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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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Cybersecurity5 Ways How an IT Service Provider Helps Reduce Third-Party Risks
Modern businesses rely on multiple vendors, suppliers, and partners to keep operations running smoothly. However, each external partner introduces potential security vulnerabilities that can lead to serious data breaches, financial losses, or operational disruptions.
February 6, 2025 3 min -
CybersecurityTwo-Step Phishing Campaign Exploits Microsoft Tools
As businesses become savvier to phishing campaigns and develop powerful tools to combat them, cybercriminals are simultaneously finding new exploits to carry out attacks. Case in point? A new two-step phishing campaign exploits Microsoft tools in a new approach.
February 5, 2025 3 min -
Technology TrendsNew Blender Update Delivers Powerful Creative Upgrades
Popular animation software Blender just got an update that has 3D artists and businesses buzzing. Blender 4.3 represents a massive overhaul of the free, open-source 3D software that will give your company what it needs to create eye-catching ads, product designs, and more. The new version is more user-friendly, and beginner and advanced users alike are raving about the faster performance and improved capabilities.
February 4, 2025 3 min -
Cybersecurity5 Terrifying Cyberthreats To Look Out For This 2025 And How To Beat Them
Cybercriminals are getting more advanced, and small and medium-sized businesses in GTA and Simcoe County are prime targets. Just as companies upgrade their technology, hackers are refining their tactics to exploit vulnerabilities. Without proper protection, a cyberattack could cost your business thousands in lost revenue, legal fees, and reputational damage.
February 4, 2025 3 min -
Technology TrendsEmployees Demand More AI Integration in the Workplace
Being a company owner in the 21st century means staying up-to-date with all technological advancements in the business realm. That includes artificial intelligence and machine learning, which take the world by storm. However, while some believe AI is meant to replace human workers, others believe AI integration in the workplace is the only thing that will keep employees content.
February 3, 2025 3 min -
CybersecurityCritical Apache Struts Flaw Under Attack: Patch Now
Are you the business owner of a large enterprise like Apple, Amazon, or Microsoft? If so, you (alongside those in government agencies) likely use Apache Struts 2. Unfortunately, a critical Apache Struts vulnerability may place your company, employees, and consumers at risk, which we’ll delve further into below.
February 1, 2025 2 min -
Business OperationsOffice Mandates Are Driving Top Talent Away
The good news is that the old way of life is starting to seep back in, replacing the “new normal” lifestyle that originated in 2020. Masks are no longer mandated, and people feel safer out in public. However, the bad news is business owners like you have to make a difficult decision: bring workers back into the office or keep allowing remote positions.
January 31, 2025 3 min -
Technology TrendsThird-Party Integration for Google Code Assist Debuts
Your business may know that Google’s powerful AI-assisted coding platform, Google Code Assist, has a new update to make the tool even more useful and powerful. The update supports third-party integration for Google Code Assist tools, which supports faster, more innovative, and more accurate development.
January 30, 2025 3 min -
Technology TrendsBusiness Owner? Turn This Feature On To Make Daily Tasks Easy
Imagine starting your computer and seeing all the apps you need for the day open and ready. Windows 11 makes this possible with its auto-launch feature, allowing you to save time and jump straight into your work.
January 29, 2025 3 min -
Technology TrendsAI Creates Code, Developers Remain In Charge
“AI is going to take our jobs!” “Soon, everything will be done by robots.”
January 29, 2025 3 min -
CybersecurityMastering Incident Response: Build a Winning Strategy
Has anything been more disruptive to business cybersecurity than AI’s entry into the mix? Its meteoric rise has meant that criminals possess increasingly powerful and effective tools with which to launch attacks—and businesses are prime targets. Mastering incident response is urgent, especially for business owners who would prefer to avoid the chaos that cybercriminals intend.
January 28, 2025 2 min -
CybersecurityOld Digital Scams, New Tricks: Stay Informed to Stay Safe
Since the Internet became an integral part of daily lives, scammers have attempted to use all sorts of networks to steal from unsuspecting victims. There aren’t any members of Royal families in need of assistance or foreign lottery winnings waiting for us to claim them. That doesn’t mean that hackers aren’t coming up with new ways to part us your business, employees, or customers from their hard-earned cash, though.
January 27, 2025 3 min -
CybersecurityThe Must-Have Mobile Security Protections for Apple & Android Users
Mobile phones have evolved into powerful tools that store sensitive personal and business data. This convenience also makes them a prime target for cybercriminals. Whether you’re paying bills, sharing sensitive work documents, or accessing cloud services, the risks of unsecured mobile devices are higher than ever.
January 27, 2025 3 min -
Cybersecurity7 Signs It’s Time To Replace Your IT Provider
When it comes to IT support, many small business owners believe that “good enough” is acceptable. But the truth is, an underperforming IT provider can leave your business exposed to risks like downtime, cybersecurity breaches, and hidden costs. If you’ve been questioning the value of your current IT provider, these signs might confirm it’s time for a change.
January 27, 2025 3 min -
Business OperationsYour Office May Be Full of Tracking Tech
Do you ever feel like someone is watching you? If you were an employee working in an office, you could trust your instincts. Many businesses are implementing tracking tech – employee tracking tools that monitor indicators like employee office use or productivity.
January 25, 2025 3 min -
CybersecurityPublic Wi-Fi Risks: Protect Your Data Now
Your employees and customers have all visited stores and cafes or navigated public transportation systems offering patrons free Wi-Fi. Most people have happily connected to these networks, hoping for a faster connection or a quick update from work. Even so, considering the myriad of public Wi-Fi risks should spark some hesitation.
January 24, 2025 3 min -
Technology TrendsEnterprise Agility Starts with Empowering Your People
If you think back just five years, the world was completely different. Thanks to factors like the global pandemic and the rise of AI, businesses are facing disruption and change on an unprecedented scale. Unfortunately, most companies don’t feel like they have the enterprise agility to meet new challenges and adapt successfully.
January 23, 2025 3 min -
CybersecurityHow Leadership Could Be the Missing Piece in Your Cybersecurity
Investing in cutting-edge security tools and building an IT team is essential, but your business’s cybersecurity hinges on its weakest link—your employees. A single click on a malicious link or a poorly managed password can lead to a costly breach, no matter how advanced your defenses are. As a business leader, your role in fostering a security-first mindset among your team is more crucial than ever.
January 22, 2025 3 min -
Technology TrendsAutomatic Framing Arrives for All Google Meet Users
If there’s one thing that almost everyone can agree upon, looking good on video calls for work can often feel more difficult than necessary. The latest Google Workspace updates may not be able to tame your bedhead or fix your tired eyes, but they will help keep your image in the right place so no one’s staring at the top of your head or up your nose.
January 22, 2025 3 min -
Technology TrendsPreparing Organizations for AI: Strategies for Success
To anyone outside the technology field, the idea of artificial intelligence likely worries them about their jobs. After all, nothing's changed enterprise operations quite as much in recent years, and there's confusion and anxiety about how technology is reshaping how we work.
January 21, 2025 3 min
