Ways to Cut Spam from Your Inbox
No matter how many times a day you may check your email inbox, there are probably still messages in there. You may have hundreds, even thousands of messages in your inbox. Getting spam doesn’t help you stay ahead. That’s why we’re sharing these tips to keep your inbox clear of spam messages. To start, migrate […]
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Tackle These Four False Assumptions about Cyber Attackers
There’s one big assumption about cyber attackers that we regularly refute: “It can’t happen to me.” At this point, most businesses do recognize the serious nature of the cyberattack threat. Yet other assumptions about cyber attackers may also make your business vulnerable. Educate your employees about these four main misconceptions. Raising their awareness can help […]
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Pros and Cons of Employee-Monitoring
Employee-monitoring is a phrase that generates discomfort. It sounds very Orwellian, or as if you’ll have all sorts of cameras on your people as if they’re in a reality TV show. When thinking of installing software on work computers, consider both pros and cons. The pandemic sent many people home to work. Businesses that were […]
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Don’t Give Up on Password Managers
Seeing a major password manager breached, it’s hard not to throw up your hands and say, “it’s helpless.” Still, don’t give up on all password managers. Used properly, they are still better than a password spreadsheet or sticky notes of your credentials. Plus, it’s definitely smarter than reusing the same password to access more than […]
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Stop Using Windows 8.1 and Windows 7 – Do It Now!
Few of us are big fans of change. It can be easier to keep on going down that same path or use that same computer software; it’s comfortable and familiar. As of January 10, 2023, however, Microsoft has stopped providing support for Windows 8.1, which means you need to make a change. It’s time. If […]
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Watch the Little Things in Cybersecurity
Author Richard Carlson tells the world, “Don’t Sweat the Small Stuff” in his popular book. Yet he’s not in the cybersecurity realm. When it comes to protecting your business, you do want to watch the little things. Avoiding small matters could bring big risks. You’re already keeping an eye on the big things such as […]
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What Is Co-Managed IT?
To be successful in business today you need technology and the expertise to manage it. Yet recruiting and retaining internal IT experts is challenging. Those who know how to support, secure, and scale technology assets are in high demand. That’s one reason many take advantage of co-managed IT. Co-managed IT sees your internal teamwork alongside […]
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Leave that USB Drive Where You Found It
You come across a thumb drive, or USB drive that you don’t recognize. Maybe you find it in the car park of your building or by the copier in the office. You’re curious or you want to plug it in to identify where to return it. Don’t do it. Risks abound. Consider this jaw-dropping example. […]
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Making Smart IT Purchases with an MSP
There is no shortage of business technology out there to choose from. The sheer volume of options is overwhelming, and it can be challenging to identify the right solution for your business. This article provides ideas to help you make smart IT purchases. You want to get the most out of your IT budget in […]
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IT Services Agreement or Block Hours Support: Which Is Best for a Small Business?
There are many types of IT support available for a business, and the two most common are “managed services” and “block hours support.” In this article, we’ll look at what these are, the advantages and disadvantages of each, and which one might be right for you. What Is Block Hours Support? With block hours support, […]
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