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Tip of the Week: How to Calculate Basic Math Problems Using Microsoft Word

You know Microsoft Word as the great word processor that your business relies on to compose documents of all kinds. However, Microsoft Word is much more flexible and versatile than...

Getting Greedy: Ransomware Hackers are Asking for Way More Money

If fiscal reasons have stopped you from securing your network against ransomware thus far, you may want to reconsider your strategy. Not only are attacks still becoming more and...

Important! Defend Yourself from Largest Ransomware Outbreak in History

A new ransomware called “WannaCry” is spreading rapidly around the world, with reports that on May 12, 2017, people in 74 countries have been hit with more than 45,000 reported...

Intel Announces Critical Vulnerability Within AMT Chipsets, What Should You Do?

Intel recently announced a critical vulnerability that affects its remote management features built into business-class Intel chipsets. If exploited, this bug could allow a remote...

You Need More Than a Power Strip to Protect Your Company’s Equipment

What would happen if you were in the middle of typing a report or performing some task, and the office suddenly lost power? Too many would find themselves staring blankly at an...

Tip of the Week: 12 Security Rules Every PC User Should Follow

While you are probably spending a fair amount of time thinking about your business’ security, can you confidently say the same about those that you’ve employed? Unfortunately, your...

Sophisticated Phishing Attack Hits Google Docs

A sophisticated phishing attack emerged on Wednesday, 05/03/2017, disguising itself on what appears to be a Google Doc. The sender invites you to open the document in Google Docs...

3 Ways Managed IT Keeps Your Business in Business

In the natural course of doing business, an owner/operator will have to face many difficult situations, but none of these situations are as difficult as asking them to determine...