If your trusty home PC has started showing its age, with more issues cropping up lately, you may wonder if it’s finally time to say goodbye to your old friend. Or could some TLC in the form of repairs get it back in the game?
We are often asked to help clients make this decision. Several important factors must be considered when determining the best path forward. [Read more…]
So you’ve got an exciting new announcement for your clients – a new service launch, a big sale – and you want to spread the word.
You load up your email client, mass-add everyone in your address book, and get ready to press the Send button.
Hold up for a minute! You may not want to do this.
There are some significant downsides to consider before blasting emails from your inbox. [Read more…]
Casual Social Media Posts and Hidden DangersSocial media is a powerful marketing tool for small businesses, allowing you to share updates and engage with customers easily. However, what you share on platforms such as Facebook and Instagram could put your company at risk of a cyberattack. [Read more…]
Protecting Kids in the Evolving Digital LandscapeFrom online bullying to inappropriate content, the internet poses unique risks to children that didn’t exist just a decade ago. While basic safety measures such as avoiding suspicious links and keeping personal details private are still necessary, today’s kids face a more complex threat landscape that demands continuous vigilance from parents. [Read more…]
We’ve all been there: an unexpected tech glitch throws a wrench in your works at the worst possible moment. As annoying as it is, staying calm and providing full transparency with your IT friends will have you back up and running in no time.
In this article, we’ll share what essential details to include in a help ticket to get you up and running quickly. [Read more…]
Do You Really Need to “Safely Eject” USB Drives Anymore?We’ve all been there: rushing to grab your USB drive only to be stopped in your tracks by an ominous warning about “safely removing” it first. But does this advice from the days of yore still apply in the era of Windows 10 and 11?
If you’ve been swamped with spam lately, you’re not alone. Unwanted marketing messages clogging up our inboxes seem to be part of everyday digital life. But have you ever stopped to wonder how on earth all those spammers acquired your email address? [Read more…]
In today’s digital era, most businesses couldn’t do without a reliable internet and phone connection. However, recent events have shown us the potential risks of relying on a single network source.
One such incident occurred when Optus, one of Australia’s leading telecom providers, experienced a massive outage, leaving an estimated 400,000 businesses without internet or phone connectivity. [Read more…]
Have you recently received an email claiming to be from Norton informing you of an upcoming subscription renewal? Be cautious, as this could be a scam.
The “Norton Subscription Renewal Email Scam” is making the rounds. This article aims to inform you about what to look for and how to avoid it. [Read more…]
Why You Need to Question Facebook QuizzesWhen you see a quiz on social media you:
A. Always fill it in! Of course, you want to know your celebrity alter ego or what your favorite food means about you.
B. Sometimes participate. Your friends have done it, so now you’re curious about your results too.
C. Scroll on by. You don’t want to risk security. [Read more…]
