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Imagine you’re going about your day when suddenly you receive a text from the CEO. The head of the company is asking for your help. They’re out doing customer visits and someone else dropped the ball in providing gift cards. The CEO needs you to...
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Microsoft Teams is a lot of things. It’s a video conferencing tool, a team messaging channel, and a tool for in-app co-authoring, just to name a few. During the pandemic, the popularity of Teams skyrocketed. User numbers for MS Teams jumped from 20 million in...
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If you have the talent and desire for cybersecurity but are unfamiliar with the fundamentals, you should seek cybersecurity training, in order to gain cybersecurity experience. The typical approach to training is to first study programming and networking skills in order to have a head...
Workers connecting to the office from home have increased security breaches in numerous businesses in recent years. If you are a business owner wanting to safeguard the security of your company, you will most likely want to remain ahead of the curve and learn...
The cybersecurity initiative is taken with the integration of assorted tools and technologies so that the multidimensional security and integrity can be enforced. Whether you’re starting from scratch or simply trying to enhance your existing procedures, here are six key steps you’ll need to create a cybersecurity...
According to a 2020 Verizon analysis, 86% of data breaches worldwide are driven by monetary gain. Businesses and individuals must maintain proactive cybersecurity since a cybersecurity attack may cost hundreds or even millions of dollars. Successful cybersecurity attacks may cause significant data loss as well...
Microsoft 365 is the most popular of all major office productivity software. It has 48.8% of the global market share, just edging out Google’s apps, by a couple of percentage points. It’s used by individuals, small & mid-sized businesses, and larger enterprise organizations. It does...
When you hear about Microsoft adding security apps to M365, it’s often the business versions. But the pandemic has changed the way that we see the workplace. It’s now a hybrid world. One made up of several connected “mini-offices” located in employee homes. The outsourcing...
In a world where remote working is becoming more popular, businesses are emphasizing the need of ensuring that everyone in their organization utilizes secure VPN connections. VPN technology, which stands for virtual private network, is similar to an internet security service in that it allows...
Technology has always been an integral part of our culture. Technology is always evolving, and as it does, so do the ways we utilize it. Over the last two decades, there has been a significant shift in how we interact, what we watch, and how...
Software vulnerabilities are an unfortunate part of working with technology. A developer puts out a software release with millions of lines of code. Then, hackers look for loopholes that allow them to breach a system through that code. The developer issues a patch to fix...
Nokia (Finland) has proposed to replace Huawei (China) in the 5G market in the United States. In comparison to Huawei, how advanced is Nokia’s 5G technology? Should Western Nations, give preference to Western 5G firms? Professional accreditation. Unlike the other ill-informed responses, I know...
Have you felt more secure from cyberattacks because you have a smaller business? Maybe you thought that you couldn’t possibly have anything that a hacker could want? Didn’t think they even knew about your small business. Well, a new report by cybersecurity firm Barracuda Networks...
What can’t a firewall protect against Firewalls differ in their functionality, and some provide greater security than others – hardware firewalls are more complex and include subscription services such as IPS (intrusion prevention system), which analyzes activity on ports that must be open (such...
After being the main entry to the internet in the late 1990s and early 2000s, Internet Explorer (IE) is gone. As of June 15, 2022, Microsoft dropped the web browser from support. IE ushered in the age of connection to the world in 1995 and...
Merely mitigating external cybersecurity threats isn’t enough to fight cybercrime in today’s ever-evolving threat landscape. Although insider threats can be just as devastating as their external counterparts, most businesses fail to track and manage insider threats adequately. Human error and malicious insider threat behavior...
The pandemic has been a reality that companies around the world have shared. It required major changes in how they operate. No longer, did the status quo of having everyone work in the office make sense for everyone. Many organizations had to quickly evolve their...
As the business world becomes increasingly digitized, you’ll have to tackle several dangers that come with doing business online. Cybercriminals nowadays have several methods to target organizations, from credential hacks to sophisticated ransomware attacks. This is why it’s critical to think about measures to...
Phishing. It seems you can’t read an article on cybersecurity without it coming up. That’s because phishing is still the number one delivery vehicle for cyberattacks. A cybercriminal may want to steal employee login credentials. Or wish to launch a ransomware attack for a payout....
In today’s digital world, safeguarding your organization’s online assets is critical. Unfortunately, poor password hygiene practices by some employees cause problems for many small businesses, leaving them vulnerable to hackers. Cybercriminals are constantly trying to find new ways to break into business systems. Sadly, too...
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Clicking on the phishing link on any device, be it an Android phone, an iPhone, a laptop, or any other device capable of accessing them, causes no harm. The harm will be done only if, after accessing the link, you chance to input the right...
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For a business to survive a data loss event, it will have to pay attention and invest in the IT infrastructure needed to ensure not just data survival but business continuity. This is where the BCDR solution comes in. BCDR is designed to provide failover...
Productivity can be challenging to track, no matter where employees are working. How do you know they’re using their tools as effectively as possible? How can you enable them to adopt best practices? These are questions that managers often ask themselves. If they’re looking at...
When you press the Power button or Touch ID button on your Mac, if you don’t see any images, video, or visuals of any sort on your display, if you don’t hear a startup chime, and if you don’t hear any fan or spinning drive...
Defense Strategies to Combat Insider Threats Insider threats are among the most dangerous cyber threats out there. Yet, organizations of all sizes seem to be either reluctant or negligent when it comes to fighting them. Even though some companies have an insider risk management...
Eagle Mountain recently lost over $1.13 million to organized cybercrime, municipal officials reported on Monday. “This crime was conducted through an email impersonation,” Eagle Mountain officials stated. “The individual(s) involved were able to depict themselves as a representative of a vendor working closely with...
Cloud file storage revolutionized the way we handle documents. No more having to email files back and forth. No more wondering which person in the office has the most recent copy of a document. Between 2015 and 2022, the percentage of worldwide corporate data stored...
It’s important to pinpoint PC products as one thing and OS X products as another one completely opposite. PC is any computer that uses the x86 architecture and is not a server by design; Macs are, technologically, PC products, too. Some people’s dichotomy is down...
Many small businesses make the mistake of skipping policies. They feel that things don’t need to be so formal. They’ll just tell staff what’s expected when it comes up and think that’s good enough. But this way of thinking can cause issues for small and...
Use hotkeys such as windows and arrow keys to move your window to a precise location, as well as touch pad movements with three or four fingers. Install Powertoys 2 to receive a powerful toolkit that is compatible with Windows 10 and 11. Hover over...
When developing in R, working with and wrangling data, or preparing for machine learning projects, there may be times when one has to use operating system instructions from/in R. Let’s look at some of the most helpful cmd commands while using R in this blog...
One constant about technology is that it changes rapidly. Tools that were once staples, like Internet Explorer and Adobe Flash, age out. New tools replace those that are obsolete. Discontinued technology can leave computers and networks vulnerable to attacks. While older technology may still run...
Cyber insurance is a type of insurance that protects businesses from financial losses that can result from a cyberattack. While it’s an essential tool for businesses of all sizes, there are some facts you should be aware of before purchasing a policy. Just because...
There is a reason why phishing is usually at the top of the list for security awareness training. For the last decade or two, it has been the main delivery method for all types of attacks. Ransomware, credential theft, database breaches, and more launch via...
How many text messages from companies do you receive today as compared to about two years ago? If you’re like many people, it’s quite a few more. This is because retailers have begun bypassing bloated email inboxes. They are urging consumers to sign up for...
A faulty sector on a hard drive is a little cluster of storage space in the hard disk that looks to be defective. Requests to read or write will be ignored by the sector. Both older HDDs and contemporary SSDs can have bad sectors. There...
As the world increasingly moves online, so do the risks to our businesses. Cyber insurance is one way to help your business recover following a cyberattack. It covers financial losses caused by events such as data breaches, cyber theft, ransomware and more. Cyber insurance...
Expect changes in study, work, communication, and technology when COVID-19 is reined in and mankind enters the new normal. When we thought about a post-pandemic society, we think of a very far away event, but the reality is, is just right in the corner. ...
Facial recognition software. COVID-tracking applications. Travel safety innovations during a pandemic may reveal your personal information. Do you really trust new travel technology? The travel tech revolution, hastened by the COVID-19 epidemic, is both magnificent and intrusive of your privacy. Air travel and border...
You’ve completed your annual phishing training. This includes teaching employees how to spot phishing emails. You’re feeling good about it. That is until about 5-6 months later. Your company suffers a costly ransomware infection due to a click on a phishing link. You wonder why...
When looking for cyber insurance for your small business, you may find it hard to navigate technology and insurance jargon. There are even different types of cyber coverage and you might not be sure what you need because you’re not a cybersecurity expert. Plus, once...
As the world becomes more digitized and cybercrime increases, the need for cyber insurance is something businesses should not overlook. If your company handles, transmits or stores sensitive data, you need to know about cyber insurance. Cyber insurance is intended to protect businesses from the...
Multiple Factors Can Wipe Out Your Microsoft 365 Data Download our eBook to learn about the myths and realities of Microsoft 365. SAAS Vendors Like Microsoft 365 Are Not Responsible for Your Data Although you may believe that Microsoft 365 protects your data completely, that...
Download our checklist to learn why small businesses must embrace incident response best practices. Don’t ignore incident response best practices Did you know that cyber incidents have increased by about 63% compared to last year?1 If you think your business is too small to be...
The number of internet-connected devices in homes has been growing. It’s increased exponentially over the last decade. A typical home now has 10.37 devices connected to the internet. PCs and mobile devices make up a little over half of those and the rest are IoT...
In some contexts, the phrase “cybersecurity” might be deceptive. The phrase “Information Security” is used interchangeably by the Federal Government (in several publications, memorandums, regulations, and so on). So, We’ll attempt to respond in two ways: If cybersecurity is synonymous with information security, ...
Data hygiene, from a hybrid workforce perspective, aims at the structuring of information and the elimination of dirty data from your network. It involves the implementation of sound policies to check records for accuracy and the removal of errors. Data hygiene is vital for businesses...
One of the big draws of a laptop computer is that you can use it anywhere. You don’t need to have it plugged in all the time because it has an internal battery. Your laptop may start out with several hours of battery life when...
The technology industry is a big and evolving entity that appears to be immune to the ups and downs of economic performance in many aspects. It is also a worldwide sector, and while Silicon Valley is often associated with it, there are a number of...
Can Your Business Survive a Ransomware Attack? Download our eBook for in-depth insight into how prevalent ransomware attacks have become and effective ways to tackle them. Ransomware Incidents Are on the Rise Cybercriminals have advanced to the point where they can easily breach futile...
Download our checklist to equip your business to recover from attacks. Armor your defenses with BCDR Today, cybercriminals have quite a few ways to access your information. Multiple data servers, remote workers and devices, cloud and SaaS applications, to name a few, provide...
Don’t ignore incident response best practices Did you know that cyber incidents have increased by about 63% compared to last year?1 If you think your business is too small to be targeted by cybercriminals, you are leaving your business at risk. Small businesses like...
“Hybrid office” is the new buzzword you’ll hear used in business discussions. It’s the mix of having employees both working at the office and working from home. This has become more than a buzzword and is now the reality for many companies. There was a...
According to an analysis by the cybersecurity firm Mandiant, at least 72 fake news sites in 11 languages routinely insulted the West and retaliated against criticism of China. According to research published Thursday, a Chinese marketing agency hosted a ring of at least 72...
Taiwan encourages businesses to tighten cybersecurity as cyberattacks surge amid China war concerns. TAIWAN has asked the island’s businesses to enhance their cybersecurity in the next days, as the Taipei administration reported a record number of cyberattacks on their websites amid strained ties with...
Why to Adopt a Comprehensive Backup and BCDR Strategy Being a business owner is challenging. You have to deal with multiple problems at once and effectively solve each of those. You also need to have the foresight to arm your business with the right...
Depending on how productive you’ve been at work recently, you may or may not feel as if your boss is “peeking” over your digital shoulder. Maybe you feel like you’re being watched A LOT, or maybe you don’t. Allow me to dispel your fears: no...
Credential theft is now at an all-time high and is responsible for more data breaches than any other type of attack. With data and business processes now largely cloud-based, a user’s password is the quickest and easiest way to conduct many different types of dangerous...
According to IBM’s 2020 Cost of Data Breach Report, human error causes nearly 25 percent of data breaches, meaning that a negligent employee can become a tangible threat to your business’ invaluable data. The only way to prevent your employees from compromising your business data...
Prioritize Compliance Requirements for Your Business One of the many challenges you probably face as a business owner is dealing with the vague compliance requirements present in HIPAA and PCI-DSS legislation. Due to the unclear regulatory messaging, “assuming” rather than “knowing” can land your...
A cyber incident is a type of security event that can harm a business like yours. Ranging from data breaches and system failures to malware attacks and phishing scams, these incidents can hinder productivity, revenue growth, and customer satisfaction. In most cases, a cyber...
Cyber Incident Prevention Best Practices for Small Businesses As a small business owner, you may think you are “too small” to be the target of cybercrime because you aren’t a large, multimillion-dollar company. However, this couldn’t be further from the truth. Although the media...
Smartphones and tablets are often the preferred device for communications, web searching, and accessing many types of apps. They’re more portable and can be used from anywhere. We’re seeing the takeover of many activities that used to be performed on traditional computers. Now, people are...
Following the country’s recent decision to allow parallel imports and encourage local enterprises to use systems without official approval, Russia might become the world’s largest market for illicit IT technology and equipment. The recent migration of numerous global IT businesses from Russia,...
Apple MacBook notebooks are elegant and stylish. “I’m an iconic!” shouts the sleek, aluminum-bodied design. When compared to the most recent laptop designs, it appears incredibly futuristic. The model selection is simple in design: It does not have three models like many of its competitors,...
You’re charging it wrong Even though your iPhone has superior technology to prevent its lithium-ion battery from being overcharged, your poor habits may be accidentally diminishing your phone’s battery life. To begin, you should remove your phone’s case when charging because the cover might...
Approximately 34% of businesses take a week or longer to regain access to their data and systems once hit with a malware attack. Malware is an umbrella term that encompasses many different types of malicious code. It can include: Viruses Ransomware Spyware Trojans Adware Key...
Nvidia and AMD: Card prices are falling down Recently, a drop in video card prices has been reported due to the fall in Bitcoin prices. In the last two years, video cards, mainly those of AMD and Nvidia, have experienced a crisis that...
One of the most important applications we choose is our internet browser. When on a computer or a mobile device, we work in that most of the time because many applications are now cloud-based, so accessing them means going through your browser. Over the years...
Download our eBook to learn why outsourcing your IT might be the best decision you ever make. Learn the secret to getting reliable IT services for your business You need reliable IT services to compete in today’s competitive modern marketplace. However, you might...
Ever since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, the concept of Disaster Recovery (DR) has received unprecedented attention. Most businesses have realized the importance of bouncing back quickly from a disruptive event. In 2020, about 80% of SMBs reported having a recovery plan in place.1...
Data Loss Disasters Come in Many Forms If we’ve learned anything from the COVID-19 pandemic, it’s that we don’t have it all figured out. Not only are we vulnerable as a species, but so are the systems, processes, and devices we’ve built. Natural and...
While many companies have moved most of their workflows to the cloud, there is still a key component of office operations that is location-based. This would be employee computers. Most companies still rely on desktops and laptops to allow employees to access critical software and...
How Can Cyber Resilience Protect SMBs? Small and Medium Businesses (SMBs) usually invest less in cybersecurity, making them easier targets for cybercriminals. Close to 30% of businesses experience a cyberattack at least once per week.1 The need for constant vigilance and defense against...
When you see those people with two monitors, you may assume they do some specialized work that requires all that screen space, or they just really like technology. But having the additional display real estate that a second screen provides can benefit anyone, even if...
9 Threats to Protect Your Business Against While there are numerous threats that businesses like yours must be aware of, let’s take a look at some of the most common. Ransomware Ransomware is a type of malware that threatens to disclose sensitive data...
According to STATISTA, phishing attacks reached an all-time high in the first quarter of 2022. The number of phishing assaults reached an all-time high in the first quarter of 2022, surpassing one million for the three-month period. The Anti-Phishing Working Group’s (APWG) Phishing...
Any cyberattack is dangerous, but the particularly devastating ones are those on supply chain companies. These can be any supplier – digital or non-digital – of goods and services. We’ve seen several attacks on the supply chain occur in 2021 that had wide-reaching consequences. These...
Over the last few years, we have seen several tech companies, such as Buffer, Todoist and Help Scout, to name a few, switch to a fully remote or partial work setup. Most of these companies spent months preparing for the switch by training their employees...
Need More Reliable IT Services for Your Business? One of the biggest challenges that small and medium-sized businesses face is how to use their limited resources most effectively. Every decision, from what products or services to offer to how to market and sell them,...
Purchasing a new computer is a big investment. Many small businesses and home PC owners end up struggling with older systems because they want to get as many years out of them as possible. Have you found yourself banging on your keyboard in frustration? Have...
So after some googling, we found out that people have complicated it by suggesting a different software. But then we found another simple way, in fact 2 different methods of recording without the software. So, that’s why decided to share this Computer Trick As I...
7 Common Internet of Things (IoT) Compliance Threats Discover how to maintain compliance while mitigating Internet of Things (IoT) threats. Download our eBook now. Ignoring data protection and compliance issues related to IoT is a big mistake. Compliance regulators for HIPAA, GDPR, CMMC,...
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The last year and a half have taught us that the world can experience a tremendous change in a short time. Whether it’s rapid technological advancements, cyberattacks, stalling economies or even a global pandemic, only a Resilient Organization can weather these storms. That’s why...
The Benefits of Outsourcing Your IT to a Trusted IT Service Provider Download our eBook to learn why outsourcing your IT might be the best decision you ever make. Learn the secret to getting reliable IT services for your business You need reliable...
The Internet of Things (IoT) is rapidly changing the technology landscape as we know it. Businesses worldwide are leveraging IoT for benefits such as seamless collaboration, access to comprehensive data and the ability to make stronger business decisions based on insights derived from substantial data....
The shift to remote work over the last two years has caused companies to realign their digital tools. Now, many meetings default to being via video conference rather than in person, and working from home has become commonplace. This time, we present you Microsoft Teams...
When it comes to protecting your online accounts, Stolen login credentials are a hot commodity on the Dark Web. There’s a price for every type of account from online banking to social media. For example, hacked social media accounts will go for between $30 to...
1. Control of Access You can lock out everyone who doesn’t need to view the data by regulating who has authorization in the first place. You can limit access to different parts of your network. If someone enters an area where they do not belong,...
Last year’s Colonial Pipeline assault sparked a catastrophe for the corporation and the country, teaching business executives some key lessons about how to respond to and handle crisis situations. According to the Washington Post, “Colonial’s 5,500 miles of pipelines transport petroleum from Gulf Coast refineries...
Over the last few decades, technology has been a driving force in business transformation and doesn’t show any signs of slowing down. As part of the Trend Predictions for 2023, the fact that direct digital transformation investments are projected to total $7 trillion between 2020...
In 2021, organizations that didn’t have zero trust incurred an average breach cost of USD 1.76 million more than those organizations with a mature zero-trust approach.1 It’s no wonder that 69% of organizations believe that there will be a rise in cyber spending in 2022...
Phishing is the number one method of attack delivery for everything from ransomware to credential theft. We are very aware of it coming by email, but other types of phishing have been growing rapidly. The premise is to raise awareness about how important is to...
Rapid technological advancement and rising global connectivity are reshaping the way the world is functioning. From higher productivity to improved customer satisfaction, technology has played a critical role in the growth of businesses across the world. However, the consequential bad news is that technological advancements...
Gary Bowser, one of the members of the hacker group Team-Xecuter, was sentenced to more than three years in prison in mid-February for collaborating with the creation of hacking chips for Nintendo consoles. Now the transcript of that trial has come to light in which...
It can be exciting a technology change into your business. Finding a solution that will help your team members do their jobs more efficiently and effectively by filling a gap in your technology infrastructure is certainly an achievement. However, before you get carried away with...
Cyberattacks may appear to be something that small businesses do not need to consider. Because cyber criminals only target large, profitable targets, right? Why would they choose a small firm to target? Unfortunately, small companies may be highly appealing targets for unscrupulous hackers and cyber...
What’s Lurking in Your Server Closet? Download our eBook to learn more about the cyber threats that wreak havoc on businesses. Unified BCDR is the answer to digital threats Many IT professionals and businesses are oblivious to the threat actors trying to exploit the weakest...
One area of cloud computing that is used widely, but often isn’t as flashy as the software side is cloud storage. Storing files in the cloud to make them easily accessible and shareable from anywhere was one of the very first uses of the cloud...
Phishing is a social engineering attack used to obtain sensitive information, such as login credentials and payment details, from users. It happens when an attacker, posing as a trusted source, dupes a victim into clicking on a malicious link or downloading a spam file sent...
Download our eBook to learn the top ways of managing vulnerabilities across your business Scanning alone isn’t enough to protect your data If you are responsible for network security, don’t neglect to identify the weaknesses within your IT network. It can expose your business to...
Technology is advancing at an unprecedented pace, empowering businesses to accomplish more in less time. The transformations that technology has brought about in the business world are mind-boggling and with transformative change comes stress. Without a defined change management strategy in place, avoidable inconsistencies are...
Is your tech acceleration going in the right direction? Download our eBook to learn how to invest wisely in technology that supports long-term organizational goals. Smart Tech Acceleration Is the Best Way Forward Technology adoption accelerated swiftly because of initial pandemic restrictions. By embracing remote...
Download our infographic to understand how to scale your business sustainably. Reduce organizational stress by establishing a sustainable foundation When it comes to growing their organization, most small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) have fewer resources to work with than large corporations. So, when it comes...
While you would not expect a technology company to discuss topics such as trust, we’re not like most managed service providers (MSPs). We understand how technology affects trust and impacts your people, processes, and bottom line. That’s why we’re here to show you how to...
Whether you work remotely or in an office, the line between personal and work tasks can become blurred when working on your company computer. If you’re in front of a computer for most of your time during work, then it’s not unusual to get attached...
The world has become a less trusting place. A recent study by the Edelman Trust Barometer found that trust in business, media, government, and NGOs has reached an all-time low. The study also revealed that trust levels are divided along generational lines, with millennials displaying...
Download our checklist to learn how you can achieve organizational agility. Accelerating profitability and IT outcomes with agility Whether you are a business owner or executive, you’ve probably spent the past few years responding to a never-ending set of challenges such as global pandemics, shifting...
Download our eBook to learn why Lack of Trust is so dangerous to the success of Small Businesses Lack of Trust can break a business In an age where data breaches and cybersecurity threats are commonplace, it’s more important than ever to build trust among...
Technology can be a daunting investment for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs). Between the initial cost and the time and effort it takes to maintain and keep up with technology, it’s little wonder why so many SMBs are hesitant to invest in it. However,...
In 2020, 75% of companies around the world experienced a phishing attack. Phishing remains one of the biggest dangers to your business’s health and wellbeing because it’s the main delivery method for all types of cyberattacks. One phishing email can be responsible for a company...
If you want to achieve Tech Acceleration you better watch out for these mistakes Before taking the first step toward tech acceleration, consider three major mistakes to avoid: Concentrating on rapid advancements or short-term goals This is the most common mistake that...
It’s not unusual to change a Mobile Phone Number from time to time. For example, when you move, you may want a number that is local to the area you just moved to. Companies also may end up recycling mobile numbers throughout their staff as...
U.S. prosecutors have accused a 55-year-old Venezuelan doctor of creating and selling widely used malicious software that cybercriminals used in extortion or ransomware attempts at multiple organizations. Moises Luis Zagala Gonzalez is accused of creating a type of ransomware that burst onto the cybercriminal...
It’s becoming increasingly difficult to locate native Windows software—it appears that every productivity program now resides in the web. That can be aggravating if you want to use an app that works great right out of the box on Windows as a desktop program. Take...
Rushing through process changes, technology updates, and new recruit training may lead to missed deadlines and unneeded confusion. That is why firms must follow a long-term plan that allows them to develop smarter rather than quicker. In business, sustainability is all about being repeatable, adaptive,...
Over 2.4 million searches happen every minute on Google. It’s often the first stop people make when they go online. We search daily for both personal and work needs, and often searching out the right information can take a lot of time if you have...
Your firm works in a volatile business climate where new technologies are altering sectors, client tastes are fast evolving, and geopolitical equations are significantly moving. You are not alone if you are trying to adjust to these rapid and difficult shifts. To address these difficulties...
Most small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) are time and resource constrained, so they may rush through process implementations, technology upgrades, and new hire training. This invariably leads to botched executions and a foundation that does not support long-term scaling. Sustainable scaling enables you to scale...
Being a sustainable business means more than just recycling and using renewable energy. It means laying the groundwork for future employee and customer growth. An organization with sustainability as one of its core principles has a better chance of success in the future. Three attributes...
The global damage of Cybersecurity Mistakes has risen to an average of $11 million USD per minute, which is a cost of $190,000 each second. 60% of small and mid-sized companies that have a data breach end up closing their doors within six months because...
Windows 11 has been out for a few months now, beginning rollout in October of 2021. It has been largely well-received and seen as stable with very few bugs noted. One of the reasons that Windows 11 has been welcomed with open arms for both...
Despite the fact that small and medium-sized organizations sometimes have far fewer resources than bigger enterprises, emphasizing Organizational Agility is just as important for their survival. This is due to the fact that in today’s society, where a range of unpleasant shocks can occur at...
Remote work has grown in popularity over the years. It is owing to technological developments and the current COVID 19 epidemic. There has been a significant increase in the number of companies working from home since the Covid-19 lockdown. More businesses are experimenting with remote...
Fake news, abuse, and disinformation have always existed, but they have taken on new dimensions with the rise of social media. Now we’re questioning how the internet affects our decisions, social cohesion, and social behaviors. Elon Musk, the billionaire owner of Tesla, raised the issue...
Unified Communications are a go-to solution for business owners looking to streamline their businesses and increase employee productivity in the long term. See how it benefits your business. Providing high-quality communication channels is crucial for any company. After all, it promotes cross-department collaboration and faster...
It’s easy to believe you’d never fall for a phishing scam, but more individuals than you think fall victim to these cybercrimes each year. For example, the FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center reported that Americans lost a staggering $57 million to phishing schemes in 2019....
Do you understand the advantages of digitization for small businesses? In this post, you will learn what it is, why it is essential, and how to use digital transformation to build a small business. Are you seeking for the most effective strategy to drive corporate...
When it comes to improving customer experience through better marketing, the future is today. However, determining the optimal path to buyer pleasure and loyalty may necessitate a mindset shift in order to adopt customer service technologies. If it seems unclear, consider the merger of Sears...
Nothing is more crucial to a business than stability. Yes, profit matters, but companies can achieve consistent profits easily when markets are stable. The world, of course, doesn’t always work this way. Markets are highly unpredictable and things change in the blink of an eye....
For companies of all sizes throughout the world, the last two years have been a roller coaster journey. Small and medium-sized companies (SMBs) were particularly hard impacted during this period. Because most SMBs had less funds and resources, losses were far more severe than for...
With the corporate world becoming increasingly reliant on digitalization, the use of technology in your firm is inescapable. Although technology may definitely provide your company an advantage in increasingly competitive marketplaces, there are a number of potential pitfalls to be aware of. This is why...
Hardly any phone call system in a business beats VoIP when it comes to efficiency and flexibility. However, it’s not immune to cyberattacks. Discover how you can secure your VoIP ASAP. What kind of communication system are you using for your business? I asked because...
In a multi-stakeholder, multi-system environment, the globe is increasingly utilizing blockchain technology to ensure the security and safety of transactions, supply chains, smart contracts, and identity management. This is due to the fact that blockchain—a digital ledger of transactions that is duplicated and distributed across...
While chalkboards have long felt like relics of bygone eras, you might be shocked at how much classrooms have evolved in the last 10 years. Many textbooks and paper hand-in methods have been replaced by tablets and Chromebooks, plagiarism and cheating are being caught in...
Before choosing which of the two consoles is better, it is important to note that the consoles are each identified, according to the functions they perform, and what users are looking for. That is, if someone is looking for an online experience, they will most...
A torn-down virtual infrastructure creates risks for any business. And it can have a significant impact on how quickly you can retrieve your data and resume operations following an attack. These days, many businesses use virtualized infrastructure for more straightforward data storage. It’s because this...
Data protection regulations require your business to assess all possible threats to the sensitive data your business stores or manages. While most businesses tend to focus most of their attention on external threats, they often overlook insider threats that exist right under their collective noses....
As a business owner, you’re probably already aware of the threats looming over data security in today’s digital environment. The irretrievable loss of critical business data could be the worst thing to happen to your business. Apart from the financial fallout directly associated with the...
In IT, the principle of least privilege (PoLP) refers to the concept that any process, program or user must be provided with only the bare minimum privileges (access or permissions) needed to perform a function. For instance, if a user account has been created for...
OneNote is a digital note-taking tool that comes with plenty of benefits for users. But what you may not have realized yet is how powerful this app can be for enhancing team collaboration. Note-taking. This is an essential part of day-to-day operations for many business...
Backups play a critical role in any data protection strategy. If you are counting on your backups for disaster recovery and business continuity, unexpected backup failure can prove to be disastrous for your business. Especially when backups are scheduled automatically, you run the risk of...
In today’s global information economy, your business data is the golden goose chased by cybercriminals. Given how this data has an endless life, who can ensure that it isn’t exploited for unsavory gains? Well, governments worldwide have stepped up to the plate. The implementation of...
The importance of data privacy and data security has grown exponentially as organizations today collect and store more information than ever before. Having a robust data protection strategy is critical to safeguard confidential information and to ensure smooth functioning of your business. But before we...
Having understood that your SaaS data is only partially protected, it’s time to look at three reasons why you need to tighten up loose ends and avail SaaS backup immediately. Reason 1: Various Data Loss Risks and Security Threats at Your End Here are some...
The science of encryption has been the answer to the fundamental human need to masquerade and protect sensitive information from prying eyes. Although the technology has witnessed a drastic metamorphosis over the ages, the fundamental concept behind encryption has remained unchanged. Encryption involves substituting the...
Today, the competitive business environment is data-driven. Data provides key insights into your customers and business performance that helps you make better decisions and improve processes. However, the sudden influx of employees working remotely exposes your organization’s information to several security threats. According to the...
Google Drive is more than a file-sharing platform. It allows you to streamline your work in ways you never thought were possible. Learn how it can help boost workplace productivity. Did you know that something as simple as organizing your business is crucial to success?...
We live in a digital era, and data has become one of the world’s most precious commodities. Every day, businesses acquire massive amounts of data from their consumers, and this data is important to their day-to-day operations. If a company entity loses its data under...
Since the COVID-19 epidemic threw the globe into chaos, remote working has become a critical tool for corporations to keep their operations functioning. While some firms already had the technical infrastructure in place to support remote work, the majority were forced to adapt in a...
Ransomware is the same as a data breach. From the standpoint of a data regulator, it is your company’s job to keep data safe from cyber threats, notify clients about a breach within a certain time frame, and provide relevant documents as proof of your...
The ongoing COVID-19 epidemic has brought several unique problems to enterprises throughout the world in their day-to-day operations. Remote working has become a vital aspect in keeping operations up and running as every organization tries to thrive in this unique climate. This adaption, however, has...
Cloud Computing offers a bunch of advantages. Here are a few examples: 1. Adaptive scalability. Scaling and load balancing on the fly for real-time resource capacity control 2. Cost-saving. An increase in the amount of back-end storage systems facilitates the transfer of CAPEX to OPEX....
Yes. In fact, unless you enable anyone to openly access your computer, this is the most typical technique for someone to get into it (e.g. library). When you connect your system to a network, whether it’s local (LAN) or broad (WAN), it becomes accessible by...
Printing devices are often overlooked when it comes to security. But the reality is, cybercriminals can hack your printer to get confidential information. Your printer is probably the last piece of computer equipment you thought needed protection from cybercriminals. But the truth is very different. ...
Best Refurbished Laptops Deals A big deal when it comes to buying Refurbished Laptops depends on a few factors and varies from situation to situation. For instance, the price at which you are getting the refurbished product, is it substantially cheaper compared to the original...
Google and Microsoft are both releasing emergency patches to address a severe vulnerability in their browsers. This vulnerability, which allows for remote code execution within the V8 Javascript engine, is currently being exploited by hackers. To avoid the issue, we recommend that you upgrade Chrome...
Low productivity can be a massive obstacle to growing your business. Luckily, there are many ways to solve this problem and be more productive. Many people struggle to finish the task at hand. No matter how long they’ve been in the business, productivity seems to...
Design Apple used to be synonymous with cutting-edge design and the finest usability. They now use a function-follows-form strategy. Their preoccupation with making things thinner began with the elimination of the CD ROM and has progressed to the removal of important features such as MagSafe...
Cybersecurity is changing in gigantic steps. Cybersecurity was valued in 68.34 billions of dollars in 2013, while in 2022 will be valued in 155.83 billions of dollars. The amount of money invested hasn’t come in a surprise, given the fact that we’re facing an unexpected...
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Learn through this article how to choose the right MSP for your business, so your company will grow cost-effectively. Digitalization has forced businesses to alter their operations and make IT a huge part of their day-to-day affairs. Still, some owners can’t cope with the change...
Okta, a tech company, admitted that hundreds of its corporate clients may have been harmed by a January attack, but it also stated that its own service had not been compromised and that the matter had been rectified. But, first of all… What’s Okta?...
“What should I do?” — First of all: is there any proof for the “hack” and stolen information? If not, the victim should demand some proof. Just like in kidnapping: no ransom without a sign of life from the kidnapped. We doubt there’s anything to...
DO NOT EVER CLICK ON LINKS IN AN EMAIL! At least not unless you are 100% sure that they are safe and even then – DON’T!! If you need to access a link in an email – do it directly by typing the appropriate URL...
US President Joe Biden encouraged private sector partners on Monday to “quickly fortify your cyber defenses,” citing “changing intelligence” showing “the possibility that Russia might conduct harmful cyber activities against the United States.” While promising that his administration will “continue to employ every instrument...
Getting used to Windows 11 shouldn’t be too challenging. On the contrary, the OS comes with several intuitive features to enhance productivity. Microsoft recently introduced Windows 11 as the company’s latest operating system. And compared to Windows 10, this OS has various features that can...
Technology has introduced a dynamic side to our regular tasks. Technology has exceptionally reduced the quantity of blood and sweat put over every easy venture. Technology isn’t a brand new period anymore, it changed because of the business revolution that initiated in an actual way and now could be part of each family to each little business. Since it’s miles twenty-first Century and now the sector has excelled past the complexities of digital realities, the word ‘era’ has now turned out to be extra numerous than the venture itself. There...
What factors should be considered while buying a motherboard? There are various sizes some of which may or may not fit your case. For details, see Motherboard Sizing The socket/CPU type is the next thing to consider (e.g. AMD, Intel, Intel ATOM). CPU families...
Your business faces all sorts of threats that can disrupt your operations. A comprehensive continuity plan can help address them. Carrying on with business as usual is easy when nothing out of the ordinary is happening. But the fact is, crises can strike anytime. And...
Many business owners shy away from Microsoft Edge, thinking it’ll slow down their operations. However, the browser has been massively upgraded and can help boost productivity. With Microsoft Edge, you can now surf the internet more privately, optimize performance, enable cross-device support, and enjoy many...
Windows At Windows, you can do scripts that rename files, for example, or create folders that obey patterns. You can write them using vbscript. Using hotkey in Windows can save your time for access programs or do actions, like minimize all windows (WIN+M), activate Windows...
Almost everyone believes that he or she knows how to use a computer, whether it is a “Windows” or a “Macintosh.” And 99 percent of the time, we’re wrong. Meanwhile, studies demonstrate (and any coder would concur) that using shortcuts may significantly speed up...
Hackers are endangering more businesses each day. Hacking has increased by 600% in the last year, so it’s not a surprise. Cybercriminals might be the biggest threat facing your company. Besides gaining access to your money and accounts, they can also take over critical software,...
Check to see if you’ve enabled remote access. Settings/System/Remote access is the way to get there. Make sure your anti-malware software is up to date. You can use Symantec Network Security from Norton. A firewall will defend you from web-based threats, and anti-virus will...
So that’s how you connect your router to your computer or laptop. The ethernet wire is the yellow wire. It facilitates data transfer. It might be blue or yellow in hue, or any other color. A black cable, which is the telephone line wire,...
First of all, sanctions have sought to reduce foreign funding for the Russian government, banks, and companies. To do so, allies have approved limitations on debt purchases and have applied sanctions against the country’s major banks. For example, the United States has blocked, among others,...
Microsoft Word is an indispensable part of most business environments. It has numerous features that can help you boost productivity. Microsoft Word is one of the most popular office programs in the world. It allows millions of people to complete their duties more efficiently. Whether...
A firewall is one of the most important components of safeguarding your company’s network. Firewalls regulate network traffic flow by deciding whether to accept or reject incoming packets based on established security criteria. What Are The Different Types Of Threats...
Your business can benefit a lot from working with an IT provider. However, you need to avoid several key mistakes when choosing your team. Time spent on trying to figure out the technology you use in your business can be costly. While doing that, you...
Organizations have had to make several overnight adjustments to stay afloat over the last few years. If you’re like most businesses, you may have needed solutions to support remote work and collaboration. But are those tools pointing you in the right direction towards your long-term...
Making the most of your Microsoft 365 apps requires you to adopt appropriate security measures, through effective security measures meant to bolster your data protection. Microsoft 365 is one of the best collaboration and productivity tools around. It provides users with seamless communication, scalability and...
There are a few things to consider before making such a statement. Cyberwar is a branch of conventional warfare. In the digital realm, it’s been used to steal, mislead, misdirect, and propagate propaganda, among other things (list could go on). Nation governments and criminal...
You may have state-of-the-art servers, but their efficiency can diminish over time. Managing them is key to optimizing your business operations. Numerous organizations rely on servers for various IT functions, such as applications, emails, hosting websites, and data storage. Although many companies have turned to...
Maintaining system security and integrity in an uncertain period has been a big issue for IT executives in the almost two years since the COVID-19 epidemic first pushed them to rethink their staff. With an increase in ransomware affecting federal agencies and defense centers, as...
Nowadays curiosity is regarded as ignorance when it comes to security. Whether you are communicating online, working in the cloud or storing things in the cloud, you are always vulnerable to attacks. Security can be very complicated, but you have to learn at least some...
Working from your computer or smartphone is convenient, but it can also be distracting. To maintain productivity, you should install effective Google Chrome Extensions. Google Chrome is arguably the most popular browser on the planet. It’s best known for allowing faster loading of websites, optimized...
Not only Windows 11 lack of attractiveness, but it’s also highly limiting and simplistic, making it a non-productive operating system. Let’s look at some of the issues in Windows 11: Start Menu: This is the start menu. When you click on it,...
When used strategically, technology can help small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) develop a more productive, efficient and innovative workforce. That’s why businesses that prioritize technology are three times more likely to exceed corporate goals.* In a business world that’s evolving at a breakneck pace, your...
The Snapdragon SoC with Armv9 CPU cores is the first of its kind. Qualcomm’s new chip is the first in the company to include Armv9 CPU cores. Yes, the chipset includes a 3GHz Cortex-X2, three Cortex-A710 cores, and four Cortex-A510 cores. The latter core is...
Updates are bad If your system is damaged by an update, you need to check if the update was installed correctly or if there is an error in Windows or, as a last resort, close the disk. But it doesn’t mean that all the...
Is your team also using their Android mobile devices to do their tasks? Incorporating an Android suite of apps into your workplace can dramatically improve productivity. Many organizations opt for Android to take their office productivity to the next level. After all, they can provide...
Discover these 7 movies about IT and technology: Ex Machina AI isn’t a new concept in cinema, but this recent Oscar-nominated movie has solidified itself as one of the best. It essentially warns of the not-so-distant day when robots become indistinguishable from us and...
If we do not empower ourselves with digital tools that protect us from any danger that exists out there, we can end up like the main characters of the following TV Shows. Check out these 7 TV Shows about IT and Technology! Black Mirror...
In SOS Support, we bring you 7 things you might didn’t know about the cybersecurity industry Companies can lose up to 2$ trillion in a year due to cyber crime: One of the scariest thing is to wake up one day and have it all...
You may wonder: My Chrome browser started running very slowly. Restarting it didn’t help. How can I fix it? It’s always the extensions. Others will suggest that you clean the cache, restart the browser, or close a few tabs… All of this is true,...
Online reputation can make or break your chances of landing and retaining clients. That’s why managing this aspect in your business is critical. Your store, whether brick-and-mortar or online, looks great. And your product or service may have struck a chord with the target audience....
What’s the Difference Between Outsourcing and Managed IT? Outsourcing has acquired a poor reputation. It implies that you’ll be outsourcing work or giving up control over a crucial element of your business. Managed Services is the total opposite of that, but it is always...
Great Leaders Want Options. Long before it became noticeable, Charles Ranlett was a huge proponent of diversity. However his definition meant a diversity of opinion rather than the kind we usually associate with political correctness. Ranlett as a great leader he was, he constantly demanded diverse...
The reality is, mobile devices are less safe than desktop computers. Boosting security on such devices is essential if you use them in business. Technological breakthroughs have streamlined your operations in several ways. Primarily, you can now use mobile devices to make your communication and...
Once you’ve completed a technology audit and prioritized the order in which you’ll close gaps in your infrastructure, it’s critical to remember that there are actions you must take prior to implementation for change to be successful and well-received by your team. Change produces...
Skilled hackers can easily access your system and steal precious business information. Upgrading your cybersecurity can help address this problem. Taking your cybersecurity seriously is a must. Otherwise, you leave the door open for criminals to compromise your business’s privacy and cause legal troubles. Now,...
Here is how you can sell technology services to skeptic business people (single location – owner/operator)! 1) Sell benefits — People will buy your services only if they feel it’s beneficial for them. The benefit that your service provides is its worth. No one wants to purchase...
You can call it “Quarterly Strategy Session” Just from a re-branding perspective, if you can call it from some way aside from Quarterly Business Review, you’re going to catch the attention and excitement from your employees. After that, the first thing will really need to...
Public networks expose your business to security threats. Switching to a VPN can greatly help in reducing those threats. Many companies rely on public networks for communication and data sharing. It allows them to cut costs and allocate their funds elsewhere. However, it also raises...
Business owners and executives understand that they need to protect themselves, but often underestimate the level of the threat. Many also believe that they can’t justify the expense of full-time cyber security professionals, even though professional staffing is an investment that pays off in...
Do’s : ——- 1. Send your work status regularly (better to send daily) and keep relavent people in CC. 2. Before starting the coding work make a design diagram of how you plan to do it (it can be a rough sketch). This will help...
Lost IPhone data after upgrade or jailbreak: Often after iPhone jailbreak or updating to a new version, you tend to lose iPhone videos, photos, contacts, and messages etc. In any such a situation of iPhone data loss, iCloud and iTunes backup comes as a rescue....
Phishing can lose you a lot of money and expose sensitive information. Microsoft 365 Defender can dramatically mitigate this risk with several features. Phishing attacks are a severe threat to your business. These fraudulent actions can cause your team members to accidentally share financial, customer,...
1) Right Click Dragging: You just click and hold with a right-click, just as you would with a left click and move it into another folder instead of moving it right away, it will actually bring up a context menu with a few options, whether...
The only way to continue your operations in case of setbacks is to enforce a well-thought-out business continuity plan. However, you’ll need to avoid several mistakes when developing your strategy. Your operations may seem efficient and failproof, but the reality is that obstacles can happen...
13. Mobile devices are difficult to manage and secure This abundance and widespread use make mobile devices an appealing target for attackers. Targeting is not new but the real challenge comes from security teams not having full control over devices. Bring your own device (BYOD)...
Talking about Windows 11 Regarding Windows, Microsoft has already said that the next version of Windows 11 will begin shipping in the second half of 2022, which lines up with Microsoft’s new release beat for Windows in general. The current engineering schedule has mainline development on version...
Cybercriminals can take advantage of various vulnerabilities in your company. Patching them up is crucial to protecting your reputation. Taking your cybersecurity seriously is essential regardless of your organization. Otherwise, criminals can easily halt your operations. Take the University of Sunderland as an example. At...
Increasing productivity in your business doesn’t just entail optimizing your equipment and sharpening your attention. Decluttering your computer desktop is also essential. A clutter-free office is paramount to improving your productivity. Piles of stationery on your desk can cause you to waste a lot of...
There are numerous suites of apps that can improve your productivity. One of them is Office 365, which features an array of underappreciated tools. Office 365 has helped millions of organizations streamline their operations. One of the most famous examples involves Kohler, the manufacturer of...
Apple products are famous for being cutting-edge technology, ready to last many years. There are indeed plenty of cheaper options out there, but if you invest the total amount of money you need to buy an iPhone or a Mac, then the lifespan of the...
Solar Batteries Linum Technologies LLC, in partnership with companies of renewable energy and other technologies around the world, is leading backup and renewable energy solutions in the Caribbean and Latin America. They’re incorporating renewable energy in communications, homes, businesses, and diverse industries. They design and...
The cybersecurity industry is becoming increasingly essential to each person’s life. We are more connected than ever. Cybersecurity Ventures predicts that the number of people on the Internet will triple from 2015 to 2022 and reach 6 billion, and by 2030 that number will rise...
North America iOS leads the North American mobile OS market, comprising 53.55% of smartphones, followed by Android at 46.24%. Pertaining to the device vendors, in the entire North America, Apple convincingly beats its competitors with a 56.22% market share, while Samsung maintains a 25.05% market...
Steve Jobs was incredibly proud of the iPod and he was right. It was really a magical device when it came out, although most of us take it for granted as technology has come a long way. So when it launched and became a stellar...
First of all, you need to understand the basic architecture of the Android operating system. Viruses in general, are the consequences of the vulnerability of the system to protect itself from any external programs that work outrageously without the knowledge of the user or/and system....
1. Train employees in security principles Establish basic security practices and policies for employees, such as requiring strong passwords, and establish appropriate Internet use guidelines that detail penalties for violating company cybersecurity policies. Establish rules of behavior describing how to handle and protect customer information...
Scaling your business doesn’t just entail having suitable systems, staff, or partners. It also includes finding new and innovative ways to save time and money. And that’s where Virtual Reality (VR) technology comes in.. What is virtual reality, or VR? VR is the technology that...
Conducting business operations in the digital world is prone to security risks. Mitigating them would be impossible if you don’t have an IT compliance policy. Setting up a robust IT compliance policy in your business is more important now than ever. And it’s because most...
Being cyber resilient can reduce the economic impact on your business after a cyber attack and instill confidence in your customers who know that you are able to protect their data.
In such an absolutely competitive market, the need for a digital culture is a must. In the transformation cycle, digital culture is a basic aspect that companies of the 21st century have to take a look at. This change requires a workplace that installs a...
With the continuing shift towards remote working, health is an ongoing concern. Find out how to stay healthy even when you’re working from home. The global pandemic resulted in many workplaces implementing work-from-home policies. In doing so, many of these workplaces have discovered that there...
The best passwords will prevent brute force and dictionary attacks, but it’s also possible to make them easy to remember. Try these password ideas to make your accounts unbreakable. Your passwords grant access into your own personal kingdom, so you are probably thinking ‘what are...
Whether you’re running a business or have to buy your own gear as a contractor, you will almost certainly need the best business laptop for your line of work. The requirements for attaining such a title, however, vary depending on the laptop’s intended purpose. For...
Over the past decade, smartphones have become an integral part of almost every facet of our day-to-day lives. In turn, losing a smartphone can be a harrowing experience as it can provide a thief with access to all sorts of sensitive financial and personal information....
How will your business respond when faced with an unexpected situation? With a business continuity plan, you’ll know exactly what steps to take. Leading a small business is a challenging endeavor. According to a January 2021 article published by Entrepreneur, 20% of small businesses fail...
All Cybersecurities policies are the same While some policies might cover financial losses in the event of a cyberattack, the fact that most policies do not, is something to be worried about. This is something that must be specified at the time of buying insurance...
How to start the conversation Potential starter. How many staff members in your company are solely responsible for cybersecurity? Experience has shown that many, if not most organizations regardless of size, don’t apply resources towards cybersecurity until they have an incident. Cybersecurity job positions are...
Cloud computing has been front and centre of the global shift to remote working. Find out how you can maximize this technology for your small business. The onset of the COVID-19 pandemic rendered many business practices obsolete. Face-to-face brainstorming sessions… Team building activities… Even the...
Sustainable energy products can improve organizational processes, while contributing to reducing carbon dioxide emissions into the planet’s atmosphere. These products are expected to lower their prices over time, as supply increases, making them more accessible to people around the world. As people who work in...
If your e-commerce system, website, email, or customer data was suddenly inaccessible because of an attack, would you be able to get back up and running within minutes, hours, days, or at all? Check out this ebook to learn more. https://datto-content.amp.vg/web/drlpl7l9li4z1
For long runs, fiber optic cables are capable of far longer runs than coax and have a greater fast download speed than coax cable. Fiberoptic is and will give you the fastest download speed. Nevertheless, for the company, it is more expensive to install. Because,...
Higher office productivity leads to faster project completion and happier customers. With these technological solutions, you empower your people to work more efficiently. When a company scales to the point where it has millions of customers spread over 180 countries, effective internal communication is a...
Mark Zuckerberg has invested 2 billion dollars in Oculus, a virtual reality platform he acquired in 2014, and currently the vast majority of his employees are working on developing virtual worlds as realistic as possible that can be enjoyed by all those subscribed. However, Instagram,...
Before we understand what Meta is all about, we have to first study the two reasons why Mark Zuckerberg decided to create it: Changes in the legal structure: Basically, Meta is the new name of the conglomerate of companies he owns, which include Facebook, Instagram,...
You need more than the latest antivirus software to ensure your company’s network is secure. A cybersecurity audit helps you create a complete picture of your security strategy. Cybercrime has grown into one of the epidemics of modern times. In 2018 alone, we saw 812.67...
WHOA!… It’s been one year and a half, since the global pandemic that shook our world, started. We never thought we will have been changing our daily routine, our working practices nor our mentality. But… We did! And with all the changes, we refer to...
Microsoft’s latest operating system is starting to take the world by storm. But before jumping ship and upgrading to the new OS, better read this first. It’s finally here. After six years, Microsoft has just released the latest version of its operating system — Windows...
Cybercrime is a significant threat to contemporary businesses. It can lead to disruption of operations, breach of business and customer data, data leaks, and more. In a survey, over two-thirds of the participating businesses had suffered at least one cyberattack, while one-third had experienced the...
The best Windows 11 themes Windows 11 itself represents a significant change in design, exchanging the Windows 10 look for more rounded edges, less-crowded menu screens, and a streamlined, friendly appearance. Part of this design includes new themes specifically made for Windows 11, and we...
New malware could pose a significant threat to businesses, researchers warn In a novel unseen trend, cybersecurity researchers have flagged a new malware family that’s siphoning off the bandwidth of their victims, in pretty much the same fashion as cryptomining malware attempt to monetize the...
Just under a year after its public launch, the Microsoft-owned LinkedIn social network is removing its Stories feature after it became apparent that users simply weren’t into using them in such a professional environment. LinkedIn added Stories in late-September last year as a way for...
How to change your Wi-Fi router’s password If you want to add a bit more security to your device or simply make it easier to remember what you need to put in, you should look into changing your Wi-Fi router’s password. Routers come with default...
It has long been known that making eye contact with a robot can be an unsettling experience. Scientists even have a name for the queasy feeling: the “uncanny valley”..
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Spotify has announced that it’s taking over the audio section of Delta’s in-flight seatback entertainment by offering its most popular playlists along with 42 select podcast series starting on September 1st. While it doesn’t mean that you’ll get random access to all Spotify content, you’ll...
How to use Focus mode on a Mac to block annoying distractions To get started with Focus mode, open System Preferences and click Notifications > Focus, then click the Focus tab. There is a Do Not Disturb preset that blocks all notifications except those from...
5 reasons why you should hire SOS Support 1) Saving costs You won’t need to provide office space. No more worrying about paying an exaggerated prize or transporting heavy equipment from your location to ours, because we can support you virtually. You can consult our...
Now that more people are working from home, meetings are taking up a bigger chunk of employees’ working days. To help keep track of how much time is spent in collaborative gatherings, Google is adding a “Time Insights” panel to Calendar on the web. Google...
Microsoft has announced it will give open source projects free Azure credits for a year, to relieve financial pressure on developers and encourage innovation in the space. Also, free credits can be used for “testing, storage”. https://datto.amp.vg/xl/d1jh7osjawmh4
Moving servers to the cloud on Microsoft Azure can make great business sense. But you should have a backup even for Azure. During an Azure outage or ransomware infection you would want to be able to run applications locally or in another cloud. Read our...
With Mailchimp, Intuit could be looking to diversify and stabilize its portfolio. TurboTax, and to a lesser degree, QuickBooks, are seasonal products that spike in usage around tax time. A successful e-mail marketing service and the technology behind it would also complement Intuit’s other offerings....
Microsoft Azure is a comfortable fit for small to midsize businesses who have worked with Microsoft for years, but it’s not invulnerable. Learn why your business continuity and disaster recovery plan must account for ransomware on Azure, as well as Azure outages. https://datto-content.amp.vg/web/ddcf7km6d4gxs
The graphics card inside your computer is a powerful tool for gaming and creative work, but it can also potentially serve as a Trojan horse for malware. Cybercriminals are finding ways to exploit graphics cards and their VRAM to inject malicious code into your system....
Microsoft Azure does many things well, but backing up data within Azure won’t protect you from an Azure outage. That is one reason we recommend a business continuity strategy that includes backup to an independent cloud. Learn more: https://datto-content.amp.vg/web/cglb9l82touk7
Hi Guys! Hope you’re enjoying our daily content October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month, that’s why in SOS Support we decided that is the perfect time to speak to our customers about cybercrime. We’re not mean to scare you, but, by October 13th, 2021, we’re living...
Businesses are moving to Microsoft Azure for many of the same reasons they work with a managed service provider. They want effective, reliable, scalable computing without the hassles. Learn the right way to move to the cloud, while avoiding the pitfalls. https://datto-content.amp.vg/web/dpu2f6gdifs7l
What’s next at SOS Support:. We have been looking into the best way to provide better value and higher security in accordance to some minimum and recommended CIS/NIST (Federal) IT recommendations. 1. We are going to be implementing the Shadow IT SaaS Monitoring service as...
All POTS Lines in the USA must be replaced with an alternative service by August 2, 2022, according to The FCC. The FCC has issued Order 10-72A1 that mandates that all traditional analog copper POTS lines must be changed to fiber/cellular IP-based communication with...
Guys, today we’re bringing you a new work methodology, to make you accomplish your work schedule faster and with more precision When you pick a method to track your team performance, before you adopt it, make sure you spend time really understanding it. Doing so,...
Leveraging Microsoft Azure can be a great way to grow your business. In addition to growth, we recommend making a priority of resilience — the ability to recover quickly if cloud servers are infected with ransomware or offline. Learn how we can help. https://datto-content.amp.vg/web/rar72l9vhh07
Microsoft Azure lets a growing tap a global data center network to make digital business applications scalable and reliable. That doesn’t mean an Azure outage couldn’t happen at just the wrong moment. . Microsoft Azure has many advantages for growing businesses, but it’s important to...
Microsoft Azure gives you access to Microsoft’s global data center network. That’s great for growing businesses. Just make sure you can get your data back when you need to — even if Azure is offline. Learn more in this eBook. https://datto-content.amp.vg/web/cmoobo46lazab
1. Go beyond known limits: It’s no secret to anyone the efforts Tesla, the company led by Elon Musk, are making to colonize Mars. Although many call him “frivolous and pretentious,” he has turned a deaf ear to those toxic comments and has spared no...
. . . 1) Be passionate: The passion for meeting people was what led Zuckerberg to build Facebook; like the time Zuckerberg wanted to meet the girl of his dreams, and to find out if the girl had a boyfriend, he went to his...
Twitter is rolling out a new way to try to limit “unwelcome interactions” in your feed, the company said Wednesday. Safety Mode will impose a seven-day block on accounts that use what Twitter called potentially harmful language. This could include insults or repeated replies and...
Microsoft has announced it will give open source projects free Azure credits for a year, to relieve financial pressure on developers and encourage innovation in the space. According to a company blog post, any developer with an Open Source Initiative (OSI)-approved license is eligible to...
We were witnessing the tremendous outage of Facebook, Instagram, and Whatsapp in recent hours. We are so used to see those social media networks as the backbone of the internet, the most robust platform someone could have asked for, that, thinking about attacking them from...
Windows Server 2022 is now available. It includes several features for containerization, security and management. It’s the next on-premises version of Windows Server from Microsoft. This version will receive 10 years of extended support because it’s a Long Term Servicing Channel (LTSC) release. Windows Server...
Having the right phone system for your business is mandatory. An excellent phone system can give you features that help you go further ahead from your competitors. It does not only help you close more deals, it also helps you maintain good relationships with customers....
Developing software can be complex, of course, it is! But, before weeping, we want to present to you our 7 basic steps of software development, so you won’t be lost in the middle of the process . . . . 1) Planning: If you want...
. Research suggests that over half of businesses can’t spot cybersecurity threats signs, like a malicious insider preparing to steal data or launch a cyberattack. Most businesses are having a hard time trying to identify and detect early indicators, that could suggest an insider is...
. . . Do you know what businesses have been the most targeted for hackers in 2020? If you said Industrial Businesses, you were right. Just behind the financial services that top the ranking, were the industrial sector, becoming the top risk sector of 2020...
. Apple says eight states have signed up to let people store IDs in Wallet Arizona and Georgia residents will start soon adding their personal documents like driver’s license or state ID to Apple Wallet, Apple has revealed. They will support the initiative at the...
. . Shut down the system: By shutting down your company system, you’re preventing further damage. You can move to an isolated network and then turn it off. This is the first thing you must do, because, if you’re running e-commerce or a bank platform,...
Are you afraid of being hacked? Or maybe you were hacked and don’t want to repeat the experience! Did you know that Computers are capable of guessing over 100 billion passwords per second! 👻 . This is a free pass for hackers to get your...
Returning to your office doesn’t mean you’ll abandon all WFH set-ups. We can ensure your employees have what they need to do their jobs effectively while you ensure and maintain a safe and secure work environment. Learn more here: http://datto-content.amp.vg/web/b23jpi2fuky3o
Businesses have had to adjust very quickly to the global health crisis. It’s imperative to provide context to help successfully navigate these uncharted waters. This guide illustrates the different phases of needs and planning efforts during the COVID-19 crisis. Identifying which phase your business is...
Over half of small businesses suffered data breaches in the past year. Luckily there are steps you can take to provide cybersecurity for your business for little time and money. Here are five tips to help secure your business. Block malicious sites before they...
We all have a love-hate relationship with technology, and when it comes to passwords in most cases we hate them. We have so many passwords, there is a new one for everything, we have to change them once they expire, and some sites have...
SOS Support has just been made aware of a global issue that is causing users’ outlook to crash due to a recent MS Outlook update. Microsoft is currently working on a solution to this issue but at this time we do not have a...
Cybersecurity can be overwhelming for many companies especially smaller organizations with limited resources. Budget concerns, time constraints, company culture, and lack of best practices can all be barriers to achieving a secure environment. Understanding and overcoming these barriers can save a business millions in clean-up...
Electronic waste is a health and environmental hazard, containing toxic additives or hazardous substances such as mercury, which damages the human brain and/or coordination system. Electronic waste can take up to 500 years or more to fully breakdown in a landfill. The UN’s...
Credential stuffing is a strategy where hackers will collect a set of usernames and passwords from a corporate breach and then try and stuff those usernames and passwords into several other digital media platforms. Hackers make use of the fact that most users have the...
Apple has announced new security features available in their newest software here is a breakdown of those updates. Not Every App Can Access Your Precise Location Currently you can block specific apps from accessing your location, the update will allow you to share...
SOS Cyber-Security 3.0 Back in 2005 we started using Corporate grade Firewalls to protect small business networks. They have come a long way since then. We have been providing Managed Firewall Services for many years. Now we are launching SOS Cyber-Security 3.0. In 2019...
May #GiveBack This month, I want to introduce one of our newer clients: Payroll Perfect. One thing you should definitely consider is outsourcing your payroll. Their services are VERY cost-effective and help you get things done the right way and in compliance. They are always ready...
Here at SOS Support we know that these are hard times for small businesses, during these difficult economic times we want to support local businesses. Businesses that are not our clients that are the most heavily impacted companies in regard to this economic crisis:...
Quick tech update for businesses. This morning I had about 10 notifications regarding “IT News” from various sources all related to the same topic. When this happens, something is a big deal. Around 6 months ago a Microsoft Windows update crashed millions of computers. Now,...
BYOD: What is it, and why do it? BYOD refers to “bring your own device” — a business environment where employees of an organization are permitted to use their own laptops, tablets and other mobile devices in lieu of company provided ones. Why is...
Today's parents need to pay a lot of attention to what their children are doing online. The truth is that you keep hearing and reading horror stories and you just want to ensure that your children don't end up being a part of those statistics.
Increase Mobile Productivity with File Sync & Share How often do you see people working on their laptops or tablets in coffee shops? Probably a lot, and this is going to become even more the norm as the traditional ‘workplace’ changes. For...
November 30th is National Computer Security Day. Originally started in 1988 when computers began to be more commonplace, it’s more important than ever today to observe this day by putting extra attention to your computer’s safety. In honor of this day, SOS Support have...
Make File Sharing with Clients Easy As a vendor or even a customer, have you had the experience of working with a new company and having to learn yet another file sharing platform? Worse, have you found that it wasn’t compatible with...
It’s that time again, the latest Windows Update is out and it has not disappointed in terms wreaking havoc and causing headaches for millions of Microsoft users across the country. First, let’s look at what the update is for. This October update is...
Check for Gaps When It Comes to Sharing Files Every technology department is keenly aware of the risks of data breaches. Maintaining digital security is a key priority for CTO/CIOs. Technical departments launch fake internal phishing scams to test employees. Despite these...
The 3 Necessities of True collaboration: A Primer Today’s blog is a basic primer on what a complete File, Sync, and Share (FSS) solution includes. Very simply, FSS is a software service that allows you to share all manner of files, documents,...
Phishing Emails What to look for and what to do when you receive one What is Phishing? A phishing scam is an email that seems legitimate but is an attempt to get your personal information, and/or account data. Once your info is obtained, hackers...
The big picture on access: Is it time for a policy? Autotask offers a set of tools that allow you to ensure optimized collaboration across all levels within and outside the organization. A key part of this collaboration is the security features...
Does two-factor authentication matter for file sharing? Today, let’s look at two-factor authentication and its value in protecting your file sharing efforts. First, what is it? Two-factor authentication requires two different forms of identification to verify an employee. In general, the idea...
Recently I was working on some equipment and servers for a client and I thought to myself “I wonder what this Server is really worth”? The replacement cost of the server hardware is relatively cheap – $15,000 perhaps? But what’s the true worth of the...
Don’t allow Bring Your Own Device (BYOD)? Yes, you do. It is most likely your company allows some or all your employees to use their own devices in lieu of work-issued laptops, tablets and mobile devices. There is almost no way to...
SOS Support was recently featured in a blog post on Channel Futures, a media brand dedicated to innovative companies that champions digital services revolution. In the post, Jason Kidman, the CEO of SOS Support shared his expert opinions about the need for IT documentation and...
Budgeting is an essential factor in running any business. Allocating where your money goes allows you to make forecasts so you can stay on track. A 12-month budget can be updated monthly with actual expenditures and revenues to keep you on target. If you are...
Marriott Hotels Was Recently Hacked This past week Marriott Hotels reported a massive data breach; some 500 million guest reservations had been stolen from its Starwood database. The company now faces a class-action suit and shares have subsequently fallen 5.6%. On top of this, Marriott says for about 327 million victims, compromised data may include names, addresses...
Cyber Safety Is Often The Last Thing On Your Mind Over The Holidays With holiday season just a few short weeks away, it’s likely that you will be spending more time online searching for the perfect gifts to buy your loved ones. The vast majority...
It’s National Computer Security Day November 30th is National Computer Security Day! Did you know that the first Computer Security Day was held in 1988 and was started by the Association for Computer Security to raise awareness concerning computer security issues? It’s been a long...
Keep Your Holiday Shopping Merry & Bright- Avoid Those Cyber Attacks! Cyber Monday (which is now often extended to the weeks leading up to Christmas) is the biggest online shopping period of the year. Cyber Monday presents a great opportunity for online shoppers as...
Big news this week as Webroot released their 2018 security report. Cryptomining Dethrones Ransomware as #1 Threat Phishing: the Unrelenting Attack Phishing and targeted social engineering attacks continue on the rise: Webroot saw phishing attempts increase by more than 60% from January to June in...
The Facebook Breach Affected 50 Million Users Facebook recently announced a major data breach took place on Friday the 28th of September, in which an estimated 50 million personal accounts were put at risk by a flaw in the social network’s code. It allowed...
Secure Your IT Systems with Our New CyberHawk Service With the ever-increasing threat of suffering an online attack, businesses across the world are improving their IT security packages and in-house protocols in order to prevent damaging security failures, potential fraud, and the reputational damage...
SOS Support is always staying on top of the latest IT technologies so that we can service our clients in the best way possible. One of these new services that we have introduced is Autotask Workplace. “Autotask Workplace is an Enterprise-grade Cloud file sync and...
SOS Support is excited to announce that we’ve made the list for Channel Futures #MSP501 2018 Edition – The Ultimate Guide to the World’s Best MSPs! The Channel Futures MSP 501 List Every year, managed service providers (MSPs) around the world apply for Channel Futures...
The threat of Ransomware attacks is getting worse. According to experts, there has been an increase in the volume of attacks as well as how much attackers are asking for, often up to $1 million from small to medium-sized businesses. Businesses in developed countries...
Image Credit About a week ago, reports from the FBI of a new type of malware surfaced. This new malware is now known as VPNFilter, and targets routers, rather than pc’s or servers. Routers, as you may or may not know, are a network...
Today I received this PowerPoint tip from our Office 365 Adoption. Office 365 Adoption is a Office 365 Add-on service that costs $2/mo. per user and it’s goal is to help educate your users on how to maximize and get the most use out of...
Another Day, Another Data Breach Scandal It seems like everywhere you look these days, there is a large data breach. The latest has been with Facebook which experienced a privacy and security lapse. At the time of writing, Facebook had admitted that the personal information...
In The World Of Social Media, Is Your Business Safe? You have seen the headlines; the largest social media platform, Facebook, has recently come under scrutiny over a data scandal. Users’ data was sold to a data mining company without their knowledge or permission. This...
SOS Support is Growing and Getting Better Year After Year! 2018 has started out with a bang for SOS Support. We had a great 2017 and are continuing to build on that momentum. It is important for us to let our customers know where...
This past year SOS Support was honoured to be recognized as being a nationwide IT solution provider ahead of the curve! The Next Gen 250 list recognizes standout IT solution providers who have successfully transformed their businesses to meet the demands of emerging technologies...
There is a very high likelihood that you have heard in the news over the past couple weeks about the CPU Processor Flaws that have been uncovered called “Spectre” and “Meltdown”. Quick overview: Spectre and Meltdown are vulnerabilities in modern chip design that could allow...
New Cyber Security Threats Coming Your Way 2018 has arrived and with it are new possibilities and opportunities. We know that 2017 was a year that cybersecurity threats were at an all-time high. Phishing scams and ransomware like Wannacry wreaked havoc on businesses all over...
Find The Right IT Support Company For Your Business Hiring an IT support company is smart business practice in today’s world. With the growing threat of cybersecurity breaches, keeping your company’s data safe and your system running smoothly is complicated. It requires a team of...
Don’t Let A Cyber Grinch Steal Your Christmas It’s that time of year again! The holidays are coming soon and millions of Americans will be doing an abundance of online shopping over the next few weeks. Starting with Black Friday and continuing up until...
SOS|Support Qtr 4 2017 IT Security Update It’s been an eventful year of IT Security in the news. All of this has likely affected you or somebody you know in one way or another. In fact, as you see below, this is not an over-statement....
SOS|Support has been honored to receive one of the Utah Fastest Growing Company awards for 2017. This award is based on growth over the 2013-2016 time frame. Tuesday we had the opportunity to go to the Grand America and be recognized for the award. SOS|Support...
Prevention Is The First Line Of Defence For IT Support There are many things that go into making a business run smoothly. IT operations are just one of them. However, with the bulk of business operations being done through a computer network, it is probably...
Any Company Is A Target For Getting Hacked And Steal Their Sensitive Data It can be like a bad dream. A cyber breach that holds your company’s (and client’s) sensitive data hostage. This threat today is all too common and can come in many...
When it comes to running a business in Utah, it can be tough to decide between sourcing in-house or outsourcing for services. In certain departments (such as marketing and accounting) it sometimes makes more sense to keep services in-house. One place where this doesn’t make...
With several different ransomware attacks making the news over the last few months, the need for improved IT security is at an all time high. This past week, yet another major variant of this ransomware has caused problems. Here is what you need to know:...
Cyber crime continues to rise. Cyber crime is not just affecting big brands like Samsung and JP Morgan, it is affecting every business no matter what the size and importance. According to research by the Business Continuity Institute, cyber crime remains the biggest threat to business since...
Tech Support For Utah Business Owners If you are a business owner there is a lot on your plate. Your day is always filled with time sensitive issues. It’s a rewarding job, but also at times can be stressful. Any way that you can reduce...
This is an urgent message going out to all our clients. You have by now heard in the news about the “WannaCry Ransomware Attack.” I haven’t heard this much publicity about malware since “CryptoLocker” in 2013. What is WannaCry Ransomware: First and foremost –...
What do you think when you hear the phrase I.T. support? Many people are not sure what exactly I.T. support means and how it helps them. It is a mysterious world full of computer geeks and robots that somehow fix things when your computers and...
First time business owners have a lot on their mind. There is capital to secure, new employees to hire, renovations, marketing materials, the list is long. One area that can take up a lot of time and cause a lot of stress is setting up...
As a business owner you are ultimately in charge of securing your data. You may think you have done “the right things” and invested a lot of money to ensure your company’s data is secure, however, there is an area that many owners often overlook...
The new year is here and people all over the world are wondering what will this year be like compared to last. Business owners are trying to project how they can improve on the experiences from 2016. Hoping for a more productive year, many businesses...
SOS Support A Year In Review And Future Plans Thanks 2016 for a Great Year As the year draws to a close, we are excited about the opportunities we have had to work alongside our clients in 2016 as their trusted IT Support partner!....
Google Work Rebranding To G Suite For those of you familiar with Google for Work (a collection of Google’s cloud apps such as hangout, slides, drive and docs) it has recently rebranded. Google Work is now going under Google Cloud and the apps will collectively...
“I’m Scott Gentry, the Vice President of Operations at Monet Medical in Salt Lake. We are a medical company that specializes in repair, calibration, refurbishing and reselling of medical equipment. We’ve had a relationship with SOS for as long as I’ve been here, about 9...
“My name is Elena and I am the Administrative Project Manager for Techno Imaging. Techno Imaging is an international oil and gas industry consulting firm. As a company that deals with a lot of international clients in Europe and in other places overseas, it is...
A favorite topic of ours and one we get asked all the time is; how our small business clients can operate more efficiently with tech. As tech experts we are always on the look out for new apps and technology that help our clients compete in...
Secure Your Office In Case Of Natural Disasters Recently two tornados touched down in Utah, we don’t normally get Tornados here but we now know that you can never say never! Natural disasters seem to be more common these days with the extreme weather we...
“Hi, I’m doctor Brian Brzowski, I am a plastic surgeon in Ogden Utah and owner of Brzowski Plastic Surgery. I am currently serving as the president of the Utah Plastic Surgery Society, this is my second term in that role. I also serve on our...
This month we are giving away 3 rolls of KT Tape to one lucky winner! We are spearing the word about SOS Support through Facebook and want to reward one of our new followers. KT Tape is a magical product that you probably saw all...
We have some great clients here at SOS Support. It may sound a little cliché, but we truly value the business relations we have and believe that is what sets us apart from other IT companies. For us, it is really important to get...
“My name is Marcia White and I live in Ogden, Utah. I am here to tell you a little bit about my experience with SOS Support. I’ve known Jason and his team for many years. They have actually worked on my business and I have...
Small business owners have it tough. They have so many shoes to fill. A small business owner is HR, Customer Service, Accounting, Billing, Management and Staffing all rolled into one. Sometimes they are even the janitor and handyman. In order to stay in the black,...
“My name is Laurie McMillan and I am the manager for Davis Surgical Associates. We have been in business since 2004 and our relationship with SOS goes far beyond my 10 years here. We have always found SOS to be reliable, honest, sincere, genuine, and...
Did you know that the IT industry is not regulated? Without strict rules and regulations on the quality of service you receive when hiring an IT support company, you may end up with a company that really does not know what they are...
As you most likely know, Microsoft Windows versions 8 and 7 are available to be upgraded for FREE to Windows 10 but only until the end of July. With all the prompts and patches and pushes from Microsoft to upgrade to Windows 10, it’s nearly impossible...
Small business owners know that one of the most difficult parts about running a business is wearing many “hats”. This expression refers to the many different roles you take on and the need to change from role to role as quickly as if you were...
In today’s world cyber security is more of a concern than ever before. With the recent Ransomware attacks on hospitals and police stations making headlines, businesses are concerned about being vulnerable to falling victim to one of these attacks. We are often asked how do...
It’s time for spring cleaning. Most people think of cleaning their home when spring has arrived. The fresh air helps inspire one to clean up, take stock and make upgrades after a harsh winter. However like your home, your office tech could benefit from good...
Recently , several hospitals have been under attack by a cyber security threat called “ransomware”. Ransomware takes a computer network hostage until as ransom is paid and hospitals have become easy targets due to the fact that they have highly sensitive information, provide critical care...
Most small business owners aren’t aware of the growing trend of hackers targeting smaller enterprises’ internal computer systems. Media coverage of hacking has thus far been focused on the issue of big businesses being targets with ransom ware. Small businesses are less likely to make...
Blocking the Windows 10 Update The Windows 10 Update has arrived, are you ready to upgrade? Upgrades are meant to make things better, new improvements and efficiencies become available for starters, but what if you are still happy with the way things are and just...
Senior Home IT Support Did you know we provide IT support for Senior Homes? SOS has been ensuring that Senior Homes have the right set up to meet the growing demands placed on the senior care industry. According to the United Health Foundation and American...
You Need IT Support for Your Home: Welcome to 2016. Have you noticed that more aspects of your home are reliant on computers than ever before? That includes your smart phone which is dependent on your wireless network and is essentially a computer. How...
THANK YOU Thank you to our customers for a great 2015, looking forward to 2016! 2015 was a great year for SOS Support. We owe much of that to our amazing employees and customers. Our main focus was improving on providing the fastest &...
Cyber Security & Online Shopping Online shopping has become more popular than ever. This holiday season maybe you decided to skip the crazy malls and shop from the comfort of your own home in your pajamas. It’s efficient, comfortable and feels like the best idea...
Small Business Apps Running a small business in challenging. Wearing many “hats” is probably one of the most difficult aspects. With a small business there is usually no HR department or accounting floor. Sometimes there is a staff of 3 people and sometimes just 1!...
As a tech experts we are always checking out what is new and exciting in the world of tech design. The holidays are a time when many new gadgets and gizmos come up for the holiday shopping. Every year there are a few we hope...
The Apple Watch is Perfect for You Apple’s one of the greatest releases of 2015, ‘Apple Watch’ launched with the aim “To wear it is to love it.” Before its release, this watch was probably the most wanted release of 2015 by the American company....
2016 is banging on the door waiting to get in. As 2015 comes to a close it’s time to take a look at what your current IT setup has been like and where you can improve for 2016. Now is the time to start thinking...
Hiring Tech Help What You Should Ask When Hiring Tech Support for Your Business Technology changes so quickly that it can be difficult to keep up with solutions necessary to your organization. Often, these solutions are out of reach for in-house staff and you may...
Top Tech Tips Setting yourself up with the right technology can help small businesses compete with big businesses and get noticed. It doesn’t have to break the bank or be complicated either. We’ve come up with some of our Top Tech Tips for Small Businesses...
Microsoft Surface Pro 3 vs Apple iPad Pro I remember back in Middle School when the hardest decisions I had to make were things like whether to get a Microsoft Zune or an iPod Classic. I’m an adult now, and life is so much more...
Office 365 and Google Apps for Work ZDNet today published an article on Skype being down, and a fix is promised. Its big news and its Trending on Twitter. Millions of people use and rely on Skype on a daily even hourly basis. But did you know...
One Month of Windows 10 Windows 10 was released on July 29 and began getting sent out to users in waves. Now, a month and a half later, the new OS has been installed on over 81 million PC’s, a number that is expected to...
Apple Announces iPhone 6s As many may already know, Apple had their usual yearly unveiling of new products just a few days ago. A big part of this event was the announcement of the newest iPhone, specifically the iPhone 6s and 6s Plus. At this...
From our publication on LinkedIn ~ Contact Jason Kidman on LinkedIn ~ jason@sossupport.net ~ 801.563.9700 Best Practices For Outsourcing IT Support Companies асrоѕѕ the world, small оr large, аrе facing the challenge оf obtaining high end IT Support. In this scenario, outsourcing IT support іѕ the...
Meet the Team: Jason Kidman Jason Kidman is a great boss! He always thinks of his employees and clients. He is a fun person to work with, and is always making work more enjoyable. Jason is an extremely hard worker, and never gives up! Jason is...
Happy Birthday Jason Kidman! This blog is a special Happy Birthday Jason blog! SOS Support has a wonderful team! Not all of the members are always seen. Shannon Kidman, Jason’s wife, is an integral part of SOS. She is an incredible person, funny, loving, and always knows...
Meet the Team: Tomy Yraguen This week, we are blogging about Tony Yraguen, a great business partner and example. Meet the team! Tony Yraguen is awesome! He is very thoughtful, easy to talk too, definitely a people person. Everyone loves Tony! He makes everyone smile and...
Meet the Team:Juliann Ottosen Meat the Team! Juliann Ottosen is a driving force behind the scenes of SOS. We all absolutely love working with her! She is a joy to be around and a very hard worker. So, if there’s a job to be done, she’s...
Meet the Team: Tyler Kidman This week, I have the honor of writing about my wonderful associates, and examples in my life. Meet the team! Tyler Kidman is an amazing person and extremely hard worker. He is detail oriented, a quick learner and very engaged...
Meet the Team: Josh Cottrell This week, I have the honor of writing about my wonderful associates, and examples in my life. Meet the team! Josh Cottrell keeps us on our toes. He is a hard worker who goes above and beyond what is asked...
Meet the Team: Michelle Atkinson This week, I have the honor of writing about my wonderful associates, and examples in my life. Meet the team! Michelle Atkinson is the lady of the team. She pulls the company together. There wouldn’t be a team without her....
Work Fun! Nobody likes a grouchy boss, mean coworkers, or a nasty environment. Here at SOS Support- IT support, we have a fun, kind boss who lets us know when we are doing well. A couple weeks ago, Jason Kidman, Owner of the company, decided...
App Porting in Windows 10 In the works of finishing Windows 10, Microsoft announced some pretty big news. They told the world that in Windows 10 they would be making it possible to port Android and iOS apps and games to a Windows platform. Image...
Pesonalize Microsoft Windows 10 Every person feels like a little kid at one point or another: they’re waking up on Christmas morning, and running to the tree. Their face lights up, and they can’t stop moving. When Adults get new devices, new programs or free help...
Microsoft Edge- Living the Dream Why get something that sustains from full speed? Why buy something that isn’t at the top of the line? If you are spending a lot of money, Why not get the best that you can? Windows 10 has just come...
New and Improved Windows 10 The future is a big fat question mark. We can wonder, we can research, we can dream. Microsoft has come out with a new and improved program. Windows 10 is the new big thing. It’s familiar, it’s productive, it’s flexible,...
HIPAA There is nothing worse than a patient’s records leaking out to the public. HIPAA looks to eliminate the possibility of inadequate patient confidentiality. HIPAA is the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996. All medical establishments that use SOS Support have to be...
Keep Your Data Safe Statistics show that 70% of business companies go out of business within 2 years of losing data. Companies without security are at a higher risk of losing their company, than companies with security. Everyone hates looking for new stuff they don’t...
Importance of Anti-Virus We’ve all heard of anti-virus, but we don’t all know exactly what it does or why we need it. We know it protects us, but from what? An anti-virus is a key layer of protection for our computers. Many think that they...
Aruba Network Solutions There is nothing better than sitting down in a comfy chair, doing what you love. You don’t have any stress, You don’t have to worry about your company, and You know your top secret files are hidden away. SOS Support can make...
Stay Safe with SonicWALL Have you ever stopped and wondered what it would be like to lose all your computer memory? To have someone steal all your hard work and memories? Your pictures, your files, your documents, your hard work! Security is good for many...
What is SOS Support? Have you ever looked at Grease Monkey and thought, “This is my dream place to eat!” Or, “What kind of wood does Goodwood sell?” Company names have a way of drawing people in. We become attracted to a name, before we...
Future of the Windows Phone Just a couple short years ago, Microsoft struck up a deal with Nokia to make Lumia Windows smartphones. Nokia makes great phones, and Microsoft makes great operating systems, so it seemed like a great deal. Image Credit The result has been...
Google Apps Notification We sent the following message to all of our clients on 7.28.2015 regarding an important update about Google Plus with Google Apps for Work (AKA Google Apps for Business) We wanted to update you on some changes that have recently been made...
Windows 10 Launch Image Credit With Windows 10 dropping in only a couple more days, we want to fill you in on the latest details of the July 29th release. The Date Windows is set to release on Wednesday July 29th. This being said, not everyone...
Latest Windows 10 Screenshots We’ve been talking about Windows 10 a lot lately, and with the release now less than a month away, we’re getting even more excited! Microsoft is in the final stages of the development of their latest operating system and they are...
VoIP Phone System Yesterday we posted a blog about remote workers and how to support them efficiently. One of the biggest ways to help our remote workers really feel like part of the company is getting them in on our phone systems, and the way...
Empowering Your Remote Workers If your business is anything like ours, not all of your work can be done within the office. Many small business grow rapidly and don’t have the real estate to bring more workers into their offices. Because of this problem, plus...
Microsoft Edge Along with Windows 10, Microsoft has been working on a new web browser to go along with their new OS. You might have heard of Microsoft Edge by now, or you may have heard of Project Spartan, which was it’s code name while...
The Business Side of Windows 10 Windows 10 is coming next month, and therefore there’s been a lot of talk and news about it lately. If you’ve been keeping up with all the Windows news, you’ve probably heard that Microsoft is making some big changes....
Clean Out Your Inbox Microsoft Office 365 has some powerful tools that we often overlook or don’t even know about, and they have just released another one that could be extremely useful for a lot small business owners and employees. The majority of us use...
Coming soon…Windows 10! Windows 10 has an official release date and you can reserve your copy to make sure you get it (for free!) as soon as it releases. Have you noticed the new little Windows logo in the bottom right of your screen ever...
Robot Take Over! Here’s just a fun update on some of the incredible new technology coming out. Techrepublic.com recently released an article about something that’s being worked on at a few prestigious universities around the nation. Robots doing our simple annoying daily tasks such as...
Small Business Security Updates Just a couple of days ago was Patch Tuesday, Microsoft’s once a month release of Windows updates. This month Microsoft released 3 critical updates. These are very important for keeping your system safe. These should be installed on your PC pretty...
Google’s Self Driving Cars We all knew this day would come! Self-driving cars have gotten into accidents! But… None of them were because of the autonomous vehicle. All were the fault of the other drivers. Crazy, huh? Yes, in a statement from...
End of iPad Some interesting statistics about iPad sales have been showing up recently leading a lot off people to think that it may be the end of the iPad era, which could come as no surprise with the amount of competition and other options...
URGENT: Update your Google Apps Sync That is an email I got from Google themselves today! I want to stress to all users who are using Google and Microsoft Outlook together that you should make absolutely sure that you are updated! This could be vital...
Microsoft Surface 3 Microsoft has announced the Surface 3 (not the Surface Pro 3), and from what it looks like, the third time may very well be the charm. Image Credit To those of you who may be unfamiliar with how the...
Windows 10 For Everyone! Windows 10 is on it’s way and some more interesting news came out recently! Microsoft already said in an earlier announcement that they will be giving out Windows 10 as a free upgrade to anyone with Windows 7 or 8. In...
New Apple MacBook There’s some big news for any Apple fans out there! More and more details are being shared about the all new Apple MacBook. The exact release date is yet to be announced, but it is expected to be up for sale in...
Just a Reminder: Smartphone Security More and more of us are using our smartphones and tablets more frequently for work. The amount of important data and documents carried or sent with these devices is quite stunning when you really start to think about it! The...
Keep Your Small Business Safe Staying caught up and ahead of the game when it comes to the latest security issues is key to keeping your businesses’ computers safe. Keeping up on so much can be time consuming and complicated, but that’s what SOS Support...
Latest on Windows 10 We have known for a while now that Microsoft has been working hard on Windows 10, the next operating system that will release. Well we’ve got some big news for everyone! Microsoft has announced that current Windows 7 and 8.1 users...
BYOD BYOD. What does it mean? BYOD stands for Bring Your Own Device. Bring Your Own Device is simply a name for something that is happening in almost every small and large business throughout the world. Here at SOS Support, your IT Support in Salt Lake...
Backup Your Data! Just a quick shout out from SOS Support, your IT Support in Salt Lake City, UT! Security is a huge concern for small businesses. Something that goes hand in hand with security is reliability. Many of you small business owners out there rely...
Hackers Targeting Small Businesses At SOS Support, your IT specialists in the Salt Lake City, UT area, we work a lot with small businesses, and our number one goal is providing you with the best possible IT Support. One of the top priorities in IT...
Tech Products of the Year! Image Credit Here at SOS Support, your IT specialists in Salt Lake City, UT, we like to keep our eye on a few different websites to keep up on the latest tech news. If you are anything like us,...
Gift of Giving It’s that time of year again! If you all are like me, you love the feeling of giving a great gift, but you hate all the work and confusion that goes into deciding what to buy for your loved ones! SOSsupport, as...
