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Enhance your business website with these design trends

Having a well-designed website is essential to any business, as it helps make a good first impression on customers, generate leads, and increase conversions. Enhance your business’s website by following these tips. Custom illustrations A popular website design trend is the use of custom illustrations instead of photography. The reason for this is that illustrated […]

Watering hole attack: What it is and how to protect against it

Watering hole attacks have become more common in recent years and pose a serious threat to organizations everywhere. Read on to learn more about what watering hole attacks and how your business can stay one step ahead of cybercriminals. How watering hole attacks work The term “watering hole” colloquially refers to a social gathering place […]

How to make your computer last longer

Most tech experts will tell you that a PC should last for 3–5 years before it needs to be replaced. Of course, with the right amount of care and maintenance, you may be able to get a bit more use out of your machine. Here are some ways you can make your computer last longer. […]

The S in HTTPS: What it is and why you should care

If you’ve never thought about how safe your information is while browsing the web, then it’s time to start thinking about it. One of the best ways to ensure your safety is by visiting sites that use HTTPS, a protocol that helps keep your data secure when you’re online. In this blog post, we’ll discuss […]

How to improve your online security: Tips for safe surfing

For many, the internet is an important part of their everyday lives. They use it for shopping, banking, and keeping in touch with loved ones and friends. A lot of people, however, are not aware of the many cyberthreats that can steal sensitive information or corrupt their data. In this article, we will discuss how […]

HIPAA compliance guidelines for social media usage

Social media can be a powerful tool for healthcare organizations to spread awareness. But in using social media, these organizations must adhere to specific Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) compliance standards. In this blog post, we will discuss guidelines for HIPAA compliance regarding the use of social media. What social media actions violate […]

7 PC energy-saving tips

Saving energy can be challenging when you use your PC every day. In fact, a desktop computer setup (i.e., one that includes loudspeakers and a printer) that is on for eight hours a day uses almost 600 kWh a year. Fortunately, following these PC usage tips can help you conserve electricity. 1. Reduce your computer […]

Here’s how to avoid security threats on the web

Malicious actors wait in the virtual shadows while you do internet searches, scroll through your social media feeds, or use company apps online. Just by browsing the web, your workers increase the risk of exposing sensitive and critical data, which is why everyone in your organization must learn how to avoid cyberthreats. Here are some […]

A guide to IT security terms everyone should know

You’ve probably heard the term “malware” thrown around a lot, but what does it actually mean? In this article, we will define malware and a few other commonly used terms in IT so you can better protect your business. Understanding these basic cybersecurity concepts doesn’t require deep IT expertise, so read on. Malware For a […]

What to Know About Cybersecurity Insurance

As a managed IT services provider (MSP), we believe businesses should carry cyber-liability insurance. Insurance companies have offered cyber-liability policies for years but increased malicious activity (up 485% in 2021) has come with an increase in claims.

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