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CybersecurityMake Purchases Online? Here Are 4 Things You (And Your Employees) Need To Do To Keep From Becoming A Prime Target For Cybercriminals
ROI Revolution estimates that e-commerce sales will eclipse $236 billion this holiday season. While that’s the most popular time for consumers to purchase online, in 2021 over $2 billion a day was made in online purchases.
November 14, 2022 3 min -
CybersecurityThe Rise of Encryption in Businesses
As our world becomes increasingly digitized, businesses are finding themselves at a greater risk of cyberattacks. One way companies can protect their data is by encrypting it. Encryption transforms readable data into an unreadable format, making it difficult for unauthorized individuals to access and interpret it.
November 12, 2022 2 min -
CybersecurityHundreds of U.S. News Outlets Affected by Malware
A cyber-security threat actor known as SocGholish has compromised a JavaScript code used by an unnamed media content provider. The malware is being used to spread the FakeUpdates malware to major media outlets across the United States.
November 11, 2022 2 min -
CybersecurityNew Microsoft Report Details Latest Cybersecurity Threats
According to Microsoft's latest announcement, businesses should assess security measures to defend against evolving cyber-security threats.
November 10, 2022 2 min -
CybersecurityDon't Walk The Plank With Pirated Software
If you or your employees use pirated software you are walking the plank and putting your business at risk.
November 10, 2022 1 min -
Business OperationsDon’t Overlook These 3 Technology Budget Categories
Are you considering all the necessary technology categories when planning your annual budget?
November 10, 2022 3 min -
Business OperationsZoom Unveils New Productivity Tools
While holding its Zoomtopia event on November 8, 2022, the video conferencing giant announced the release of two brand-new productivity tools for Zoom users.
November 9, 2022 2 min -
Managed ITWhat Are the Most Helpful VoIP Features for Small Businesses?
Just five or six years ago, VoIP was still considered a “different” type of business phone system. One that wasn’t the norm. But the pandemic changed that way of thinking. Now internet-based phone systems aren’t simply the norm. They’re mandatory for business continuity.
November 9, 2022 5 min -
CybersecurityHow Uber Was Hacked By An 18-year-old And Why This Is A Warning For Your Business
Uber was hacked by an 18-year-old – here’s how he did it.
November 9, 2022 3 min -
CybersecurityAttacks on Business VPNs are Increasing
Virtual private networks (VPNs) are used to give users remote access to resources on corporate networks. However, several factors have revealed incompatibilities between VPNs and Zero-Trust security systems.
November 8, 2022 1 min -
Business OperationsHow To Swap The Right Mic During A Call
TEAMS: How To Swap To The Right Mic During A Call
November 7, 2022 1 min -
CybersecurityDropbox Suffers Major Breach in Phishing Attack
It's no secret that cyber attacks are on the rise, and that no company is immune to them. Dropbox, a cloud storage company, was the lastest victim when their GitHub account was compromised. This allowed attackers access to 130 code repositories, which contained sensitive data.
November 7, 2022 2 min -
Business Operations4 Common Technology Budgeting Mistakes
Are you planning to include your IT needs in your annual budget this year? If so, congratulations! You're doing something incredible to ensure your small business’ success.
November 7, 2022 3 min -
CybersecuritySIM Swap Attack Targets Verizon Customers
Recently, Verizon experienced a minor but significant data breach. Between October 6, 2022, and October 10, 2022, an unknown malicious actor gained access to Verizon's prepaid wireless accounts, compromising approximately 250 individuals.
November 5, 2022 2 min -
Technology TrendsSpecial Report: It's time to remove TikTok
Recently an FCC Commissioner sent a request to Apple and Google to ban TikTok from their platform due to the serious security risk it creates. The request is a 4 page letter sent to the app store companies and is found in the tweet from the official Twitter account for the FCC Commissioner:
November 4, 2022 2 min -
CybersecurityIf You Have Employees Working From Home, Here Are Three Things All Remote Employees Must Do Now To Prevent Your Company From Being Hacked
The last few years have seen countless companies going to a hybrid work model. According to a survey by Envoy over 77% of businesses have some full or part-time remote employees.
November 4, 2022 2 min -
Business OperationsBenefits of Having a Dual Monitor Setup for Your Business
In recent years, the use of advanced technology in the office has increased in popularity among businesses to improve their efficiency, productivity, and effectiveness. Whether running a small or large company, it is important to know that utilizing a dual monitor setup in your office can provide quite a few advantages.
November 4, 2022 2 min -
CybersecurityZoom Fixes Severe Security Vulnerability for Mac Users
There is no doubt that Zoom has become very popular in the business and academic sectors, as it is widely used for video conferencing and voice-over IP (VoIP).
November 3, 2022 2 min -
Business OperationsMake Your Teams Meetings Fun With Avatars
Video calls are convenient, but they are not always the most exciting way to spend your time.
November 3, 2022 1 min -
Business OperationsHow To Live Draw On Your Slides To Grab Attention
POWERPOINT: Live draw on your slides to grab attention
November 3, 2022 1 min
