Data Breaches Are Getting Worse: Know the Basics
Wednesday, August 31, 2022Data Breaches Are Getting Worse: Know the Basics The exposure of sensitive information can be disastrous for individuals, businesses, or governments. Yet data breaches aren't going away. The first data breach compromised more than a million records in 2005. Since then, we've seen ongoing news of breaches. But there are some basic steps you can…... Read More
How to Reduce PC Power Consumption
Wednesday, August 31, 2022How to Reduce PC Power Consumption You probably grew up having a parent saying, "turn the lights off!" That was the number-one way to save on the power bill. But now, with so many of us having personal computers in the home, they too are a big electricity drain. Try these strategies to cut your…... Read More
How to Know if a Laptop Screen is Damaged
Wednesday, August 31, 2022How to Know if a Laptop Screen Is Damaged Portability is a big advantage of laptops. But when you take your computer anywhere, you are also more likely to break it. You may not see a break, but there are other signs a laptop screen is damaged. This article shares those, as well as options…... Read More
What is Digital Friction, and What to Do About It?
Tuesday, July 26, 2022What is Digital Friction, and What to Do About It? No one wants to work harder than they have to. Digital transformation is one way businesses can make employees' lives easier. Yet simply increasing the amount of technology isn't the answer. Digital friction can actually make the workday more challenging. Read on to learn more…... Read More
What Internet Explorer's Retirement Means for You
Tuesday, July 26, 2022What Internet Explorer's Retirement Means for You There was no big retirement party; no one got a watch or engraved memorabilia. Yet Microsoft retired Internet Explorer on June 15, 2022. It was a long time coming, but you still may not be prepared for what that decision means for you. Internet Explorer could have been…... Read More
How Secure is Cloud Data?
Monday, July 25, 2022How Secure is Cloud Data? Data security is a common concern when migrating to the cloud. When data is on-premises, the business secures the sensitive data, and that feels safer. But that isn't always the case. In fact, data can be safer in the cloud than on-site at your business. When you put together your…... Read More
Automated Data Backups Still Need Management
Monday, July 25, 2022Automated Data Backups Still Need Management Your business is backing up its data in case of a cyberattack or other disastrous disruption. Yes, you can pat yourself on the back for that, but don't get too complacent with backing up. Automated backup still needs monitoring and management. Having decided to back up data, you may…... Read More
Changing Your Email? A Checklist
Monday, July 25, 2022Changing Your Email? A Checklist Changing your email is never fun, but it can be necessary. When you need to make a change, there are several things you need to consider. Follow this checklist to ensure you don't lose data, keep up with your old contacts, and avoid security risks. There are many reasons someone…... Read More
How SaaS Can Save Your Business Money
Wednesday, July 06, 2022How SaaS Can Save Your Business Money When you see the acronym SaaS you may not immediately think of dollar signs, though the S's are pretty close. Yet Software as a Service, what SaaS stands for, can save business money. What is SaaS? For SaaS to save you money, you need to understand what this…... Read More
Beyond the Ransom: Dealing with Ransomware's Aftermath
Wednesday, July 06, 2022Beyond the Ransom: Dealing with Ransomware's Aftermath Ransomware is on the rise. The estimated 304 million worldwide attacks in 2020 represented a 64% increase. These attacks are growing more costly, too. Ransomware payouts jumped 171% from 2019 to 2020. For businesses in any industry, ransomware is a real threat, and recovery is more taxing than…... Read More
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