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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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Business OperationsThe Benefits of SEO for Small Businesses
Where do consumers turn when they need to find a product or service? A majority of shoppers look online — or, more accurately, to Google. In one survey, 56% of consumers relied on Google and other search engines when making purchase decisions.
March 21, 2024 3 min -
Business OperationsNetwork Infrastructure: The Backbone of Small Business Success
What does a robust network infrastructure offer your business? Besides being the unsung productivity and data storage hero, this infrastructure fosters connectivity and communication. It’s a significant advantage if you want a unified workforce that ensures your employees can complete essential tasks on time.
March 20, 2024 3 min -
CybersecurityDon’t Be The Next Cyber Target: The ONLY 8-Step Cybersecurity Guide You Need To Be Undetected In Every Cybercriminals’ Radar
In an increasingly digital world, securing your business from cyber threats is crucial. It’s like keeping off digital zombies – except these ones want your data, not your brains! Our comprehensive guide offers essential steps to stay ahead of cybercriminals, protecting your assets and ensuring peace of mind. Now, let’s cover the 8-step guide to keep you and your business secure and the most dangerous cyber threats the world of technology has to offer:
March 20, 2024 7 min -
CybersecurityMisconception #7: “Darryl - The cloud is NOT safe! I don’t trust it, I hear about breaches on the news ALL the time!”
Hi Small Business Owners, welcome to this edition of "Lies they Believe", and "The Truths, I Know"
March 19, 2024 2 min -
CybersecurityThe Impact of Data Breaches on Businesses
Do you run a small business? You're probably well aware of the dangers a data breach poses to your company.
March 19, 2024 3 min -
Technology TrendsStack Overflow and Google Cloud Partner To Give Generative AI to Developers
Might your business explore the Stack Overflow and Google Cloud partnership? The collaboration creates growth opportunities, specifically for up-and-coming generative AI for developers.
March 18, 2024 3 min -
Technology TrendsThe Benefits of 5G Technology for Small Businesses
5G technologies promise faster communications and data connections; you can also use them to increase business productivity. As 5G becomes more common, businesses must learn to leverage it to propel innovation and their operations to new heights. With that in mind, let’s discuss the many benefits of 5G technology for small businesses.
March 16, 2024 3 min -
CybersecurityBeware of These Hardware Security Vulnerabilities
When discussing cybersecurity threats and protecting business data, many business owners instinctively think of software vulnerabilities, email phishing, DDoS attacks, and other software or network-related threats.
March 15, 2024 3 min -
Business OperationsThe Role of Email Marketing in Small Business Growth
Small business advertising often looks much different than the marketing efforts of large corporations. Email marketing methods, in particular, will differ between businesses. When done right, they can help your brand expand your customer base. Learn how your small business can leverage email and digital marketing techniques to promote growth and sales.
March 14, 2024 3 min -
Business OperationsMisconception #6: “Darryl - We have everything in the cloud, so we are safe!”
Hi Small Business Owners, welcome to this edition of "Lies they Believe", and "The Truths, I Know"
March 13, 2024 1 min -
Business OperationsEnhancing Productivity Through Efficient Communication: A Guide for Small Businesses
Implementing the right methods can enhance productivity throughout a small business. Streamlined communication is essential for boosting productivity across an entire team, but how can you achieve these results? This guide offers tips and tricks for making your workplace more efficient.
March 13, 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 -
CybersecurityDecrypting Phishing Emails: Identifying the Wolves in Sheep's Clothing
When it comes to safeguarding your business data, one thing is certain: phishing emails pose a significant threat. Imagine them as wolves in sheep’s clothing—deceptive messages masquerading as legitimate communications. These cunning emails often contain malicious links, attachments, or requests for sensitive information. They cleverly impersonate trusted entities, leaving unsuspecting recipients vulnerable.
March 12, 2024 3 min -
CybersecurityFrom Phishing to Ransomware: 5 Cybersecurity Threats That Can Kill Your Business In Seconds
Protecting your business from cyber threats is a big deal, and as executives, it's crucial to be on top of it. We get it, though – cybersecurity can be a bit of a snooze with all its technical terminologies. Most resources out there are geared towards tech specialists, making it tough for non-experts like you to even understand the basics.
March 11, 2024 9 min -
Technology TrendsNew AI Tool for Adobe Acrobat
Three decades after Adobe invented the PDF format, most people still choose Adobe to read, edit, or transform PDFs. Acrobat is everywhere on desktops, mobile devices, and the web.
March 11, 2024 3 min -
Technology TrendsWhat Business Owners Should Know About This Google Workspace Update
From classrooms to office board meetings, Google Workspace helps over three billion users worldwide draft documents, create charts, and prepare presentations. It's convenient, with easier accessibility across devices, unlike Microsoft suites. It is also much more cost-effective, with many in-app options that small business owners can tailor to their needs.
March 9, 2024 3 min -
CybersecurityRemote Work Security: Safeguarding Digital Assets in a Decentralized Environment
Is yours one of the thousands of corporations encouraging people to return to the office? Perhaps your employees aren’t budging on discontinuing their digital freedom for more traditional arrangements. You’re not alone if your business is struggling to find a balance.
March 8, 2024 2 min -
CybersecurityLook Out for the Fake Version of LastPass on the Apple App Store
LastPass, the password management app serving more than 33 million users, recently warned iOS users about a fake version of its app, which managed to scale through the security review process on the Apple App Store. The fake version mirrored the original logo and dropped a letter from the name to arrive at LassPass.
March 7, 2024 3 min -
Business OperationsMisconception #5: “Darryl – Our company is too small, we are not worth attacking and we have nothing valuable anyone would want.”
Hi Small Business Owners, welcome to this edition of "Lies they Believe, The Truths I Know".
March 6, 2024 2 min -
CybersecurityBeware of These Multi-Factor Authentication Weaknesses
As a business leader, you want to protect your network from hacking and implement multi-factor authentication across your many accounts and devices. While these measures can boost your cybersecurity, hackers can exploit a few loopholes to infiltrate your account. Learn why you'll need to protect your accounts from unauthorized users further.
March 6, 2024 3 min
