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The “Insider Threat” You Overlooked: Proper Employee Offboarding

by admin | March 20, 2026 | IT Management | 0 Comments

Imagine a former employee, maybe someone who didn’t leave on the best terms. Their login still works, their company email still forwards messages, and they can still access the project management tool, cloud storage, and customer database. This isn’t a hypothetical...

The 2026 Hybrid Strategy: Why “Cloud-Only” Might Be a Mistake

by admin | March 15, 2026 | Cloud | 0 Comments

Since cloud computing became mainstream, promising agility, simplicity, offloaded maintenance, and scalability, the message was clear: “Move everything to the cloud.” But once the initial migration wave settled, the challenges became apparent. Some workloads thrive in...

Managing “Cloud Waste” as You Scale

by admin | March 10, 2026 | Cloud | 0 Comments

When you first move your data and computing resources to the cloud, the bills often seem manageable. But as your business grows, a worrying trend can appear. Your cloud expenses start climbing faster than your revenue. This is not just normal growth, it is a...

Beyond Chatbots: Preparing Your Small Business for “Agentic AI” in 2026

by admin | March 5, 2026 | AI | 0 Comments

AI chatbots can answer questions. But now picture an AI that goes further, updating your CRM, booking appointments, and sending emails automatically. This isn’t some far-off future. It’s where things are headed in 2026 and beyond, as AI shifts from reactive tools to...

The Server Refresh Deadline: Why Windows Server 2016’s End of Support Should Drive Your Cloud Migration Plan

by admin | February 28, 2026 | Cloud | 0 Comments

Time moves fast in the world of technology, and operating systems that once felt cutting-edge are becoming obsolete. With Microsoft having set the deadline for Windows Server 2016 End of Support to January 12, 2027, the clock is ticking for businesses that use this...

The MFA Level-Up: Why SMS Codes Are No Longer Enough (and What to Use Instead)

by admin | February 25, 2026 | Cybersecurity | 0 Comments

For years, enabling Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) has been a cornerstone of account and device security. While MFA remains essential, the threat landscape has evolved, making some older methods less effective.The most common form of MFA, four- or six-digit codes...

The Daily Cloud Checkup: A Simple 15-Minute Routine to Prevent Misconfiguration and Data Leaks

by admin | February 20, 2026 | Cloud | 0 Comments

Moving to the cloud offers incredible flexibility and speed, but it also introduces new responsibilities for your team. Cloud security is not a “set it and forget it” type task, small mistakes can quickly become serious vulnerabilities if ignored.You don’t need to...

The “Deepfake CEO” Scam: Why Voice Cloning Is the New Business Email Compromise (BEC)

by admin | February 15, 2026 | AI | 0 Comments

The phone rings, and it’s your boss. The voice is unmistakable; with the same flow and tone you’ve come to expect. They’re asking for a favor: an urgent wire transfer to lock in a new vendor contract, or sensitive client information that’s strictly confidential....

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

by admin | 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...

AI’s Hidden Cost: How to Audit Your Microsoft 365 Copilot Usage to Avoid Massive Licensing Waste

by admin | 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...

pens… Pens… PENS!

by admin | Oct 17, 2020 | At Boyd Tech

As much as I use computers in my day to day to life, I still need pen and paper.

Boyd Tech Solutions Division of Propaganda just got our first shipment of branded pens. I can not wait to start giving these out!

One Industry That Is Booming During COVID

by admin | Oct 1, 2020 | Cyber Security

Organizations around the world continue to be hit by ransomware. One of the latest is an international insurance provider and risk management firm called Arthur J. Gallagher. In a filing with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission the company said that on Saturday it detected a ransomware attack. What it called a “limited portion” of its IT systems was hit. Systems were taken offline and an investigation started. Gallagher had restarted most of them by yesterday.

Security Fabric Use Cases in the Restaurant Industry

by admin | Sep 21, 2020 | Cyber Security

#Fortinet’s Courtney Radke explains how the #SecurityFabric provides restaurants with high-performance networking and industry-leading security in his Restaurant Technology Network member spotlight.

Starting Something New

by admin | Jul 29, 2020 | At Boyd Tech

Starting something new isn’t always easy. Yes it’s exciting but terrifying all at the same time.

I love technology, anyone who spends more than a minute and half around me knows I love technology. I wrote my first line of code at 8 years old.

Secret Start Menu in Windows 10

by admin | Jul 28, 2020 | Tip Tuesday

The Start menu in Windows 10 is easy to access… click the Start button with your mouse or press the Windows key on your keyboard. But did you know there is a quick way to access some of the most used features in Windows 10?

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