Author: David McFarlene

David McFarlene is the founder and driving force behind CNiC Solutions, bringing more than two decades of hands-on experience in IT support, cybersecurity, and network infrastructure. Known for his calm, solutions-first approach, David built CNiC Solutions to give Houston organizations a dependable technology partner that delivers real results—not excuses. His background spans both enterprise-level systems and small business environments, allowing him to design practical, scalable solutions for any setting. David leads with integrity, deep technical expertise, and a passion for making technology simple, secure, and reliable for every client.

Browser Push Notification Scam Explained: Examples & How to Avoid

A browser push notification scam sends fake virus and delivery alerts to your desktop. See real examples, how to spot them, and how to block and remove them.

Business Email Compromise (BEC) Statistics for 2026: Losses, Trends, and Who Gets Hit

Business email compromise cost $3.05 billion across 24,768 complaints in 2025, the FBI’s second-costliest cybercrime. See the latest BEC statistics and trends.

Best Cloud Backup Services for Business

A vendor-neutral guide to the best cloud backup services for business, ranked by fit: all-in-one, virtualization, MSP-managed BCDR, value, and cloud-native.

25 Email Scams to Watch Out For (and How to Spot Each One)

25 email scams every business should recognize, from CEO fraud and fake invoices to quishing, with clear red flags and how to stop each one.

Why Your Business Needs a Separate Guest Wi-Fi Network

A shared Wi-Fi network puts your business data one guest device away from a breach. Here are the signs you need a separate guest network, and how to build one.

What Is Whaling? The Executive-Targeted Phishing Attack

Whaling is a phishing attack aimed at executives to trigger fraudulent payments. Learn how it works, how it differs from BEC, and how to defend against it.

What Is Vishing? Voice Phishing Scams Explained

Vishing is voice phishing: scam calls that trick you into giving up money or credentials. Learn how it works, the red flags, and how to stop it.

What Is Social Engineering? Common Tactics and How to Prevent Them

Social engineering tricks people into giving up access or data. Learn the common tactics, real examples, and how to prevent them at your business.

What Is VDI (Virtual Desktop Infrastructure)?

What is VDI? A clear guide to virtual desktop infrastructure: how it works, VDI vs DaaS, persistent vs non-persistent desktops, and whether it fits your business.

What Is Smishing (SMS Phishing)? Examples and How to Avoid It

Smishing is phishing by text message. See real SMS scam examples, spot the warning signs, and get practical steps to protect your business and staff.