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Turn off invasive Windows 10 settings in four steps

July 1st, 2020

Windows 10 has become the operating system (OS) of choice among business and personal users. Despite the many improvements to the OS that Microsoft has rolled out, Windows 10 isn’t perfect. In fact, many users have complained about its intrusive default privacy settings.

Should you monitor your employees’ online activities?

July 1st, 2020

To monitor or not to monitor — that is the question. Employee monitoring is a touchy subject. If you’ve ever considered it, then you may ask yourself if it is a good idea for an employer to check on their staff’s online activities. Below are the pros and cons of employee monitoring, and some helpful tips should you push through with it.

Microsoft 365 signals a new era of productivity for SMBs

June 19th, 2020

In April 2020, Microsoft launched Microsoft 365, the successor to its popular Office 365. But it’s not a mere name change. The tech giant is also introducing improvements to its productivity software that will enhance how your business deals with cyberthreats every day.

Why does HTTPS matter?

June 17th, 2020

Almost everyone in the world browses the internet every day. People look up information, shop, chat with friends, or just pass the time by surfing the web. Internet browsing has become second nature to us that we often forget one thing: checking our address bar for an “S” after the “HTTP” prefix.

How MSPs are supporting clients during the COVID-19 pandemic

June 15th, 2020

The COVID-19 pandemic and the sweeping shutdowns to contain the spread of the virus brought about significant impacts on businesses. Many small companies realized they lacked the resources to rapidly adopt a remote work setup and tapped their IT partners to help address their technology demands.

Why the latest Windows 10 update is blocked on some PCs

June 12th, 2020

Last week, Microsoft unveiled the May 2020 Update, which is the latest version of Windows 10. While some users are able to update their systems, some PCs are prevented from installing it. Here’s what’s causing the update block, and how you can bypass it.

Watch out for this Android malware

June 10th, 2020

Security researchers have discovered a new Android malware called DEFENSOR ID that snuck its way into the Google Play Store. Forensic analysis shows that the malware takes advantage of an Android device’s Accessibility Services to infiltrate the system and cause damage without being detected.

Microsoft 365 update channels: What you need to know

May 29th, 2020

Many businesses using Microsoft 365 prefer to have the latest versions of the productivity suite's applications. Some businesses prefer to get updates as soon as they become available, while others prefer to update their systems on a predictable schedule.

The ‘New Normal’ For Your Technology Department – Why Co-Managed IT is a Great Next Step

May 28th, 2020

After such a widespread interruption in the way we do business cause by the COVID crisis, business owners need to reevaluate former practices and think about how we can not only bounce back from these last couple of months, but also move forward with a plan that withstands a pandemic, pushes through hurricane season and protects our business in the future.

Why you need the cloud in the middle of COVID-19

May 27th, 2020

With the COVID-19 lockdowns forcing most economic sectors to slow down, cloud technology can help your business survive and remain competitive. More specifically, you can cut costs and increase operational efficiency using the cloud.
Ensuring continuity and efficiency with the cloud
The need to stay at home and practice social distancing have changed the way many businesses operate.