by Dan Polk | Jun 25, 2025 | cybersecurity, Executive, Guide
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...
by Dan Polk | Jun 8, 2025 | Executive, Process
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...
by Dan Polk | Jun 8, 2025 | cybersecurity, Executive
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?...
by Dan Polk | Apr 26, 2025 | Business Planning, compliance, cybersecurity, Executive, Guide
If I asked you to name the biggest cybersecurity threats in your office, you’d probably say phishing e-mails, malware or weak passwords. But what if I told you that your office printer – yes, the one quietly humming in the corner – could be one of the biggest...
by Dan Polk | Apr 2, 2025 | Business Planning, cybersecurity, Essentials, Executive, FAQ, Process, Tips and Tricks
Windows 10 End of Life is October 2025! If you need to replace some outdated computers before October, here are some tips for buying business computers. Get Windows 11 Pro for business use. Why? Windows 11 Pro offers advanced security features and tools including...
by Dan Polk | Mar 31, 2025 | cybersecurity, Dark Web, Essentials, Executive, FAQ
Chatbots like ChatGPT, Gemini, Microsoft Copilot and the recently released DeepSeek have revolutionized how we interact with technology, offering assistance with almost every task imaginable – from drafting e-mails and generating content to writing your grocery list...
