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Cybersecurity

What Is App Fatigue & Why Is It a Security Issue?

The number of apps and web tools that employees use on a regular basis continues to increase. Most departments have about 40-60 different digital tools that they use. 71% of employees feel they use so many apps that it makes work more complex. Many of the apps that we use [...]

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May

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Cybersecurity

These Everyday Objects Can Lead to Identity Theft

You wouldn’t think a child’s toy could lead to a breach of your personal data. But this happens all the time. What [...]

25
May

Microsoft

How to Use the New Virtual Appointments in Microsoft Teams

Scheduling appointments is a common activity. Salespeople often set up virtual appointments to answer questions about a product. Software companies allow people [...]

20
May

New Technology

Check Out the Coolest Tech from CES 2023

At the beginning of each year, a group of global innovators meets. They introduce and show off breakthrough technologies. It’s done at [...]

15
May

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New Technology

7 Customer-Facing Technologies to Give You an Advantage

May 10, 2023

Customers look for convenience. In today’s world that means technology that makes their life easier. From webforms to POS systems, you need to keep the customer experience in mind in all you do. When people aren’t happy with their experience interacting with a company, they leave. And their experience might [...]

Cybersecurity

6 Things You Should Do to Handle Data Privacy Updates

May 5, 2023

Once data began going digital, authorities realized a need to protect it. Thus, the creation of data privacy rules and regulations to address cyber threats. Many organizations have one or more data privacy policies they need to meet. Those in the U.S. healthcare industry and their service partners need to [...]

Microsoft

Windows 8.1 Just Lost All Support. Here’s What You Need to Know

April 30, 2023

Companies both large and small share this one cybersecurity problem. They have computers that are still running older operating systems. Staff might use these devices only occasionally. Or the company may be running customized software that won’t run on newer OS versions. The problem is that when the OS becomes [...]

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Cybersecurity

Why You Need to Think Twice Before Using Lensa AI & Other Self-Portrait Apps

April 25, 2023

It’s a common theme. You begin seeing these amazing CGI images of your friends on Facebook or Instagram. You think, “How can I make one?” Filters and self-portrait apps have come a long way. You can now make yourself look like Hollywood’s version of a character in the next hit [...]

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Microsoft

Microsoft Forms: One of the Handiest Freebies in Microsoft 365

April 20, 2023

Microsoft 365 is one of the most popular cloud platforms in the world, with about 345 million paid seats. Microsoft cloud tools numbers were up 32% in Q3 2022 compared to the previous year. One of the reasons for its continued growth is the suite of cloud tools offered in [...]

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Data Backup Is Not Enough, You Also Need Data Protection

April 15, 2023

The need to back up data has been around since floppy disks. Data loss happens due to viruses, hard drive crashes, and other mishaps. Most people using any type of technology have experienced data loss at least once. There are about 140,000 hard drive crashes in the US weekly. Every [...]

Business

8 Reasons Every Company Is Now a Technology Company

April 10, 2023

Whether you sell shoes or run an accounting firm, you need some type of technology to operate. Today’s companies aren’t just in the business of selling their own goods and services anymore. They also must master various types of digital tools. These include software, payment systems, computers, Wi-Fi networks, mobile [...]

Cybersecurity

6 Steps to Effective Vulnerability Management for Your Technology

April 5, 2023

Technology vulnerabilities are an unfortunate side effect of innovation. When software companies push new updates, there are often weaknesses in the code. Hackers exploit these. Software makers then address the vulnerabilities with a security patch. The cycle continues with each new software or hardware update. It’s estimated that about 93% [...]

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6 Ways to Prevent Misconfiguration (the Main Cause of Cloud Breaches)

March 25, 2023

Misconfiguration of cloud solutions is often overlooked when companies plan cybersecurity strategies. Cloud apps are [...]

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The Pros & Cons of Tracking Your Employees’ Every Digital Movement

March 20, 2023

Since the pandemic, employers around the world have needed to change. They’ve had to shift [...]

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Smart Tips to Stop Money From Being Stolen Through Online Banking

March 15, 2023

There are a lot of things that have changed since the invention of the internet. [...]

Cool Windows 11 Features That May Make You Love This OS

March 10, 2023

Microsoft released the Windows 11 operating system (OS) over a year ago. It was largely [...]

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4 Proven Ways to Mitigate the Costs of a Data Breach

March 5, 2023

No business wants to suffer a data breach. But unfortunately, in today’s environment, it’s difficult [...]

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Mobile Malware Has Increased 500% – What Should You Do?

February 28, 2023

Cybersecurity researchers uncovered an alarming mobile statistic. During the first few months of 2022, mobile [...]

How Is the Metaverse Going to Change Business?

February 25, 2023

The new buzzword around town is “metaverse.” But what does that actually mean for businesses? [...]

Have You Had Data Exposed in One of These Recent Data Breaches

February 20, 2023

There’s a reason that browsers like Edge have added breached password notifications. Data breaches are [...]

2023 Trends in Data Privacy That Could Impact Your Compliance

February 15, 2023

Data privacy has been a growing requirement ever since the internet age began. So much [...]

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8 Tech Checks to Make Before You Travel

February 10, 2023

Our technology inevitably comes with us when we travel. Most of us won’t even travel [...]

Maximize Your Business Potential: 7 Benefits of Outsourcing Your IT Services

February 7, 2023

Outsourcing your IT services has become a popular trend among small and large businesses alike. [...]

7 Most Exciting App Announcements at Microsoft Ignite 2022

February 5, 2023

If you follow Microsoft products, then you may know about Microsoft Ignite. Held annually, it [...]

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What’s Changing in the Cybersecurity Insurance Market?

January 31, 2023

Cybersecurity insurance is still a pretty new concept for many SMBs. It was initially introduced [...]

What Cybersecurity Attack Trends Should You Watch Out for in 2023?

January 25, 2023

The new year has just begun and it’s a time of renewal as we plan [...]

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Don’t Set Yourself Up to Fail: Tips for Safer Home Security Setups

January 20, 2023

The global home security market has been growing by leaps and bounds. By 2026, experts [...]

Align Your Team to Company Targets with Microsoft Viva Goals

January 15, 2023

You often hear the words “digital transformation” and “collaboration.” But what do they actually mean? [...]

7 VoIP Setup Tips for a More Productive Office

January 10, 2023

The global pandemic put a big emphasis on the need to run a business from [...]

5 Ways to Balance User Productivity with Solid Authentication Protocols

January 5, 2023

One constant struggle in offices is the balance between productivity and security. If you give [...]

What to Include in a Year-end Technology Infrastructure Review

December 31, 2022

When the year is coming to a close, it’s the perfect time to plan for [...]

What Are the Advantages of Implementing Conditional Access?

December 25, 2022

It seems that nearly as long as passwords have been around, they’ve been a major [...]

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Tips for Overcoming Barriers to a Smooth BYOD Program

December 20, 2022

Bring your own device (BYOD) is a concept that took hold after the invention of [...]

Simple Setup Checklist for Microsoft Teams

December 15, 2022

Microsoft Teams is a lot of things. It’s a video conferencing tool, a team messaging [...]

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7 Things to Consider When Getting a New Computer to Avoid Buyer’s Remorse

December 10, 2022

Have you ever bought a new computer and then had buyer’s remorse a few months [...]

7 Apps That Can Help You Improve Customer Experience in 2023

December 5, 2022

Paying attention to your customer experience directly impacts your bottom line. Companies that are “customer-centric” [...]

What Are the Most Helpful VoIP Features for Small Businesses?

November 30, 2022

Just five or six years ago, VoIP was still considered a “different” type of business [...]

Simple Guide to Follow for Better Endpoint Protection

November 25, 2022

Endpoints make up much of a company’s network and IT infrastructure. This is a collection [...]

Insider Threats Are Getting More Dangerous! Here’s How to Stop Them

November 20, 2022

One of the most difficult types of attacks to detect are those performed by insiders. [...]

Everything You Need to Know About Microsoft Viva Sales

November 15, 2022

Data entry can be a real drag for salespeople. The time they spend on administrative [...]

Checklist for Better Digital Offboarding of Employees

November 10, 2022

Digital footprints cover today’s modern workplace. Employees begin making these the moment they’re hired. They [...]

9 Urgent Security Tips for Online Holiday Shopping

November 5, 2022

The holiday shopping season is taking off. This means that scammers have also revved up [...]

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7 Pro Tips for Microsoft 365

October 31, 2022

Microsoft 365 is the most popular of all major office productivity software. It has 48.8% [...]

What Is Microsoft Defender for Individuals & What Does It Do?

October 25, 2022

When you hear about Microsoft adding security apps to M365, it’s often the business versions. [...]

The Biggest Vulnerabilities that Hackers are Feasting on Right Now

October 20, 2022

Software vulnerabilities are an unfortunate part of working with technology. A developer puts out a [...]

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Small Businesses Are Attacked by Hackers 3x More than Larger Ones

October 15, 2022

Have you felt more secure from cyberattacks because you have a smaller business? Maybe you [...]

Internet Explorer Has Lost All Support (What You Need to Know)

October 10, 2022

After being the main entry to the internet in the late 1990s and early 2000s, [...]

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5 Mistakes Companies Are Making in the Digital Workplace

October 5, 2022

The pandemic has been a reality that companies around the world have shared. It required [...]

You Need to Watch Out for Reply-Chain Phishing Attacks

September 30, 2022

Phishing. It seems you can’t read an article on cybersecurity without it coming up. That’s [...]

What Should You Do to Reduce Risk When Your Mobile Device Goes Missing?

September 25, 2022

Few things invoke instant panic like a missing smartphone or laptop. These devices hold a [...]

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Microsoft Productivity Score Overview

September 20, 2022

Productivity can be challenging to track, no matter where employees are working. How do you [...]

Helpful Tips for Keeping Your Shared Cloud Storage Organized

September 15, 2022

Cloud file storage revolutionized the way we handle documents. No more having to email files [...]

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6 Important IT Policies Any Size Company Should Implement

September 10, 2022

Many small businesses make the mistake of skipping policies. They feel that things don’t need [...]

6 Discontinued Technology Tools You Should Not Be Using Any Longer

September 5, 2022

One constant about technology is that it changes rapidly. Tools that were once staples, like [...]

How Using the SLAM Method Can Improve Phishing Detection

August 31, 2022

There is a reason why phishing is usually at the top of the list for [...]

Did You Just Receive a Text from Yourself? Learn What Smishing Scams to Expect

August 25, 2022

How many text messages from companies do you receive today as compared to about two [...]

How Often Do You Need to Train Employees on Cybersecurity Awareness?

August 20, 2022

You’ve completed your annual phishing training. This includes teaching employees how to spot phishing emails. [...]

Home Security: Why You Should Put IoT Devices on a Guest Wi-Fi Network

August 15, 2022

The number of internet-connected devices in homes has been growing. It’s increased exponentially over the [...]

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Get More Unplugged Laptop Time with These Battery-Saving Hacks

August 10, 2022

One of the big draws of a laptop computer is that you can use it [...]

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5 Exciting Ways Microsoft 365 Can Enable the Hybrid Office

August 5, 2022

“Hybrid office” is the new buzzword you’ll hear used in business discussions. It’s the mix [...]

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Which Form of MFA Is the Most Secure? Which Is the Most Convenient?

July 31, 2022

Credential theft is now at an all-time high and is responsible for more data breaches [...]

What does the global chip shortage mean for your business?

July 25, 2022

For the past couple of years, the tech world has been struggling with a huge [...]

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Top 5 Mobile Device Attacks You Need to Watch Out For

July 25, 2022

Smartphones and tablets are often the preferred device for communications, web searching, and accessing many [...]

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Signs That Your Computer May Be Infected with Malware

July 20, 2022

Approximately 34% of businesses take a week or longer to regain access to their data [...]

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Should I Consider Switching to Microsoft’s Edge Browser? (Top Features)

July 15, 2022

One of the most important applications we choose is our internet browser. When on a [...]

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Pros & Cons of Using the Windows 365 Cloud PC

July 10, 2022

While many companies have moved most of their workflows to the cloud, there is still [...]

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Are Two Monitors Really More Productive Than One?

July 5, 2022

When you see those people with two monitors, you may assume they do some specialized [...]

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What You Need to Know About the Rise in Supply Chain Cyberattacks

June 30, 2022

Any cyberattack is dangerous, but the particularly devastating ones are those on supply chain [...]

Do you struggle with your VPN?

June 29, 2022

With many of our mobile workforces now working in a hybrid environment or fully remote, [...]

The most powerful Microsoft Teams feature you might not know about.

June 29, 2022

If you’ve been using Microsoft Teams for some time now, you’ll know how powerful it [...]

3 tips to speed up your internet (at home or in the office)

June 29, 2022

Almost all workforce employees rely on an internet connection to get their work done. In [...]

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What Are the Best Ways to Give an Older PC New Life?

June 25, 2022

Purchasing a new computer is a big investment. Many small businesses and home PC owners [...]

Microsoft Teams Plan Comparison: Free vs M365 Business vs Teams Essentials

June 20, 2022

The shift to remote work over the last two years has caused companies to realign [...]

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How to Protect Your Online Accounts from Being Breached

June 15, 2022

Stolen login credentials are a hot commodity on the Dark Web. There’s a price for [...]

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6 Ways to Combat Social Phishing Attacks

June 10, 2022

Phishing is the number one method of attack delivery for everything from ransomware to credential [...]

The June 2022 Guide – Business Owners briefing: Reducing the Burden On Your Brain and Increase Productivity

June 8, 2022

The business owner’s briefing: Reduce the burden on your brain and Increase Productivity The latest [...]

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4 Interesting Cloud Storage Trends to Watch for in 2022

June 5, 2022

One area of cloud computing that is used widely, but often isn’t as flashy as [...]

5 Things You Should Never Do on a Work Computer

May 31, 2022

Whether you work remotely or in an office, the line between personal and work tasks [...]

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Alarming Phishing Attack Trends to Beware of in 2022

May 25, 2022

In 2020, 75% of companies around the world experienced a phishing attack. Phishing remains one [...]

Important Steps to Take Before You Recycle a Mobile Phone Number

May 20, 2022

It’s not unusual to change a mobile number from time to time. For example, when [...]

These Google Search Tips Will Save You Tons of Time!

May 15, 2022

Over 2.4 million searches happen every minute on Google. It’s often the first stop people [...]

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Top 5 Cybersecurity Mistakes That Leave Your Data at Risk

May 10, 2022

The global damage of cybercrime has risen to an average of $11 million USD per [...]

What Are the Most Helpful Features of Windows 11?

May 5, 2022

Windows 11 has been out for a few months now, beginning rollout in October of [...]

What could digital IT transformation do for your business?

May 5, 2022

Using modern technology to bring on a revolution in your business We have all seen [...]

What You Should Include in a Cyber Incident Response Plan

May 5, 2022

Data breaches or ransomware attacks are a scary reality for any small to medium enterprise. [...]

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Lead Your Business More Effectively by Implementing Unified Communications

April 30, 2022

Unified communications are a go-to solution for business owners looking to streamline their businesses and [...]

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Making Your VoIP Network Bulletproof (Six Tips to Protect Your VoIP from Cyberattacks)

April 25, 2022

Hardly any phone call system in a business beats VoIP when it comes to efficiency [...]

The Critical Importance of Virtualized Infrastructure Security (And 4 Ways to Enhance It)

April 20, 2022

A torn-down virtual infrastructure creates risks for any business. And it can have a significant [...]

How OneNote Can Streamline Team Collaboration (And Four Tips to Make the Most of This Program)

April 15, 2022

OneNote is a digital note-taking tool that comes with plenty of benefits for users. But [...]

The 7 Effective Features to Maximize Your Productivity on Google Drive

April 10, 2022

Google Drive is more than a file-sharing platform. It allows you to streamline your work [...]

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Why Protecting Your Printers from Cybercrime Is a Must (And 8 Tips for Improving Printer Security)

April 5, 2022

Printing devices are often overlooked when it comes to security. But the reality is, cybercriminals [...]

Your Essential Cloud Migration Strategy Checklist

April 5, 2022

Use any device, anywhere, any time. If you’ve ever considered moving your business’s data and [...]

Timeless Methods of Improving Your Productivity – Here are 7 Things You Can Do to Be More Productive

March 31, 2022

Low productivity can be a massive obstacle to growing your business. Luckily, there are many [...]

What Is an MSP (And How to Choose the Right One for Your Business)

March 25, 2022

Managing data and IT solutions in-house can be challenging and expensive. That’s why many organizations [...]

Is Updating From Windows 10 to 11 Worth It? Here Are the New Features in the OS (And Some Missing Ones)

March 20, 2022

Getting used to Windows 11 shouldn’t be too challenging. On the contrary, the OS comes [...]

Why Having a Continuity Plan Is a Sign of Great Leadership (And How to Create a Foolproof Plan)

March 15, 2022

Your business faces all sorts of threats that can disrupt your operations. A comprehensive continuity [...]

It’s No Internet Explorer – 7 Features of Microsoft Edge That Make the App a Productivity Powerhouse

March 10, 2022

Many business owners shy away from Microsoft Edge, thinking it’ll slow down their operations. However, [...]

Which Type of Hacker Is Endangering Your Business Data? (And How to Protect Your Sensitive Info From Them)

March 5, 2022

Your data is pivotal to running a successful company. If you don’t have proper security [...]

The 7 KPIs for ROI from IT

March 5, 2022

How to ensure your business’s spend on IT is an investment, and never an expense. [...]

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Improve Your Workplace Productivity With Microsoft Word: 11 Tips To Make the Most of This Program

February 28, 2022

Microsoft Word is an indispensable part of most business environments. It has numerous features that [...]

How to Save 20% on the Cost of Microsoft 365 (for Business)

February 24, 2022

Microsoft has done it again, and business users are worried that this might not all [...]

Why Your Business Should Ditch the Servers and Upgrade to the Cloud

February 15, 2022

Business of all shapes and sizes and across all sectors are rapidly ditching their on-site [...]

How To keep your business’s data ultra-safe during the Work From Home revolution

February 5, 2022

You have all the right data security software and multiple safeguards in place to keep [...]

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Defend and Invest – Your Technology Strategy for 2022

January 28, 2022

Did you take a short break and disconnect for the Holidays? Even if it was [...]

Your “Master Password” Should ALWAYS Be 100% Unique

January 26, 2022

A Verizon Data Breach Report that was issued in 2017 revealed that 81 percent of [...]

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Finding the Right IT Provider: Avoid These 8 Mistakes

February 25, 2022

Your business can benefit a lot from working with an IT provider. However, you need [...]

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11 Effective Security Measures To Bolster Your Microsoft 365 Data Protection

February 20, 2022

Making the most of your Microsoft 365 apps requires you to adopt appropriate security measures. [...]

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Enhance Your Server Management with These 8 Tips

February 15, 2022

You may have state-of-the-art servers, but their efficiency can diminish over time. Managing them is [...]

Enhancing Office Productivity With Google Chrome: The 12 Best Extensions To Improve Your Workflow

February 10, 2022

Working from your computer or smartphone is convenient, but it can also be distracting. To [...]

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Increasing Your Office Productivity With Streamlined Android Apps – The 3 Best Solutions

February 5, 2022

Is your team also using their Android mobile devices to do their tasks? Incorporating an [...]

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The Importance of Online Reputation Management (And 8 Tips To Improve It)

January 30, 2022

Online reputation can make or break your chances of landing and retaining clients. That’s why [...]

Making Your Mobile Devices Safe From Cyberattacks: The 9 Best Practices

January 25, 2022

The reality is, mobile devices are less safe than desktop computers. Boosting security on such [...]

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