Running a business in today’s environment means keeping your systems secure is a top priority. While you may invest in firewalls, antivirus software and regularly patch your systems, there is one area that is often overlooked: your employees. Continue reading
Author Archives: David Perkovic
10 Settings to Boost Your Productivity in Windows 11
A lot of people are now using Windows 11 (as of August 2024, Windows 11 had over 31% of the Windows market share) and since Windows 10 retires in late 2025 this will increase significantly over the next year. This blog article will go through some great tips on optimising your Windows 11 experience. Continue reading
Protect Yourself from Malicious Online Ads (Malvertising)
There are many types of malware and one of the most common is called “malvertising”. It crops up everywhere, including social media sites, websites and even on Google searches. There are two things are making malvertising even more dangerous: the first is that hackers use AI to make it very believable and the other is that it is on the rise. According to Malwarebytes in the fall of 2023, malvertising increased by 42% (month over month). It is important to inform yourself about this online threat and knowledge is the power to protect yourself, especially when it comes to malicious cybercriminals. In this blog article, we will help you understand malvertising. We will also give you tips on identifying and avoiding it. Continue reading
6 Ways to Enhance Your Email Security
Email is a fundamental communication tool for businesses and individuals alike, thus this makes it a prime target for cybercriminals. As cyberattacks are increasing in sophistication, your email security has never been more critical. Continue reading
How to Buy a Budget Laptop Without Getting Burned
What Happens When You Interrupt a Windows Update?
We’ve all been there: You’re about to shut down your computer, and the dreaded “Windows is updating” screen pops up and then it feels like it takes forever to complete.. But what happens if you interrupt that update and turn off the computer before it completes (or you may even lose power)? Let us look into what happens when a Windows update gets interrupted and how to avoid any long lasting problems. Continue reading
Keep Your Files Organised for Business Collaboration
If you run a business, chances are your team is constantly working together on various documents, spreadsheets, and projects. While cloud-sharing software has made collaboration more accessible than ever, good file organisation practices are still necessary to keep things running smoothly. Keeping your files tidy and well structured can prevent confusion, save time, and boost productivity across your team. Continue reading
Is Complacency Your Cybersecurity Blind Spot?
When it comes to cybersecurity, the biggest threats to most SMB’s is not a faceless hacker in a dark room, it is complacency. Many managers and business owners think that since nothing bad has happened yet, then nothing will! This mindset though can lead to disastrous consequences. Continue reading
Optimise Your M365 Setup
Microsoft 365 (aka M365) is a powerful suite of tools. It enhances both business and personal productivity and collaboration. This is especially true for small to mid-sized businesses (SMBs). To get the most out of M365, it is important to optimise it, otherwise you may only be using a fraction of the power you have. Continue reading