Business e-mail compromise (BEC) is quickly becoming one of the most dangerous cyberthreats businesses face. While these scams have challenged organizations for years, the introduction of advanced AI tools has made them more sophisticated – and far more dangerous.
Imagine you and your team walking into work ready to tackle the day’s tasks when suddenly the Internet goes down, e-mails stop working and productivity grinds to a halt. What would you do? When the “Internet goes down,” most businesses’ operations come to a halt, which can cost thousands in lost productivity and sales.
As tax season approaches, businesses are focused on preparing financial documents, filing returns and meeting tight deadlines. Unfortunately, cybercriminals see this busy season where business owners and employees are preoccupied as the perfect opportunity to strike.
As you work through Q1 of 2025, one thing is abundantly clear: businesses that thrive are those that stay ahead of the quickly evolving technology world. Reactive IT strategies – waiting for problems to occur before addressing them – are no longer sufficient in a world where downtime, breaches and inefficiencies can cost thousands of dollars in a matter of minutes.
Windows 10’s end-of-life is looming, and with support officially ending in October 2025, it’s decision time for businesses and individuals still relying on the operating system. The big question? Should you upgrade your existing devices to Windows 11 or is it time to replace them altogether?
Here’s a guide to help you make the right choice based on your needs, budget and goals.
It’s time to declutter your digital life! National Clean Out Your Computer Day, celebrated on the second Monday of February, is the perfect reminder to give your computer the attention it deserves. Just like a cluttered desk can slow you down, a cluttered computer can impact productivity – and even put your data at risk.
It’s game time – and while the biggest teams are gearing up for football’s biggest day, cybercriminals are busy preparing their playbook for 2025. Just like a championship game, the battle against hackers requires strategy, teamwork and preparation.
Now, more than ever, small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) rely on technology to compete effectively. From cloud computing to data analytics to cybersecurity, leveraging the right technologies can unlock significant business growth and efficiency gains.
When it comes to IT support, most business owners assume “good enough” is just that - good enough. But what if your IT provider is actually putting your business at risk with slow responses, poor communication or a lack of proactive solutions?
The truth is, you might not know how bad your IT support is until you see what great IT service looks like.
By this point, most people’s Social Security numbers (SSNs), a.k.a. one of the most important pieces of data assigned to you, have found their way onto the dark web. Thanks to breaches at major companies, government sites and even health care providers, millions of SSNs are floating around in cybercriminal circles.
