Finding The Right Balance of Security and Usability

Balancing security and usability

Every day there there is news about some new malware, data leak or company hack. Your business is vigilant, but it feels like you always have to be doing more about cybersecurity to remain protected. Meanwhile, you want to balance security measures with convenience, usability and cost. That balancing act puts you somewhere on the sliding scale of security. Continue reading

Do You Secure Your Laptop?

Laptop security

Do you have a laptop? How you would feel if your laptop was lost or stolen. Maybe you looked away for a moment at the café or airport, or someone broke into your office, house or car. Continue reading

Handling Tech During An Office Move

Moving Tech

Moving offices and locations can be a very stressful and chaotic time, especially when it comes to moving your technology. Whether you are relocating your entire business to a new location or moving between offices in the same building, it is essential to take extra care when it comes to your technology. To help you plan the moving process, we have put together a handy checklist for you to use to help ensure your technology remains safe and sound. Continue reading

Common Technology Myths

For a while now, technology has played a significant role in our lives. But as with most things, myths pop up and persist.

  • Can I leave my smartphone charging overnight?
  • Macs don’t get viruses?
  • Browsing in incognito mode it totally anonymous.

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It Is Finally Time To Solve Your IT Issues

Do any of these IT issues sound familiar?

  • Your infrastructure is outdated.
  • You experience frequent downtime.
  • You can’t take advantage of new solutions on your systems.
  • You can’t scale like you need.
  • You struggle with data compliance.
  • You can’t scale like you need.

It is easy to put off nagging tech problems. But the “little” IT issues you are avoiding could lead to big business problems later on.

View our straightforward infographic providing a quick idea of what to do about these common IT problems.

Protecting Yourself From Identity Theft

Many everyday objects can lead to identity theft and they can often get overlooked because your focus is on your computers and cloud accounts. Yes, it is important to have strong passphrases and use antivirus on your PC, but you also need to be wary of other ways that hackers and thieves can get access to your personal data. Here are six common things that criminals can use to steal your information. Continue reading

7 Technologies That Can Help Your Business

New Tech

In today’s world customers look for convenience. Technology can make businesses more convenient and easier. When looking at technology keep the customer experience in mind in all that you do. When people are not happy with their experience with a company, they leave and their experience might not have anything to do with your products or services. They may have found it hard to navigate your website or have a question and since it was after hours no one was around to answer it. Continue reading

Windows End-Of-Life

Windows End-Of-Life

Many companies have computers that are still running older operating systems. The systems may only be used occasionally or if they are running customised software that won’t work on newer Windows versions) they may be in use fulltime. The problem is that when operating systems become outdated or end of life, they are not patched which leaves them wide open to cyberattacks. Continue reading

If You Find a USB Drive – Destroy It!

Malicious USB

If you ever come across a USB or thumb drive, that you do not recognize, leave it where it is or destroy it. It may be one you found on the ground outside your office, in a public place or even one sent to you out of the blue. Yes you may be curious and want to return it to its owner or see what it contains but the risks are too high. Continue reading