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Insights on cybersecurity, managed IT, and modern business technology.
Practical guidance from the MYDWARE team — protecting and modernising businesses across the Greater Toronto Area and Simcoe County.
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Technology TrendsOneDrive vs Google Drive vs Dropbox for Small Business
Choosing cloud storage for small business comes down to the tools you already use. Compare OneDrive, Google Drive, and Dropbox to find the right fit.
September 2, 2026 3 min -
Technology TrendsAI Sparks Creativity While Stirring Unforeseen Challenges
If your business relies on designers, writers, videographers, or any creative talent, you’ve probably noticed that most are using AI tools to create flashier outputs. Yet despite having “productivity boosters” at their fingertips, innovative teams aren’t getting work done any faster.
December 6, 2025 3 min -
Business Operations5 Real Tech Wins That Saved Business Owners 10+ Hours Every Week
Every year, business owners are bombarded with “must-have” apps and tech fads that promise to change everything. Most of them? Distractions. But 2025 brought a few real wins — practical tools that saved time, cut costs, and made everyday work smoother for small businesses across the GTA and Simcoe County.
November 11, 2025 3 min -
CybersecurityAre Your Employees Oversharing Company Data With ChatGPT?
Artificial intelligence tools, such as ChatGPT, are changing not only how we work but also how we think about risk. These tools can boost productivity and spark creativity, but they’ve also created a new kind of cybersecurity concern.
October 28, 2025 3 min -
CybersecurityDropbox Passwords Is Officially Shutting Down
Is your team prepared for the end of Dropbox Passwords? Its shutdown means establishments need to look for new ways to manage their sensitive information. Learn more about it here.
August 18, 2025 3 min -
CloudCloud Collaboration Tools Empower Global Teams
Are you looking for better ways to work with your remote staff? Cloud collaboration tools simplify everything from project management to document sharing. Keep reading to learn more.
June 21, 2025 3 min -
CybersecurityWhy Unapproved Apps Are the Cyber Threat No One Talks About
Your employees might be the biggest risk to your business’s cybersecurity—and not because they click weird links. The real danger? They're quietly using apps your IT team doesn’t even know about. These unapproved tools are called Shadow IT, and they’re a huge blind spot for SMBs right now.
May 26, 2025 3 min -
CloudCloud Computing for Business Data: Risks and Rewards
Is the cloud compatible with your business? Cloud computing's convenience has become a game-changer for many companies, but it’s not without challenges.
April 1, 2025 3 min -
Business OperationsPrioritizing Email Security as SaaS Costs Surge
No one ever said running a business would be cheap. Still, with market inflation in recent years, business owners like you are seeing unprecedented surges in certain costs. As consumer inflation rates increase, so do tech prices, which have nearly quadrupled. Below, we’ll explain how organizations are fighting back by reassessing their need for email security and other SaaS applications.
December 13, 2024 3 min -
CybersecurityProtecting Your Google Workspace Account From the Latest Cyber Threat
If your company relies on Google Workspace, you must know about the latest cyber threat.
September 13, 2024 3 min -
Managed ITPreventing Data Loss: Essential Tips for Businesses
Data is the lifeblood of businesses. From customer records and financial information to marketing materials and internal documents, critical business information is stored electronically. That’s why data loss can be a devastating setback for any company.
May 29, 2024 2 min -
Business OperationsTech-Enabled Remote Work Solutions
Before you offer remote work capabilities for your business, make sure you implement the right digital tools for remote work. Today's digital landscape makes it simple to work from anywhere, but how can you do so effectively? Discover valuable tech-enabled remote work solutions that will improve your organization.
May 24, 2024 3 min -
CloudDropshare Cloud Shuts Down for MacOS Users
An industry shake-up sees a popular cloud file management app disappear from its original platform. Discover when Dropshare Cloud shut down for MacOS users, the reason for its discontinuation, and what MacOS users can use in its absence. This guide covers everything you need to know about the platform's changes.
February 5, 2024 2 min -
CloudCloud Computing: Enhancing Efficiency and Collaboration in Small Businesses
Imagine a small business owner competing with larger companies for the same target audience. Unlike these companies, which offer the same products or services, yours doesn’t have a large enough team for 24/7 assistance, meaning when you close up for the day, there’s no one there to help your potential customers. Rather than maintain this reality, consider cloud computing for more efficiency.
January 27, 2024 3 min -
Technology TrendsUnderstanding the Microsoft Teams OneDrive Upgrade
As a business owner, you may rely on Microsoft Teams to support collaboration and video conferencing with your employees and clients. It’s a vital tool for remote and geographically diverse work groups. A new update for 2024 will change how your group will store and access files while using Teams.
January 17, 2024 3 min -
Technology TrendsStreamlining Collaboration: Integrating Third-Party Apps Within Microsoft Teams
In today's dynamic work environment, seamless collaboration and efficient communication are pivotal for the success of any team or organization. Microsoft Teams has emerged as a powerhouse in the realm of collaboration tools, providing a centralized platform for messaging, video conferencing, file sharing, and more. However, what truly elevates Teams' functionality is its ability to integrate various third-party applications, enabling users to streamline workflows, boost productivity, and centralize work processes within a single interface.
December 11, 2023 3 min -
Technology TrendsWhat Business Owners Should Know About the Files V3 Major Upgrade
The Files app is one of the preferred alternatives for Windows 11 users who are not willing to cope with the limitations of the native File Explorer app. It offers advanced features that business owners will find useful.
December 9, 2023 2 min -
Cybersecurity
Beware of the Phishing Campaign Targeting Dropbox
A new phishing campaign is making the rounds in an attempt for hackers to obtain sensitive information from vulnerable users. This campaign, first uncovered by tech researchers at Checkpoint, targets the popular cloud storage platform Dropbox. Learn more about the cybersecurity threat and how you can stay safe.
October 21, 2023 3 min -
Business OperationsMicrosoft Outlook Is Making Sharing Large Files Easier
Did you know that Microsoft Outlook is making sharing large files easier for users? If your employees need to send Outlook emails with large compressed files or several individual files, they may have faced the Outlook file size limit. This limit often turned sharing attachments into a chore and hurt productivity, so Outlook is rolling out a fix to simplify large file sharing.
October 6, 2023 3 min -
CybersecurityThreat Actors Are Using Fake AI To Steal Business Data
Many business owners demand software featuring artificial intelligence for its productivity capabilities. Some hackers exploit this demand by publishing targeted Facebook advertisements to garner business data, using advanced digital marketing tools for nefarious purposes. Discover the details surrounding the fake AI Facebook ads stealing business data below.
September 21, 2023 3 min
