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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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CybersecurityThe Hidden Price of Poor Employee Offboarding
Employee offboarding security gaps leave accounts active, devices unrecovered, and credentials exposed. Close every door before a departure becomes a breach.
October 9, 2026 3 min -
CybersecurityMicrosoft 365 Is Not Secure Out of the Box
Microsoft 365 security settings are not fully hardened by default. This practical guide covers the admin controls that close the gaps without disrupting your team.
September 25, 2026 3 min -
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 -
CybersecurityMicrosoft Ends Support for Older OneDrive Systems
If your business uses OneDrive for cloud storage, mark your calendar for August 15, 2026. This is the date that Microsoft ends support for older OneDrive systems.
August 12, 2026 3 min -
CybersecurityGigaWiper Unleashes Double Cyber Threat
What would happen to your establishment if its critical systems were wiped out today? That's the chilling reality posed by GigaWiper, a malware tool that can bypass traditional cybersecurity measures. Learn more about it here.
August 4, 2026 3 min -
Business OperationsWindows Backup Gets Smarter With Instant Restore
When you’re juggling device upgrades, onboarding, and security concerns, Windows backup is more than a safety net; it’s a productivity tool. And now, Microsoft is rolling out a new feature set that gives IT teams and employees a smoother way to recover settings and apps right when they matter most.
February 16, 2026 3 min -
Technology TrendsNever Lose a Word Document Again
Ever accidentally closed a Word document without saving, losing hours of work? Microsoft has made that problem almost disappear.
January 13, 2026 2 min -
Technology TrendsCopilot Makes Microsoft and Google Work Together
Ever felt buried under tabs, switching between Gmail, Outlook, and multiple calendars just to find a single email or schedule a meeting? Microsoft’s AI assistant, Copilot, is here to simplify that chaos.
January 9, 2026 2 min -
Technology TrendsMicrosoft Copilot’s Memory Update Is a Game-Changer for SMBs
When your AI tools don’t remember anything, it feels like starting from scratch every day. Microsoft’s newest Copilot update lets you control exactly what it keeps and forgets, giving your business a major productivity boost.
December 23, 2025 2 min -
Technology TrendsMicrosoft Word Just Made Losing Files Much Harder
Have you ever lost an important document at the most inopportune moment? It's frustrating and can cost your establishment time, money, and trust.
November 5, 2025 2 min -
Technology TrendsThe Windows 11 Update That Could End Your Search Frustrations
Searching for a file in Windows shouldn’t feel like playing a game of “guess the name,” but for many teams, it does. Even when you know the document exists, Windows search often serves up old, irrelevant results instead.
October 1, 2025 3 min -
Technology TrendsWindows 11’s New Search Feature Is Coming—But Only If You’re Ready
You know that moment: you’re hunting for a file but can’t remember what you named it. You search, you scroll, and Windows spits back old junk or web results you didn’t ask for. Well, Microsoft is fixing that—sort of.
June 30, 2025 2 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 -
CybersecurityOneDrive for Business May Not Be Fully Secure
Heads up: If your company uses OneDrive for Business to store critical documents in the cloud, they may not be as secure as you think.
March 4, 2025 3 min -
Technology TrendsPhone To PC Productivity Hack Every SMB Owner Should Use
Microsoft continues to innovate with features designed to make business operations more efficient. One of the latest tools in development for Windows 11 is the "Hand Off" feature, which allows users to start a task on their mobile device and seamlessly continue it on their PC.
November 20, 2024 3 min -
Technology TrendsThe Only Tool That Guarantees To Access Your Files Anywhere And In Any Device In An Instant
Many people believe OneDrive is exclusive for Microsoft users—sike! Did you know that it is available on other platforms, including Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android? Another popular misconception is that it has limited storage space; nevertheless, users may increase it through paid subscriptions—just like other platforms. While some feel it requires continual internet connection, it also provides offline access! Now, enough on the fuss! Let's look at the whole value of OneDrive, which will change the way you manage and interact with your files within the Microsoft 365 system.
April 3, 2024 3 min -
CybersecurityThe Return of Bumblebee Malware
Thousands of organizations worldwide remember the Bumblebee malware that surfaced in March 2022, allowing dozens of cybercriminal threat actors to drop payloads on targeted victims.
March 12, 2024 2 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 -
Technology TrendsMicrosoft 365 versus Google Workspace - A Complete Guide
No matter what your business does, some portion of your workforce needs a productivity and collaboration suite to get work done. This key suite of tools used to be called an office suite (with Microsoft Office as the undisputed king of the market.
January 22, 2024 11 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
