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Tips to avoid common browser security dangers

Being tricked into visiting malicious websites and getting your computer infected with malware is not the only way your business data can get compromised. By browsing the net without using security measures, your computers and data could get into trouble. FYI: your web browser knows a lot about the sites you visit, including the credentials […]

A Few Tech Trends Magnified by a Pandemic

2020 has been a challenging year for all businesses, but especially for SMBs. This season has forced business owners to be increasingly nimble, creative, and decisive. One of the areas requiring the most transformation is related to technology needs and implementation.

Don’t be a victim of watering hole attacks

With cybercriminals continuously developing new ways to infiltrate networks and steal user data, it is more crucial than ever to stay one step ahead of these perpetrators. Protect yourself from one of the most common methods that cybercriminals use to inject malware into computers: watering hole attacks. The term “watering hole” colloquially refers to a […]

IoT security in healthcare: What you need to know

The Internet of Things (IoT) is revolutionizing the healthcare industry. By remotely capturing medical data, facilitating medication delivery, and improving healthcare accessibility, IoT devices today are changing the practice of medicine and helping save more lives. But as with any new technology, IoT also brings a slew of security risks that healthcare practices need to […]

3 Simple tips for thwarting cybercriminals

Advances in technology have made life easier but have also enabled cybercriminals to improve their techniques. This can be a big blow to small-business owners who often take data security for granted. To keep your business safe, follow these simple tips. Cover your webcam If Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg, former FBI Director James Comey, and […]

Cloud-based ERP and its benefits

Using the cloud is so common these days that most small- and mid-sized businesses (SMBs) have at least one cloud service supporting their operations. An increasingly popular cloud-based service is enterprise resource planning (ERP). But what is it? And what are the advantages of using a cloud-based ERP solution? Here’s a quick and informative overview. […]

These 5 types of hackers are a threat to SMBs

Malicious hackers are motivated by different things. Some do it for fun, some want money, and others just want to end your business. Getting to know how they behave and what drives them informs how you must defend your organization against them. Script kiddies In terms of skill, script kiddies (or skids, for short) are […]

Technology Debt – A Growing Problem

Forbes Magazine recently published an article that identified technology debt as a significant and real challenge for all businesses. Technology debt is a concept used to highlight the cost of addressing all technology modernization gaps in a business. This concept becomes a more of a reality as businesses seek to drive business valuation and/or seek private equity funding or acquisition but has a tangible impact regardless.

What to look for when buying a business projector

When it comes to business presentations, using a projector is one of the most effective ways to make an impact on your audience. Bright and vibrant projections allow you to deliver your message to your audience while keeping them engaged and entertained. However, there are myriad business projectors on the market. If you’re unsure about […]

Hacks to speed up your WordPress site

Ten years ago, we didn’t mind waiting five seconds for a website to load, but today, we’ll click away if it doesn’t load immediately. If you want to speed up your WordPress site, then try the following tips. Keep WordPress and plugins up to date Updating your WordPress version and plugins will not only keep […]

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