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Plain-English technology and security guidance from the InfoStream team.
February 10, 2022
Microsoft’s recently revealed that more than 35.7 billion malicious emails were sent to its customers last year. Fortunately for us, the tech giant blocked 1,000 of these malicious emails every second of 2021. That’s about 31.5 million seconds. Many of these attempted attacks came in the form of phishing emails – where attackers attempt to trick us into clicking a link that will install malware onto a device or even across an entire network.
February 9, 2022
Migrating workflows to the cloud, securing all company devices and software, and ensuring 24/7 data access are gargantuan IT admin tasks, especially as companies adopt flexible working arrangements post-COVID-19. Fortunately for Microsoft 365 Apps users, the admin center offers features that empower IT personnel to be more efficient and effective in handling these crucial responsibilities. […]
February 7, 2022
Each of the original types of cloud infrastructure — public and private — comes with their own sets of pros and cons. Fortunately for resource-strapped small- and medium-sized businesses (SMBs), they don’t need to conduct trial and error to see which one is best for them — they can simply reach a happy medium with […]
When something’s wrong, you want a responsive IT helpdesk. With our clients we work on all aspects of their technology, especially making sure they have a suitable technology strategy. We’re also there for them when things go wrong. And that’s about having a highly responsive helpdesk. When you’re looking for a new IT support provider, there are two tests you must apply to their helpdesk.
February 4, 2022
For years, big companies have been harnessing the power of business intelligence (BI) to improve business performance. And for them, paying experts to analyze large data sets is no issue. It’s different with small- and medium-sized businesses (SMBs). SMBs also store large volumes of data, but many SMB owners are wary of spending too much […]
February 2, 2022
Windows 11 is the new kid on the block. It looks sleek and modern, and many users are tempted to upgrade to the latest Microsoft operating system (OS). But should you make the switch? Here are five reasons why you may want to stick with Windows 10 for now. 1. Your computer doesn’t meet Windows […]
January 31, 2022
Modern web browsers and password managers come with a feature called password autofill. This helps users store and automatically use their account credentials to access websites and other applications. While password autofill is convenient, it comes with security risks. Why password autofill is so dangerous Modern web browsers and password managers have a feature that […]
January 28, 2022
Sleep is a must for business owners. You need a good night’s rest for you to efficiently run your business. Unfortunately, there are a lot of things that can keep you up at night, including the very tools you use for business such as your Android tablet. Here’s how your tablet can disrupt your sleep […]
January 27, 2022
Remote working has really come of age in the last two years. Many people have loved it, while others realized they preferred an office environment. But would you guess at how many people would like to make remote working a permanent option? According to a new report, a whopping 96% of employees want to solely […]
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