Every business that makes use of the internet needs some kind of digital security measures. Failure to do so can result in a loss of money, time, and customer loyalty. In 2021 alone, the average cost of a data breach among companies was as high as $4.24 million per incident. Small businesses in particular open themselves up to 30% more threats than larger ones because they don’t have basic b...
Did you know that over 40% of all data breaches are aimed at medium and small size businesses? And, the vast majority of them have no idea how to protect themselves! This means that no business is safe from the prying eyes of cybercriminals, no matter the size. Most small businesses have reported a security threat during the last 12 months. These businesses are anything from small optometrist offi...
You probably remember the days when you could scribble your to-do list in the margins of your agenda. However, as you have entered into the professional world, tasks have gotten more complicated than a simple to-do list can manage. That is why people have turned to Microsoft Planner to sift through their assortment of projects. Microsoft Planner is a task-management app that accompanies Office 365...
Today the biggest, most damaging, and widespread threat facing many organizations worldwide is the threat of cyber-attacks. Recent studies reveal cybercrime is up 600% due to the COVID-19, and the increased adoption of remote working has introduced new vulnerabilities. Notably, experts are now warning a ransomware attack will occur every 11 seconds in 2021, up from 19 seconds a year ago. No organi...
Last year the United States saw more cyberattacks on businesses, individuals, and the government, than ever before. By targeting weak spots in your online security, these attacks can put your business at serious risk. Some attacks with target clients and customer data, while others may be used to access your financial records. Whatever the purpose of the attack, a single cyber attack can cost a sm...
There are some expectations a person has when they purchase a new device, whether it be a smartphone or a new computer. It needs to perform better than your old device, and it should run the top-of-the-line programs without any problems. Unfortunately, it seems brands like Samsung and Microsoft never got the memo. When you purchase one of their new, top-of-the-line products, you also end up with a...
Cybercrime takes many forms. It’s crucial for an individual and an organization to always take extra precautions to protect their assets. Below are some examples of cybercrime you need to be aware of, along with some information on how to protect yourself better. Phishing Do you know that phishing is the most common type of cybercrime? About 74% of organizations experienced successful phishi...
With the boom in working from home, Microsoft Teams has seen its user base hit an incredible 145 million daily active users. That’s more than the population of France and Germany combined! What makes Microsoft Teams the go-to choice for business owners? How can it help a contractor or a team of employees with task management? Let’s dive in and find the answers. 1. Microsoft Makes Task ...
As the COVID-19 pandemic has continued, more and more people are becoming victims of various scams. These scams come in the form of phishing and business scams that leave people worried about the information they’ve given hackers access to. If you’re worried about falling victim to one of these online scams, we’re here to detail some of the scams you should be on the lookout for ...