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Technology TrendsPreparing for the End of Windows 10
Businesses around the world have adopted Windows 10, one of Microsoft's most popular operating systems. However, Microsoft will cease selling certain digital downloads of the popular operating system on January 31, 2023. The discontinuation of Windows 10 can significantly impact business operations, particularly regarding security.
January 30, 2023 2 min -
CybersecurityThe Benefits of a VPN for Your Business
VPNs, or virtual private networks, have grown in popularity recently as more people recognize the need for internet privacy and security. A VPN is a software that encrypts your internet connection, making it difficult for anyone to intercept your data and track your online activities.
January 28, 2023 2 min -
CybersecurityRecommended Best Practices to Reduce Cyber Supply Chain Risks
What exactly is a supply chain attack and how does it impact your organization? A supply chain attack is a type of cyberattack that targets an organization’s external suppliers and vendors. This can have significant consequences for the organization, such as financial losses, damage to reputation and costly recovery efforts.
January 27, 2023 4 min -
CybersecurityAdvantages of a Hybrid Cloud
Public and private cloud infrastructures have benefits and drawbacks that can impact small to medium-sized businesses. Some advantages of public cloud infrastructure include lower costs, scalability, and flexibility. However, public clouds also present certain risks, such as data security vulnerabilities. Public clouds can be less secure and reliable than private clouds. On the other hand, private clouds offer greater security and reliability but can be more expensive and difficult to scale.
January 27, 2023 2 min -
Business OperationsHow to Quickly Blank the Screen During a Slideshow
POWERPOINT: Quickly blank the screen during a slideshow
January 26, 2023 1 min -
CybersecurityHow Microsoft 365 Defender Can Shield Your Company From Phishing Scams
Phishing can lose you a lot of money and expose sensitive information. Microsoft 365 Defender can dramatically mitigate this risk with several features.
January 26, 2023 5 min -
CybersecurityData Breach at GoTo: Encrypted Customer Information Compromised
On January 23, 2023, GoTo released a statement detailing an update to the ongoing data breach investigation. Business owners should pay attention to this incident and its implications for their security practices.
January 26, 2023 2 min -
Managed ITWhen did you last have a health check?
When did you last have an IT health check?
January 25, 2023 1 min -
CybersecurityPayPal Hack: 35,000 Accounts Compromised in Credential Stuffing Attack
On December 20, 2022, PayPal, one of the most widely used online payment platforms, confirmed that 35,000 users' accounts had been compromised due to a security breach. An unauthorized party viewed and potentially obtained some personal information of PayPal customers between December 6, 2022, and December 8, 2022. As soon as PayPal identified the breach, the company immediately took steps to protect affected customers and notified law enforcement.
January 25, 2023 2 min -
Managed ITMaximizing Productivity with Managed IT Services
Businesses seeking to improve productivity and minimize disruptions caused by IT issues can benefit from managed IT services. A managed service provider (MSP) can provide businesses with the expertise to maintain and optimize their IT infrastructure by outsourcing IT support. By doing so, companies can avoid costly downtime and interruptions caused by IT, which can hamper productivity and cost companies money.
January 24, 2023 2 min -
CybersecurityT-Mobile Data Breach Impacts Millions
The mobile phone provider recently announced that a data breach had impacted 37 million T-Mobile accounts. In a Form 8-K filing with the US Securities and Exchange Commission, T-Mobile said they realized an authorized entity obtained data via a single API on January 5, 2023. Unlike other data breach cases where customer data is sometimes preserved, the hackers have stolen personal customer data, such as credit card information. The compromised information contains some clients' credentials, names, phone numbers, addresses, and billing information. T-Mobile tries to make things sound not as bad...
January 23, 2023 2 min -
Business OperationsHow to Share the Right Screen During a Call
TEAMS: How To Share the right screen during a call
January 23, 2023 1 min -
Managed ITThe Top 3 Benefits of Outsourcing IT Support
Businesses of all sizes can benefit from outsourcing IT support because of the accessibility to specialized knowledge, cost reductions, and operational flexibility. Some top benefits of outsourcing IT support include financial savings, access to technical knowledge, and more flexibility. By evaluating these advantages, companies can make educated decisions about whether outsourcing IT support is the best option for their needs.
January 21, 2023 2 min -
CybersecurityDon’t Let Outdated Operating Systems Put Your Business at Risk
As the New Year begins, business owners need to be aware of a significant change in the technology landscape: the end of Microsoft's support for Windows 7 and 8.1. As of January 10th, 2023, Microsoft will no longer provide security updates or technical support for these versions of its operating system. This poses a significant risk to businesses still running these older systems, as they are left vulnerable to cyberattacks.
January 20, 2023 2 min -
Business OperationsPractical Steps For Tech EOS Notices
If your technology is about to reach its End of Life, you could do a few things to save your organization, such as prioritizing security and measuring productivity. We can help you with those and much more.
January 19, 2023 1 min -
CybersecurityLCBO Shuts Down Their Website and Mobile App After Finding Malicious Credit Card Skimmer Script Within their Site
The Liquor Control Board of Ontario (LCBO), a Canadian government enterprise and the country's largest beverage alcohol retailer, revealed that unknown attackers had breached its website to inject malicious code designed to steal customer and credit card information at check-out. LCBO revealed that third-party forensic investigators found a credit card stealing script that was active on its website for five days. LCBO said that customers who provided personal information on its check-out pages and proceeded to its payment page on LCBO.com between January 5, 2023, and January 10, 2023, may have...
January 19, 2023 1 min -
CybersecurityCredential Stuffing Attack Strikes Norton LifeLock
Norton LifeLock, a leading provider of identity protection and cybersecurity services, recently experienced a data breach caused by a credential stuffing attack.
January 19, 2023 2 min -
CybersecurityDid you know just like food items, your software can expire too?
It may still function, but it will no longer receive patches and updates. This exposes your business to security risks and makes it easier for threat actors to exploit. You could also be at risk of receiving data privacy fines.
January 18, 2023 1 min -
CybersecurityCisco Issues Warning on Security Flaws in Routers
A recent report by Cisco revealed some of its routers were prone to several security flaws. As a result, business owners and their IT staff should pay close attention to the security of their networks to determine the appropriate course of action. Due to their high potential for cybersecurity attacks, end-of-life devices are particularly concerned.
January 18, 2023 2 min -
Business OperationsStay on Track : How Project Management Software Can Help Your Business Succeed
Project management software is quickly becoming a necessity for businesses of all sizes. It has the potential to increase efficiency and productivity by streamlining project management tasks and reducing manual processes. These tools are integral in helping businesses manage their projects, save time, and increase profits. With a wide variety of features and customizable options, project management software can be tailored to fit almost any need, from large-scale corporations to small businesses. Whether increasing productivity and efficiency or saving money and time, when used properly,...
January 17, 2023 2 min
