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Business Interrupted: The Unexpected Disaster Your IT Provider Should Be Planning For
Power outages, cyberattacks, hardware failures and natural disasters rarely arrive with a warning, and when they hit, the impact on small businesses can be devastating. Many assume that having a backup is enough, but the truth is, restoring a file isn’t the same as...
Your Phone Can Be Tracked – And It’s Easier Than You Think
Most of us carry our phones everywhere, trusting them with everything from passwords to private business conversations. But here’s the unsettling truth: phone tracking is far more common – and easier – than most people realize. Whether it’s a jealous partner, a...
The Compliance Blind Spot: What You’re Missing Could Cost You Thousands
Many small business owners operate under the misconception that regulatory compliance is a concern solely for large corporations. However, in 2025, this belief couldn’t be further from the truth. With tightening regulations across various sectors, small businesses are...
The Hidden Cost Of “Cheap” IT
You know the saying: You get what you pay for. And nowhere is that more obvious than in IT. On the surface, a cheaper managed IT services agreement might seem like a win: lower monthly costs, basic support, maybe even some cybersecurity tools thrown in. But dig a...
The Hidden Costs Of Waiting: Why You Can’t Afford To Delay Your Windows 10 Upgrade
If you’re still running Windows 10 on your business machines, let’s cut to the chase: The clock is ticking. On October 14, 2025, Microsoft is officially ending support for Windows 10. That means no more security patches, no more bug fixes and no more technical...
Your Vacation Auto-Reply Might Be A Hacker’s Favorite E-mail
You set it. You forget it. And just like that, while you’re packing for vacation, your inbox starts automatically broadcasting: “Hi there! I’m out of the office until [date]. For urgent matters, please contact [coworker’s name and e-mail].” Sounds harmless, right?...
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