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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Even the most powerful IT hardware today will eventually become outdated or faulty and will need to be retired.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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The Hidden Risk of Integrations: A Checklist for Vetting Third-Party Apps (API Security)

by | December 20, 2025 | Cybersecurity | 0 Comments

Modern businesses depend on third-party apps for everything from customer service and analytics to cloud storage and security. But this convenience comes with risk, every integration introduces a potential vulnerability. In fact, 35.5% of all recorded breaches in 2024...
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The AI Policy Playbook: 5 Critical Rules to Govern ChatGPT and Generative AI

by | December 15, 2025 | AI | 0 Comments

ChatGPT and other generative AI tools, such as DALL-E, offer significant benefits for businesses. However, without proper governance, these tools can quickly become a liability rather than an asset. Unfortunately, many companies adopt AI without clear policies or...
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How to Use a Password Manager and Virtual Cards for Zero-Risk Holiday Shopping

by | December 10, 2025 | Cybersecurity | 0 Comments

Have you ever been concerned about your credit card or personal data getting stolen while shopping online? You’re not alone. Each holiday season, as millions of shoppers flock online for convenience, hackers ramp up their activity. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC)...
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Beyond Licensing: How to Stop Wasting Money onYour Microsoft 365 Security and Copilot Add-Ons

by | December 5, 2025 | Microsoft | 0 Comments

Microsoft 365 is a powerful platform that helps a business in many ways. It boosts collaboration and streamlines operations, among other benefits. However, many companies waste money on unnecessary licenses and features that are not fully used. Fortunately, you...
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Your Business’s Digital Compass: Creating an IT Roadmap for Small Business Growth

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

Small businesses often struggle to leverage technology effectively. It can be a challenge just to survive, much less thrive. In many cases, they instinctively fall back on a reactive approach to IT challenges, rather than planning and acting proactively. That’s where...
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Navigating Cloud Compliance: Essential Regulations in the Digital Age

by | November 25, 2025 | Cloud | 0 Comments

The mass migration to cloud-based environments continues as organizations realize the inherent benefits. Cloud solutions are the technology darlings of today’s digital landscape. They offer a perfect marriage of innovative technology and organizational needs. However,...
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10 Most Common Smart Home Issues (and How to Fix Them)

10 Most Common Smart Home Issues (and How to Fix Them)

by | May 5, 2024 |

Back when you were a kid, living in a “smart home” probably sounded futuristic. Something out of Back to the Future II or The Jetsons. Well, we don’t yet have flying cars, but we do have video telephones as well as smart refrigerators and voice-activated lights.But...

What Is Microsoft Security Copilot? Should You Use It?

What Is Microsoft Security Copilot? Should You Use It?

by | Apr 30, 2024 |

It can be challenging to keep up with the ever-evolving cyber threat landscape. Companies need to process large amounts of data. As well as respond to incidents quickly and effectively. Managing an organization's security posture is complex.That's where Microsoft...

Smart Tactics to Reduce Cloud Waste at Your Business

Smart Tactics to Reduce Cloud Waste at Your Business

by | Apr 25, 2024 |

Cloud computing has revolutionized the way businesses operate. It offers scalability, flexibility, and cost-efficiency. But cloud services also come with a downside: cloud waste.Cloud waste is the unnecessary spending of resources and money on cloud services. These...

9 Signs That Your Smart Home Device Has Been Hacked

9 Signs That Your Smart Home Device Has Been Hacked

by | Apr 10, 2024 |

Smart home devices are becoming more popular and convenient. But they also pose some serious security risks. Hackers can target these devices to access your personal information. As well as spy on your activities or cause damage to your home.Often the dangers of smart...