Can ransomware steal data? Yes, ransomware can steal data - your company's data. No industry is off-limits to having their computers and data taken hostage. New ransomware techniques go beyond encrypting files and demanding you to pay the attacker to gain access to your files. The attacker is after one thing and that is your […]

As businesses recover from the disruptions caused by the pandemic and try to get back to normal, 48% of them rate their internal IT help as low maturity according to a new survey conducted by the Info-Tech Research Group. Using Info-Tech's maturity ladder of 5 levels - Struggle, Support, Optimize, Expand, and Transform, most internal […]

What Is Endpoint Software? An endpoint today represents more than just a desktop computer; it can be a desktop, laptop, tablet, phone, and server. These devices connect to your wired and wireless network, and to the cloud to access software and services. Since every endpoint is a primary target for a cyberattack, an advanced security […]

Microsoft has come a long way since the release of Windows for Workgroup 3.0 many decades ago. In this article, we'll take a look at the Windows 11 changes vs ransomware attacks, and why you should consider a Windows 11 Pro upgrade. While not all of their previous client Operating System (O/S) releases have been […]

You are browsing the Internet when you receive a link to contact support to fix an issue with your bank account. You click the link then call the number and are told that there is a security problem. The first thing the scammer tries to do is to earn your trust by offering to fix […]

It's never been easier to secure passwords than in 2024. There is no more need for users to write down passwords on post-it notes or anywhere else. No need to store passwords under the keyboard either or stick to the monitor. There are several proven password methods available today that do an excellent job of […]

It is no longer enough to rely on your users and security layers to determine the effectiveness of your email security. The "wait and see" approach of how your users will respond to emails with threats is not a good practice. The need to run simulated tests to test email security is very important. Running […]

Why Is My Business Wi-Fi Slow? We've put together the top 5 business tips to fix your slow wi-fi Internet speed based on thirty years of experience. One of the hidden issues we have found is the misconfiguration of a router, gateway, and/or firewall. The second is the improper placement of Wireless Access Points (WAPs) […]

Create a Google Business Profile (formerly Google My Business) to generate leads with local search. There is a good chance that your competitors are getting your Google leads and sales if your business profile is not set up or optimized. New customers use local search to find products or services nearby. When customers can't find […]

Every business needs the upper hand to crush local rank competition, to attract new customers, and generate more sales. How do you increase your leads if you do not have a large ad budget like your competitors? You start by taking advantage of Google local ranking which levels the playing field for small businesses. This […]