Ransomware a Risk for You, Too
Ransomware headlines focus on interrupted hospital services or downtime at several major brands. But ransomware can just as easily infect your home computer. [Read more…]
On-premises Software “Ownership” vs. The Cloud | Y-Not Tech Services – Lethbridge, AB Managed Service Provider
On-premises Software “Ownership” vs. The Cloud
Cloud computing is common in business. Yet there are some who remain skeptical. One of the sticking points is that the business doesn’t own the software it is using in the cloud. This can cause concern, but this article helps you weigh up the options. [Read more…]
Turn Your Tablet into a Child-Friendly Device | Y-Not Tech Services – Lethbridge, AB Computer Repair
Turn Your Tablet into a Child-Friendly Device
Tablets are convenient, light, and portable. Maybe you got a new one during the holiday, or your old one needs replacing. You can feel better about moving to the new device if you turn the old tablet into a child-friendly device. Here’s how. [Read more…]
How to Prevent Password Spraying Attacks | Y-Not Tech Services – Lethbridge, AB IT Support
How to Prevent Password Spraying Attacks
Bad cyber actors are what the kids these days would call “try hards.” They do everything they can think of to get into your accounts. One tactic is password spraying. In case you don’t know about it, this article gives the basics and shares strategies to prevent this type of attack. [Read more…]
Aligning Strategy and IT with Your MSP | Lethbridge, AB IT Consulting and MSP
Aligning Strategy and IT with Your MSP
Scaling your business is critical to your success. Business is, after all, dynamic. Ideally, it’s growing, but it almost always needs to pivot. When that happens, you need your IT to keep pace. Working with a managed service provider (MSP) to align your strategy and IT can support and even drive agility. [Read more…]
3 Reasons to Avoid Signing in With Facebook or Google Accounts | Y-Not Tech Services – Lethbridge, AB Computer Help
3 Reasons to Avoid Signing in With Facebook or Google Accounts
Nine out of ten times today when you visit a website you’re asked to sign in. To add convenience, many sites offer the ability to sign in using a Facebook or Google account. Sure, it’s simpler, but this article will share three key reasons why you might want to avoid this easy route. [Read more…]
How to Spot Email Spoofing | Y-Not Tech Services – Lethbridge, AB IT Support
How to Spot Email Spoofing
The number of emails we get daily can be overwhelming. We could be excused for not looking at them all closely – well, almost. Except that not taking care to review emails for signs of spoofing could be a real risk to your business. Learn about email spoofing and how to avoid it in this article. [Read more…]
The Unexpected Benefits of Password Managers | Y-Not Tech Services – Lethbridge, AB Computer Help
The Unexpected Benefits of Password Managers
The main advantage of a password manager is obvious to anyone with more than one account online (i.e. everyone). Instead of remembering all 100 usernames and passwords, the password manager autofills them. It’s a boon. But it’s not the only reason to use a password manager. This article shares several more unexpected benefits. [Read more…]
How to Safely Retire Old Devices | Y-Not Tech Services – Lethbridge, AB IT Support
How to Safely Retire Old Devices
It’s inevitable that we’ll retire old devices to upgrade to the latest and greatest. A new laptop, desktop, or phone is exciting. Yet, before you get too distracted by your shiny, new device, take the time to safely retire the old one.
When buying the new device you may take trade-in value. Otherwise, you may let that old iPad sit in your drawer for another couple of years. Either way, it’s important to take some key steps to protect the data on that old device before moving on. [Read more…]
Computer Down? You Need it Now. Now What? | Y-Not Tech Services – Lethbridge, AB Managed Service Provider
Computer Down? You Need it Now. Now What?
Ever met someone who responds to computer downtime with applause or relief? Neither have we. When a computer goes down, the individual inevitably needs it fixed fast. Yet, depending on your repair model, it could take longer than you hope. This article compares break-fix to managed services. [Read more…]
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