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Get to Know the Fast-Spreading Malware Threat Before It Gets to Know You Earlier this year, a ransomware variant called Petya spread across North America hitting corporate giants like Merck and FedEx. The virus is so serious that some affected companies were faced...

The three Titans, Google, Microsoft and Apple address security issues with KRACK.   Just when everyone thought Wi-Fi was safe, that illusion was recently shattered.  Security researcher Mathy Vanhoef has discovered a vulnerability that he’s calling “KRACK.”  The flaw...

How to prevent suffering from malicious misuse of your data – a risk revealed by the recent breach at DocuSign, where hackers impersonated the electronic document company to distribute malware. The DocuSign episode is an example of a multi-stage threat.  In the...

The latest Amazon phishing scam is just another illustration of why strong security is important.  Find out more about this scam and how you can protect your business.   Amazon doesn’t want you or your business to call a number, provide a code, and verify your...

A discussion of how to meet all of your objectives and stay within your budget at the exact same time when it comes to IT.   In many ways, information technology is the backbone of your business. When your infrastructure is functioning properly, it’s one of the...

Working globally has never been easier, even for small and mid-size businesses.  Find out how to make Microsoft 365’s Multi-Geo capabilities work for you. Amazon doesn’t want you or your business to call a number, provide a code, and verify your identity,...

Is your non-profit relying on the limited tech skills of a volunteer or employee who has other full-time duties in your organization?  Discover the benefits of, and tips for, outsourcing your IT. Tips for Outsourcing Tech for Your Non-Profit There tends to be thinking...

Discover the new enterprise approach used by cybercriminals and what you can do to defend your company against these attacks.   The New Approach by Sophisticated Cybercriminals Battling the dark side of cybercriminals has been a challenge for over a decade.  Their...

:Using an App that Actually Helps You Read that Article Later Saving articles to read later is something we do; we save.  But reading the articles we save isn’t something we do as often.  The reason:  organization, or lack thereof.  But with organization comes...

By following these simple steps, you can make your website stand out from the crowd with shining star ratings in Google’s search results.   Have you ever tried searching for your own business on Google?  If your business has a website, you likely pay attention...

Half of all small businesses suffered a cyber attack in the last year.  Is your business ready to recover?  How well is your business prepared to recover quickly from a cyber attack?  A recent Ponemon study reported that half of all small businesses had been targeted...

Running low on data or headed to an area with no internet connection?  Learn how to quickly and easily download articles for offline reading.   While much of the country has fast and easy internet access, there are still pockets where connectivity is a challenge.  If...

Accounting firms that move into the cloud become more efficient, more productive, more mobile, and, perhaps more importantly, more profitable. Here are the clear benefits of what to expect when you move your firm into the cloud.   What’s the perfect setup for a...

Is Your Charitable Organization at Risk? If tomorrow’s headlines read your non-profit organization’s data and donor info was breached, what would be the ramifications?  Are you taking enough appropriate steps to stop cybersecurity threats? Is Your...

You have probably seen and benefited from a Google featured snippet.  It’s the box at the top of the search results which contain the exact information you need.  Question is, how can your business score this great marketing opportunity? Instead of just typing a few...

Krack Attacks:  You use WPA2 to access the internet every day, and you could be vulnerable to a Krack Attack.   Virtually all modern WiFi networks employ WPA2 as a security protocol.  A couple of months ago, a security researcher named Mathy Vanhoef discovered an...

Microsoft Excel is a powerful tool, and using a few shortcuts and tips can make your work move faster.  Today we’ll look at a few Excel tools to improve your experience in working with data. Microsoft Excel is a powerful tool for analyzing data, and using a few...

New PowerPoint 2016 features add dynamic effects, more design options, and professional results to presentations.   Recently, Microsoft has upped its game when it comes to PowerPoint.  With the introduction of several powerful new tools, PowerPoint now puts more...

More businesses move to the cloud each day.  Learn how offering cloud accounting services can send your practice to new heights.   With the increasing availability of cloud technology, more and more accounting firms are floating up onto the cloud, almost as if they...

Why Florida Businesses Need Cyber Insurance to  Manage the Risk of Cyber Threats from Hackers or Accidents   Many Florida companies rely upon a business owners policy, usually called a BOP, to protect themselves against typical threats.  A BOP usually includes...

Whether or not you believe Kaspersky was an active partner in the recent malicious hack of NSA documents, things aren’t looking good for the security giant.   Kaspersky is in the antivirus business, and business isn’t good these days.  The Russian-owned...

KRACK is a bug that can affect any device with Wi-Fi capabilities. However, the news isn’t all bad. There are silver linings that come from any catastrophe.   Cybercriminals are trying to get your devices” hooked on” KRACK (the Key Reinstallation...

In business, one of your greatest assets is foresight.  Put your planning potential to good use with a solid business continuity plan to ensure your company survives any incident, big or small.   When it comes to business, we have to foresee an entire range of...

When you hire a managed service provider to help your company, be sure you select the right one.   Whether you just opened your doors, your business is flourishing, or your company is well-established, as a business owner you have a lot on your hands.  If you are...

If tomorrow’s headlines read your non-profit organization’s data and donor info was breached, what would be the ramifications?  Are you taking enough appropriate steps to stop cybersecurity threats? Is Your Charitable Organization at Risk? Cybersecurity...

Organizations everywhere are looking to technology leaders to deliver a digital strategy that drives business growth.  See how transformative change can help your company succeed both now and in the future.   Organizations of all sizes throughout the world are united...

Find great Microsoft Word 2016 tips for better collaboration, text management and photo treatment to get the most out of the program.  Are you looking to leverage all of the best features in the latest release of the popular word processing program Microsoft Word?...

Want to become an Excel rock star?  These tips will provide you with the knowledge you need to master this powerful productivity tool and become the go-to Excel expert in your office.   There are people in this world who are able to make spreadsheets practically sing:...

Mac users of Microsoft Office 2011 may be in for a nasty shock after upgrading to High Sierra, as Microsoft has announced that it’s no longer supported.  Even Office 2016 users may encounter difficulties.  It may be no surprise that when you Google “MS...

Office 2019 is set to become the latest in a long line of one-time license options from Microsoft. Even if you’re not ready to adopt Office 365, this new edition of Office has plenty to get excited about. While there is a great deal of discussion in the...

Microsoft Word is an incredibly powerful tool for office productivity, but you’re probably not using all of these fabulous time-saving features.  Get the scoop!   There are few software packages that are as pervasive in a variety of different industries as the...

Amazingly, in spite of the ever-increasing need for such, there are very few law firms right now that specialize in cybersecurity.  This doesn’t deny that many law firms are more than willing to take on cybersecurity cases when the need arises; nor does it deny that...

Explore 7 Ways That macOS High Sierra Helps You Protect Your Privacy and Security   If you’re an Apple user, you have a lot of things to look forward to in the 13th release of the macOS operating system.  Some highlights include new features, improvements to...

Jazz Up Boring Convention Photos with Snapchat-Style Filters from LinkedIn LinkedIn has long been the bastion of boring, in a way — with professional networking being the main order of business.  Will the new geofilters add a spicy layer to the social media...

The Internet has the potential to cause harm to your children and teens, but there aren’t rules and restrictions governing it like we have with other things in our society.  The Internet is like the Wild West—There are very few controls, and it’s not private.  So how...

Whether you believe that more screen space equals higher productivity or simply more room for distraction, the dual monitor discussion isn’t going away anytime soon.   Walking into an IT department in most offices may make you feel as though you’re in some...

As if the threat of a data breach isn’t bad enough, Australian business owners now need to be aware of enhanced legislation around notifications in the event of a data breach. Data breaches are a serious threat to businesses throughout the world, but Australia...

If you’ve purchased a Mac expecting to never have to be concerned with malware or hacking, think again!  A recent exploit is targeting Mac users.  The good news?  It’s preventable. Mac users have long touted the fact that Apple computers are much less...

While some feel more isn’t always better, it actually is when it comes to monitors.  Some feel that paying for multiple monitors for employees is just a waste of space and money.  That’s a myth.  According to the report in the NY Times by a Jon Peddie Research survey,...

Video collaboration, online training, and productivity are some big gains to be had with two monitors, while disadvantages include the cost, additional resources required and the potential for distractions.  Here’s how to determine if dual monitors will be...