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No business is too small for strategy. A lot of smaller companies work with IT help that focuses on maintaining operations. Yet they could benefit even more partnering with a virtual CIO. Find out the benefits of the vCIO’s strategic outlook and what to look for in a vCIO.
Trusting common cybersecurity myths about the size of companies that get attacked or the invulnerability of antivirus software or malware detector could be disastrous for your business. Learn the truth behind four top cybersecurity myths in our latest.
As a business leader you have a lot to manage. That should include cybersecurity. Our latest article shares five questions execs can ask to prioritize data and tech safety and security.
A global shortage of graphics processing units (GPUs) was a problem for graphic processing unit manufacturers. Anyone who wanted a GPU in 2021 and into this year struggled to get one. But there’s supply again. That can mean good news for consumers like you. Find out the benefits.
Canadian businesses likely don’t want to be your model here, but many of them suffered downtime when a major Internet service provider went down. This serves as a reminder of the importance of having a backup plan for Internet connectivity.
SIM jacking is another way bad guys steal your identity. This time they use phishing to get your personal info and then get a new SIM card attached to your cellphone account. Then, the identity theft woes begin. Find out more about SIM jacking and what to do about it.
You may think of the Dark web as something to steer clear of as that’s where the bad guys are. However, your business could benefit from Dark web monitoring. Our latest article explains the benefits of scanning this hub for criminal activity online.
Worried about what inflation means for your business? You may be looking to streamline expenses. Find out how inflation impacts your business technology and what to do about it.
Headlines today highlight Ukrainian tragedy or North Korea testing missiles. It can seem far away from your business, yet battles are being fought online, too. Your small business’s IT systems could be weaponized for cyberwarfare.
It’s not as if the name "managed services provider " (MSP) is that self-explanatory. You might read that business description and have no real idea what it is an MSP can do for you. We’re providing managed services … OK, but what does that mean? To make things easier, this article outlines the actual IT services an MSP provides.
Learning to share is an important early-life skill. Now, you’ve mastered it, and you’re out in the workforce. Happily, digital technology makes it much easier to share business files, but that doesn’t mean you want to do so willy-nilly. Consider these best practices for sharing with both internal and external users.
For small businesses, it can be tempting to postpone cybersecurity efforts. There are many common excuses: “There’s so much to do,” “There’s not enough budget,” “Our business is too small to target,” etc. But right now, cybersecurity is a must-have for every business.
Whenever you create a graph on your computer, you’re going to need a graphics processing unit (GPU). Without one, you won’t see anything on your computer screen. So, obviously, it’s a problem when it starts to fail. This article discusses signs to look for and what to do.
Ready to be the next TikTok breakout? Or perhaps you want a video of your cockatoo “singing" “Amazing Grace” to go viral. Or you may make company promotional videos while working from home. There are many reasons you might be looking for the right home computer to do video editing. This article will help.
Software as a Service (SaaS) can save your business money. Our latest blog outlines the benefits of SaaS and how it reduces business costs. Find out more about the convenience and cost savings with SaaS.
Ransomware is on the rise. The estimated 304 million worldwide attacks in 2020 represented a 64% increase. These attacks are growing more costly, too. Ransomware payouts jumped 171% from 2019 to 2020. For businesses in any industry, ransomware is a real threat, and recovery is more taxing than you might think.
There is a lot of uncertainty in the current economy, and you may be looking to save money. Yet, if you don’t make ongoing investments in your IT, your business could suffer. Learn the risks of postponing business IT spending in our latest article.
Many businesses are putting a pause on business spending, or at least taking a cautious approach. Yet hiring a managed service provider (MSP) can help you save money. Helping you avoid costly downtime is only one of the ways. Learn more in our latest article.
No one wants to drop their laptop. Yet, it can happen. And when it does, it can be damaging. Read our latest article on ways to avoid this common problem, red flags to look for when it happens, and the steps to taken after a laptop is dropped.
Future Tech: Google, Microsoft, and Apple are joining forces to support a passwordless future! How great does that sound? Instead, we’ll use one passkey to access apps, websites, and digital services. Learn more.
Budgeting can be an exercise in frustration. You do all the work, but then it ends up all wrong. There are three main areas where IT forecasting often goes astray. We discuss what to do about them in our latest article.
The end of the year is a time for evaluations and contemplation. Don’t miss this opportunity also to review your technology. Learn the benefits and what steps to take in an effective year-end tech review.
Cyber breaches cost small businesses millions each year. You’re probably doing what you can to protect your business. But do you know the signs that you may have been breached? Our latest article shares common symptoms to keep an eye out for.
Your data is vitally important to your business, and there are two key ways to protect it. Learn the differences between backing up and archiving data and why each method is important.
Browser extensions can help you personalize your web surfing, save you time, help your work — all kinds of things. But that’s the good stuff. They can also be risky as the code can do things you didn’t intend. Learn more.
The holiday season is a top time for scammers to target you. Learn about online shopping scams and other threats to avoid while you’re trying to be festive and have fun with family and friends. We identify six top scams and share tips to stay safe.
Your business data is important. Automated backup gives businesses peace of mind. Only, you should be monitoring and maintaining automated data backup. Things change. You don’t want to find out when you need it that your auto backup didn’t work.
Is Cloud Data secure? Short answer, yes. But many businesses still need convincing. To find out more about the security of keeping your data in the cloud, read our latest article. We’ll discuss the security measures of cloud technology and best practices your business can employ.
Digital technology was supposed to improve productivity and increase employee morale. But, if your people are experiencing digital friction, you’re probably seeing the opposite results. Learn more about the causes of digital friction and how to avoid this problem in our latest blog.
Internet Explorer has been around since 1995. It may be your go-to browsing software. But as of June 15 2022, it’s no longer supported by Microsoft. That means greater security risk and could hurt your user experience too. Learn the next steps in our latest article.
If you have to change your email address, there are a lot of little things to do. You don’t want to miss any. That could be a big mistake. Don’t miss any messages or risk your account security.
You probably do employee satisfaction surveys. But what do you know about how they feel about the tech they work with every day? Our latest article recommends being proactive to find out what people like and would change about your IT infrastructure.
Don’t know what that means? You will after you read our latest article on this social engineering cyber attack. We share how crooks target individuals and businesses. Also, what to look for and how to prevent falling victim to vishing. Learn more.
Many businesses have technology they rely on that’s been around for awhile. It works well, but that doesn’t mean it is secure. Learn about legacy architecture, why it’s at risk, and how to protect it in our latest article.
The cost of a data breach jumped to a record high of nearly $4.4 million this year, according to IBM. The threat isn’t going away. You can take simple action. Our latest article shares basic steps your business can take to avoid becoming a victim.
Every watt can count towards reducing energy consumption and lowering your power bill. You might already be turning off lights when you leave a room. You can also make a difference by taking small steps with your home office setup. Learn strategies to cut personal computer power consumption.
Getting a blank screen could mean the screen is broken. But there are other symptoms to look for too. If your laptop screen breaks there are repair options. We’ll go over those and suggest ways to keep your laptop screen safe in our latest article.
When something goes wrong with your tech devices, you want it fixed right — and right away. That requires you to have a reliable computer repair shop. Find out what to look for to make sure you’re getting the best support you can.
Effective data management is an ongoing, daily thing. You need to know how and where data is used, stored, and secured. Read about best practices your business can use to ensure you’re doing all you can to keep your valuable data safe.
As the cyber environment is always evolving, insurers are regularly adapting. They may have quoted coverage for a particular risk but then changed their policies to decline that risk a year later. It’s one more thing to keep abreast of while also working to secure systems against cybercrime.
We know so much more about cyber attacks. Yet email breaches continue to be costly for businesses. Every industry needs to be wary of this line of attack. This article shares common threats and the key steps to take to cut risks.
Taking a “we’ll deal with it if it happens” approach to data breaches and ransomware attacks is a costly risk. Businesses pay a lot more for data recovery after the fact. Be proactive to protect your data and back it up. Learn more in our article.
If you’re working from home more now, you may want to reassess your home office environment. Our latest article shares several simple ways you can improve productivity, make your space more comfortable, and reduce stress. Find out more.
Dripping water is an obvious indicator that your laptop or computer has been exposed to liquids. But it’s not always that easy to tell. Read about the top signs your computer has water damage.
