CedarVia's IT Policy in Plain English

Quick List: 12 IT Tips

1. Use Apple devices – Macs and iPhones are the standard; they’re reliable and supported.
2. Always update your software – Install updates promptly to stay secure.
3. Turn it off and on – Restart to fix many common issues.
4. Ignore all advertising – Don’t click pop-ups, banners, or flashy offers.
5. Keep devices at room temperature – Avoid extreme heat or cold.
6. Clean with isopropyl alcohol – Use a soft cloth and no liquids or sprays.
7. Teach your email what’s spam – Mark junk, unmark good mail.
8. Teach your phone what’s spam – Block and report spam calls and texts.
9. Use long passphrases – They’re more secure and easier to remember.
10. Use Sync, not iCloud – CedarVia provides Sync for backup and file storage.
11. Use double authentication – Add a second step to your logins for more security.
12. Think before posting on social media – It’s public and part of your professional image.

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What Each Rule Means

CedarVia’s IT rules — in plain English. These twelve simple tips will help keep your tech healthy, your files safe, and your mind at ease.

1. Use Apple devices. We use Macs and iPhones at CedarVia. They’re safe, simple, and reliable. And our team knows them inside and out. Same tools, same support — easy for everyone.

2. Always update your software. When your device says it’s time for an update — do it. It’s like patching a roof: it keeps the bad stuff out and the good stuff working. Quick updates now save big headaches later.

3. Turn it off and on. If your device is acting up, restart it. Turning it off clears out digital clutter. Think of it as giving your computer a good night’s sleep.

4. Ignore all advertising — always. Whether it’s a pop-up, a banner, a flashy deal, or a “limited time offer”… ignore it. Ads try to grab your attention before you’ve made a decision. Instead, search for what you need — on your terms.

5. Keep your Apple device warm — but not hot or cold. Don’t leave your laptop in a hot car or your phone in the snow. Electronics work best at room temperature — just like people.

6. Clean with Iso — that’s isopropyl alcohol. A soft cloth and a bit of rubbing alcohol will do the trick. No sprays. No water. Just a gentle wipe to keep things clean and safe.

7. Teach your email what’s spam. If it’s junk, mark it. If it’s not, unmark it. Your email learns from you — so help it sort the good from the garbage.

8. Teach your phone what’s spam. Block spam calls. Report bad texts. The more reports a number gets, the faster the network can shut it down. Over time, we help quiet the noise.

9. Use long passphrases. Skip the short passwords. Use a passphrase — like “lemon sky drum forest.” Longer is stronger. Easier to remember, harder to crack.

10. Use Sync — not iCloud. CedarVia pays for Sync to keep your files safe and backed up. No need to double pay for cloud storage. Use the system we trust, and keep it all in one place.

11. Use double authentication. That means logging in with your password plus a code or a tap on your phone. It’s like having two locks on your door. More steps, more security.

12. Social media is public — and part of your resume. Even if your account is private, your posts can travel. Think before you share. If you wouldn’t say it to a client or Elder — don’t post it. The internet remembers.

That’s it — twelve simple rules to guide your digital life at CedarVia. Keep them in mind, and you’ll be safe, smart, and ready for whatever comes next.