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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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Managed ITWhy Co-Managed IT Is A MUST-HAVE For Every Business Owner
In today's business world, many companies with internal IT departments are turning to managed service providers (MSPs) to enhance their teams. This collaboration, known as Co-Managed IT, is becoming a popular choice. But why are executives opting to outsource parts of their IT management?
August 14, 2024 2 min -
Managed ITKeep Your Software Updated: The Key to Optimal Business Performance
Businesses are more dependent on software than ever before. This helps them stay competitive, meet customers' needs, and continue to grow their bottom lines.
August 14, 2024 3 min -
CybersecurityWHY SMBs ARE 4X MORE LIKELY TO BE A VICTIM OF CYBER EXTORTION
Small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) are four times more likely to experience cyber extortion compared to larger companies. This heightened risk is often due to limited resources and weaker cybersecurity measures.
August 14, 2024 4 min -
CybersecurityWatch Out for This Malware Campaign
Social engineering is one of the fastest-growing methods for hackers to gain access to networks for malicious purposes. Essentially, it means deceiving or manipulating someone into providing information that allows a bad actor to steal information or money or gain access to sensitive computer networks.
August 13, 2024 3 min -
CybersecurityHow Hackers Create Fake Data Breach To Fool Business Owners
Cybercriminals have devised a new method to deceive businesses and dark web data buyers: faking data breaches. This tactic leverages advanced AI technology to create convincing, yet entirely fabricated, data sets. As businesses strive to protect their data and maintain their reputation, understanding this threat is crucial to developing effective defense strategies
August 13, 2024 4 min -
Business OperationsManage Your Business on the Go with These Must-Have Tools
Business owners are often out and about, shuffling between client meetings, conferences, and business travels. But staying connected to your business while you're away from the office is vital. That's where digital tools come in handy. They make it possible to manage operations effectively from wherever you are.
August 12, 2024 3 min -
Technology TrendsLeverage Social Media Insights to Fuel Your Business Growth
Social media is critical to marketing any business. From promoting your products and services and building awareness of what you have to offer to engaging with your customers and building a community of loyal followers, it’s hard to underestimate the importance that Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and other social platforms have on your business growth and success.
August 10, 2024 3 min -
Managed ITIs Your PC Slow to Start? Discover the Fix You Can’t Afford to Miss!
Are you experiencing slow startup times with your PC? One common cause could be too many applications launching automatically when you power up your computer. This not only slows down performance but can also pose security risks.
August 9, 2024 2 min -
Business OperationsGoogle’s Advanced Protection Program Now Offers Passkeys for High-Risk Users
Are you a business owner who uses the Google Advanced Protection Program (APP) for absolute online security? If so, recent updates mean Google’s Advanced Protection Program now offers passkeys for high-risk users like you, making it stronger. Below, we’ll explain the APP and how passkeys protect your online activities better than traditional passwords.
August 9, 2024 3 min -
CybersecurityDon’t Neglect Software Updates and Patches: Your Cybersecurity Depends on It
Many times, employers don’t update their systems since they feel the downtime for the devices would slow business, or they don’t see the point of it. In the latter case, users believe updates change the layout and functionality they’re already used to or add unnecessary features that don’t matter, like the incorporation of emojis. However, the importance of regular updates and patches stems far beyond this.
August 8, 2024 3 min -
Business OperationsTech Literacy: The Essential Skill for Small Business Owners
Tech literacy isn’t what it used to be with the constant evolution of online programs, portable devices, and software tools. That means incorporating technology into your small business is no longer solely about typing up documents on Microsoft Word, keeping inventory with Excel spreadsheets, or sending emails. If this is still your style, we’ll explain why conducting a digital transformation is key.
August 7, 2024 3 min -
Business OperationsHow Outdated Technology is Draining Your Company’s Budget Slowly
Is your organization bleeding money due to outdated technology? According to a recent survey by Deloitte, a staggering 82% of companies failed to meet their cost-reduction targets last year, largely due to inefficient technology infrastructure.
August 7, 2024 2 min -
CybersecurityThe Dark Web Can Be Tracked for Free With Google
If you own a physical business space, chances are that you offer private Wi-Fi and secure LTE connections for all your employees. However, since the 2020 lockdown, more employees are working remotely than ever, meaning they may be using unsecured public Wi-Fi that can leave your company data on the dark web. The dark web can now be tracked for free, thanks to Google.
August 6, 2024 3 min -
Business OperationsWhy Smart Tech Acceleration Is A Must-Have For Business Owners
Are you feeling like your business is falling behind in today’s digital world? You’re not alone. The competitive landscape no longer tolerates outdated or subpar technology. It’s time to transform technology into a growth engine for your business, and that’s where smart tech acceleration comes in!
August 5, 2024 2 min -
Business OperationsCRM Systems: The Ultimate Tool for Exceptional Customer Service
With so many businesses providing similar services, you want to make sure your business stands out from the crowd. But how, exactly, do you do that? One way is to make sure your customers are always satisfied and never have to wait too long for a response from your company. The easiest way to do that is to use a customer relationship management (CRM) system.
August 5, 2024 2 min -
Technology TrendsThe Benefits of Cloudflare’s New Tool
As AI tools become more sophisticated, protecting original content and intellectual property on your website is becoming increasingly difficult. AI bots are constantly scraping webs for data to train AI models, often using it without authorization or compensation.
August 3, 2024 3 min -
CybersecurityWarning: Massive Collection of Passwords Was Leaked on a Well-Known Hacking Forum
Security leaks happen daily, with hackers evolving their methods and proving more creative with every emerging attack, especially toward business owners with a lot of sensitive data. But on July 4, the cybersecurity community noticed a massive leak of passwords rivaling any that’s come before.
August 2, 2024 3 min -
Business OperationsBoost Your Business on a Budget with Cost-Effective Marketing Tools
Without effective marketing strategies in place, even businesses with the best products can fail. At the same time, you don’t want to break your budget for marketing alone. That’s why it’s important to learn about cost-effective marketing strategies you can use to boost your business. With just a little investment, these marketing tools have the potential to completely transform your business.
August 1, 2024 2 min -
CybersecurityWhat Is Google’s Bug Bounty Program?
In an effort to improve the security of its Kernel-based Virtual Machine (KVM) hypervisor, Google is offering security researchers the chance to claim cash rewards for discovering bugs and vulnerabilities.
July 31, 2024 3 min -
Business OperationsDigital Whiteboards: The Secret to Enhancing Teamwork and Collaboration
Remote work has become common in many industries. You may have team members who aren’t even in the same time zone. So, how exactly are you supposed to get all your employees on the same page? Online digital whiteboards can play an important role and are especially useful if your team can’t meet in person. This collaboration tool lets your team plan and brainstorm projects in real time.
July 30, 2024 2 min
