thanksgiving Food Drive for Ontarioville Elementary School in Hanover Park.

Links Technology was pleased to be a part of The IPRA/IAPD annual conference for parks and recreation held this week at the Hyatt Regency in Chicago.

The iPad has changed how we consume info—liberating millions from their desks. But now researchers warn that iPad related neck injuries are a very real risk.

Last week, Links Technology and Schaumburg Golf Club hosted the 5th Annual Links Technology Cup golf tournament benefiting the Schaumburg Park Foundation.

Make a big difference in the lives of children who have experienced physical and sexual abuse and vote for The CAC of North and Northwest Cook County.

Coyle Financial Counsel in Glenview, IL is the latest website redesign to get the LinksLite CMS treatment.

This past week, Links Technology launched Manotak Lodge’s completely redesigned website at Manotak.com.

With the proliferation of cell phones/smartphones in the United States, it is increasingly important to optimize your website experience for people on the go.

It has been more than a privilege to assist The Heart Of A Marine Foundation in their mission to serve all branches of the United States Armed Forces.