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The cloud should be a secure place for business data, but cloud misconfigurations and lax security practices often leave the door wide open for cybercriminals. This article explores how to close those gaps.

Why cloud security continues to fail

A recent report by the cloud security firm Tenable highlights an alarming trend: 74% of companies surveyed had storage settings configured incorrectly.

You may have heard that charging your phone overnight or frequently topping it off could damage the battery. But is that really true? This article breaks down the facts about phone charging habits in simple terms, helping you make smarter choices that can extend your phone’s battery life.

If you think Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) security is simply about setting a strong password, think again. In 2025, threats against VoIP systems have become more sophisticated, necessitating advanced safeguards and strategies. But don’t fret.

A web browser used to be little more than a portal to websites. Fast forward to today, and web browsers have evolved into intelligent digital platforms. Thanks to AI (artificial intelligence), they’re now packed with smart tools that assist, protect, and even think alongside you as you browse.

Unexpected events such as natural disasters, hardware failures, or cyberattacks can quickly upend your operations. While a well-built business continuity plan (BCP) can minimize those risks, that’s only if it’s properly developed and maintained.

Passwords have been a staple of online security for decades, but relying on them alone is no longer enough. Cybersecurity experts now emphasize the importance of adding layers of protection to defend against today’s more advanced threats.

Why your security strategy must go beyond passwords

Cybersecurity experts at the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) now warn that passwords are fundamentally vulnerable and should be avoided whenever possible.

Every year brings a wave of new apps and “revolutionary” tools that promise to transform how small and mid-sized businesses run… and most of them just collect digital dust.

But this year, a handful of simple, practical technologies truly delivered — helping business owners across Palm Beach, Martin, St. Lucie, and South Florida save time, protect revenue, and reduce stress.

The holidays are already chaotic — customers racing from Point A to Point B, employees balancing family plans, and expectations skyrocketing. Technology should make things easier… not accidentally wreck someone’s Tuesday.

Consider this your Holiday Tech Manners Guide, brought to you by the local IT team who has seen everything (yes, even the “We forgot to update our Google hours and customers showed up angry” incident ).

Here’s how to keep your business polished, professional and people-friendly this season:

1. Update Your Online Hours
Before your first angry phone call

Picture this: a customer drives across town because Google says you’re open… but the door is locked and the lights are out.

As your trusted IT & security partner in South Florida, Capstone IT wants to ensure your holiday giving remains generous — not risky. During the holidays especially, when your business supports causes, scammers circle around generosity. A few years ago, a massive tele-funding fraud pulled in over $110 million from unsuspecting donors.

How South Florida businesses can eliminate friction and improve performance

Every growing business wants to operate faster. But when technology is outdated, disconnected, or difficult to use, progress slows down. That slowdown is called digital drag.