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Your Phone Can Be Tracked – And It’s Easier Than You Think

July 21, 2025

Our smartphones accompany us everywhere, safeguarding everything from our passwords to confidential business talks. Yet, the alarming reality is that phone tracking is more prevalent and simpler than most...

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The Compliance Blind Spot: What You’re Missing Could Cost You Thousands

July 14, 2025

Many small business owners mistakenly believe that regulatory compliance concerns only large corporations. In 2025, this misconception is more dangerous than ever. With regulations tightening across industries, small...

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The Hidden Cost Of “Cheap” IT

July 07, 2025

You've likely heard the phrase: You get what you pay for. This couldn't be truer than in the world of IT services. At first glance, opting for a budget-friendly managed IT services plan might appear to save you...

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The Hidden Costs Of Waiting: Why You Can’t Afford To Delay Your Windows 10 Upgrade

June 23, 2025

If your business computers are still running Windows 10, time is running out fast. As of October 14, 2025, Microsoft will officially stop supporting Windows 10. This means no more security updates, bug fixes, or...

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Your Vacation Auto-Reply Might Be A Hacker’s Favorite E-mail

June 16, 2025

Set your out-of-office reply and relax, but beware: while you pack for your trip, your inbox might be unintentionally sending out a beacon to cybercriminals: "Hello! I'm away from the office until [date]. For urgent...

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7 Questions You Should Be Asking Your IT Provider Every Quarter (But Probably Aren’t)

June 09, 2025

Don't wait until contract renewal to engage with your IT provider—regular communication is key. Technology is a dynamic part of your business, constantly changing alongside emerging cyber threats. Scheduling...

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Out Of Office, Out Of Luck: What Happens When Your IT Breaks While Everyone’s On Vacation?

June 02, 2025

Imagine a calm June morning: half your team is enjoying a well-deserved vacation, while the rest are juggling work from home, coffee shops, or hotel WiFi. Then suddenly, disaster strikes. ● Your system crashes...

Shadow IT: How Employees Using Unauthorized Apps Could Be Putting Your Business At Risk

Your employees could be your company's greatest cybersecurity vulnerability — and it's not just due to clicking on phishing emails or reusing passwords. The real threat lies in their use of applications your IT...

Is Your Printer The Biggest Security Threat In Your Office?

May 19, 2025

When you think of major cybersecurity threats in your workplace, you likely consider phishing emails, malware, or weak passwords. But did you know that your office printer — that quiet machine in the corner —...