Posts by Justin Torres
Using Double Authentication for Website Security
Popular services are implementing two-factor authentication. You should, too. Your password will never be enough The best practice in password generation is to use a passphrase that is too long to be predictable, but also impossible to forget. The more complicated the password, the more bits of entropy are involved, which determines how long it…
Read MoreHow to: Make sure your website’s code is compliant
Great design and relevant content comes together with proper coding With great design, comes great interoperability Online, every millisecond matters. Replacing bandwidth heavy elements like gradient backgrounds with CSS is the best way to trim your site’s load time. Visual elements such as rounded corners and gradient backgrounds have traditionally been done with some creative…
Read MoreGet Social: Join A Group
You’ve established yourself on Facebook, Google+, and LinkedIn. Now what? Your firm’s reputation starts with creating valuable online content for your profile, leaving you responsible for the overall tone of the discussion. Groups and communities build a different type of connection by inviting user generated content. What are groups and do I need one? Your…
Read MoreProduct Spotlight: TechCrunch Disrupt New York
TechCrunch Disrupt New York lived up to its hype this year, showcasing exciting new technology that businesses of all stripes can use to boost productivity and operate more efficiently. Here are some highlights from this year’s show: Microsoft Office 365 plays real-time catch-up: For several years, Microsoft Office 365 has lost the office collaboration spotlight…
Read MoreResponsive Design: Build it Once and Build for All
One of the most resilient web trends to come out of 2012 is responsive web design. In the past, mobile browsers were weak, while websites served watered down content on a separate site, often under a domain different from the desktop version. Responsive layouts take advantage of the latest CSS to resize the same HTML…
Read MoreHosting on the Cloud: Is it Right For Your Firm?
There are countless solutions for connecting the websites of individuals, Fortune 500 companies, and everyone in between to the World Wide Web. Search engines will judge websites by how fast they load, so more now than ever it’s important to determine the hidden costs of hosting. Anticipating the traffic a website will generate and planning…
Read MoreHow to Secure Your Firm’s Website
Too many attorneys leave themselves open to threats and hackers. A common misconception is that online security is a technological problem, but in reality, it is a management problem. Let’s get physical The first line of defense for any law firm is physical security. Attorneys and staff assume that a firm’s internal network is secure…
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