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Securing the ‘Third Place’ Office: Policy Guidelines for Employees Working from Coffee Shops and Coworking Spaces

by | February 10, 2026 | Cybersecurity | 0 Comments

The modern office extends far beyond traditional cubicles or open-plan spaces. Since the concept of remote work became popularized in the COVID and post-COVID era, employees now find themselves working from their homes, libraries, bustling coffee shops, and even...
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AI’s Hidden Cost: How to Audit Your Microsoft 365 Copilot Usage to Avoid Massive Licensing Waste

by | February 5, 2026 | AI | 0 Comments

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has taken the business world by storm, pushing organizations of all sizes to adopt new tools that boost efficiency and sharpen their competitive edge. Among these tools, Microsoft 365 Copilot rises to the top, offering powerful...
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The Smarter Way to Vet Your SaaS Integrations

by | January 30, 2026 | IT Management | 0 Comments

Your business runs on a SaaS (software-as-a-service) application stack, and you learn about a new SaaS tool that promises to boost productivity and streamline one of your most tedious processes. The temptation is to sign up for the service, click “install,” and figure...
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How to Use Conditional Access to Grant and Revoke Contractor Access in 60 Minutes

by | January 25, 2026 | IT Management | 0 Comments

Managing contractor logins can be a real headache. You need to grant access quickly so work can begin, but that often means sharing passwords or creating accounts that never get deleted. It’s the classic trade-off between security and convenience, and security usually...
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How to Implement Zero Trust for Your Office Guest Wi-Fi Network

by | January 20, 2026 | Cybersecurity | 0 Comments

Guest Wi-Fi is a convenience your visitors expect and a hallmark of good customer service. But it’s also one of the riskiest points in your network. A shared password that’s been passed around for years offers virtually no protection, and a single compromised guest...
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6 Ways to Prevent Leaking Private Data Through Public AI Tools

by | January 15, 2026 | AI | 0 Comments

We all agree that public AI tools are fantastic for general tasks such as brainstorming ideas and working with non-sensitive customer data. They help us draft quick emails, write marketing copy, and even summarize complex reports in seconds. However, despite the...
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5 Ways to Implement Secure IT Asset Disposition (ITAD) in Your Small Business

by | January 10, 2026 | IT Management | 0 Comments

Even the most powerful IT hardware today will eventually become outdated or faulty and will need to be retired. However, these retired servers, laptops, and storage devices hold a secret: they contain highly sensitive data. Simply throwing them in the recycling bin or...
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3 Simple Power Automate Workflows to Automatically Identify and Terminate Unused Cloud Resources

by | January 5, 2026 | Cloud | 0 Comments

The cloud makes it easy to create virtual machines, databases, and storage accounts with just a few clicks. The problem is, these resources are often left running long after they’re needed. This “cloud sprawl,” the unmanaged growth of cloud resources, can quietly...
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Your 2025 Privacy Compliance Checklist and What You Need to Know About the New Data Laws

by | December 30, 2025 | IT Management | 0 Comments

Privacy regulations are evolving rapidly, and 2025 could be a pivotal year for businesses of all sizes. With new state, national, and international rules layering on top of existing requirements, staying compliant is no longer optional. A basic policy won’t suffice;...
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The SMB Guide to Making Your Website and Documents Digitally Accessible

by | December 25, 2025 | Online Presence | 0 Comments

Have you ever thought about how many potential customers leave your website because of accessibility issues? It’s not just a guess. A UK Click-Away Pound survey found that 69% of disabled internet users leave websites that aren’t accessible. For small and medium...
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How Much Device Storage You Need: A Comprehensive Guide

How Much Device Storage You Need: A Comprehensive Guide

by | Apr 10, 2025 |

Device storage decides how many applications, photos, and files you can retain on your device. When you run out of storage, it can affect your productivity and device performance. But finding the right storage amount isn’t always easy. We can underestimate what...

Spotting the Difference Between Malware and Ransomware

Spotting the Difference Between Malware and Ransomware

by | Apr 5, 2025 |

Malware and ransomware are two types of bad software. They can damage your computer or steal your data. Downloading this harmful software comes with serious consequences. In 2024, there were more than 60 million new strains of malware found on the internet. This is...

7 Ways Using AI for Work Can Get Complicated

7 Ways Using AI for Work Can Get Complicated

by | Mar 30, 2025 |

AI is going to change how we work. It can make some tasks easier. But it can also cause problems. Let’s look at some ways AI can make work tricky.What is AI and how does it affect work?AI stands for Artificial Intelligence. The computer systems are actually able to do...

8 Ways to Organize Your Devices for Productivity

8 Ways to Organize Your Devices for Productivity

by | Mar 25, 2025 |

Our devices are a big part of our daily lives: work, fun, and staying in touch. Still, sometimes they make us less productive.In this article, you will learn how to organize your device. You’ll learn ways to boost your productivity and get more done.Why is device...

How to Minimize Ransomware Damage

How to Minimize Ransomware Damage

by | Mar 20, 2025 |

Ransomware has now become a big problem for many people and businesses. It can lock up your files and make you pay money to get them back. This article will show how one can protect themselves from ransomware and what to do in case of an attack.What is...

10 Steps to Prevent a Data Breach

10 Steps to Prevent a Data Breach

by | Mar 15, 2025 |

Data breaches can harm your business. They can cost you money and trust. Let’s look at how to stop them from happening.What is a data breach?A data breach is when someone steals information. This can be names, emails, or credit card numbers. It’s bad for your...