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August 2018

Centex Technology

Thank you for taking the time to participate in our monthly newsletter. This month we will talk about types of AI, ways in which hackers can hack your Facebook, and what a W-2 phishing attack is. We will also discuss the power of predictive analysis. You may visit our website at www.centextech.com or give us a call at 254-213-4740 if you have any questions.

Types of AI

The term Artificial Intelligence (AI) was coined by an American computer scientist John McCarthy in 1956 at the Dartmouth Conference. It is widely being used today and the term includes robotic process automation as well as actual robotics within its ambit. read more...

Ways in Which Hackers Can Hack Your Facebook

With more than 2.19 billion users worldwide, Facebook is one of the most popular social media website that comes with a promise to reconnect you with your family and friends. Given its high rising popularity, cyber criminals are targeting Facebook users each day. read more...

What is a W-2 Phishing Attack?

W-2 phishing was launched with an intention to swipe away your tax refund. More than 100 employers became victim of W-2 phishing attack in first 10 weeks of 2017, putting 120,000 taxpayers at risk of an identity fraud. As per statistics by IRS Return Integrity Compliance Services, reports of W-2 phishing emails increased by 870% in 2017 and the figures are quite alarming.
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President & CEO

In This Issue:

Types of AI

Ways in Which Hackers Can Hack Your Facebook

What is a W-2 Phishing Attack

Power of Predictive Analysis

Power of Predictive Analysis

Predictive analysis is an advanced analytical system which is used to make predictions for future events. A number of data analytical models are used to make such estimates. Techniques such as data mining, machine learning, statistics, data modeling etc. make use of current data to form predictions for future. It helps organizations better understand need of the hour and streamline their operations accordingly. Also, it helps them in improving their bottom line figures.