Thursday, March 19, 2020

A Guide To The Best Tech For Working Remotely During The Coronavirus


Monica Melton Forbes Staff Mar 12, 2020,05:51pm EST
Companies are shuttering their offices in response to the coronavirus and for many, the prospect of working remotely is now a way of life — or seems inevitable. From setting up a VPN to access work files to getting a good workout indoors, Forbes has advice on using your tech during the epidemic. 
Where people are absent from public spaces these days, they’re present online. Here’s a helpful guide to knowing if an email is trustworthy, and why downloading that fake CDC coronavirus map is definitely not a good idea. 
Coronavirus-themed cybercrime is becoming prevalent enough that the Department of Homeland Security issued a guide on how to avoid scams. 
When it comes to the basics of physical health and safety, Forbes writers have advice on how to get a workout while cooped up inside and keeping your device clean.
As remote workers make the most of their digital capabilities, there are a few best practices that can make for a smoother transition, like identifying the communications tools remote teams will use. This initial transition to working from home will be an adjustment that managers and employees can factor into the workflow. 

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