And the award for most common phishing scam goes to…

If there’s one thing that’s 100% certain when it comes to protecting your business data, it’s that you need to be aware of phishing emails. First things first, what exactly is a phishing email? Picture it as a wolf in sheep’s clothing, posing as a legitimate communication to deceive unsuspecting recipients. These emails often contain… Continue reading And the award for most common phishing scam goes to…

Before you replace your slow PCs…

You rely on your team to be efficient and productive. But slow and sluggish computers can make it difficult for them to do their work – and could affect you personally too. Which impacts your business’s overall performance. Before you jump to the (expensive) conclusion that you need to replace your PCs, there are several… Continue reading Before you replace your slow PCs…

Which ransomware payment option is best? (Hint: none)

Picture this: Your business gets hit by a ransomware attack, and your valuable data is locked away by cyber criminals demanding a huge ransom fee. You can’t afford to pay it. But there’s a twist – just like those “buy now, pay later” schemes, some ransomware gangs are offering victims payment extension options. Recent research… Continue reading Which ransomware payment option is best? (Hint: none)

Are you ready for next-gen email security? (YES!)

Google has unleashed a powerful new tool to make your Gmail inbox a safer and spam-free haven, and it’s called RETVec. But what exactly is RETVec?  Well, let’s break it down in simple terms. RETVec stands for Resilient and Efficient Text Vectorizer. Fancy. In plain English, it’s a tool that makes Gmail even better at spotting annoying… Continue reading Are you ready for next-gen email security? (YES!)

You’re not imagining it, video calls ARE stressful

You know that feeling when you’ve spent way too much time in virtual meetings, and you’d trade your favorite coffee mug for some real face-to-face interaction? That’s called Zoom fatigue. It turns out there’s scientific evidence to back up what we’ve all been feeling. Recently, researchers from Austrian universities decided to take a closer look… Continue reading You’re not imagining it, video calls ARE stressful

An AI-charged blast from the past

Happy New Year. Remember Microsoft Paint? The simple drawing tool that many of us used to create pixelated masterpieces in our youth? It’s probably not an app you use very much these days. But what if I told you there’s a reason you might want to revisit it right now? Microsoft Paint is getting a… Continue reading An AI-charged blast from the past

Unwrap the gift of knowledge: 5 free AI courses by Microsoft 

Happy holidays! With the holiday season in full swing, you should be enjoying some well-deserved downtime. But what if I told you that you could make the most of your few days off from your business and prepare to seize the AI opportunity in 2024? The world of AI is booming, rapidly transforming industries, and… Continue reading Unwrap the gift of knowledge: 5 free AI courses by Microsoft 

New! A better way to find Chrome extensions

If you use Google Chrome, you’ll love this. Google has just rolled out a game-changing update that’s going to make your browser more powerful than ever. It’s the revamped Chrome Web Store, featuring a fresh design and exciting new features. Now, if you’re like me, you’ve probably spent more time than you’d care to admit… Continue reading New! A better way to find Chrome extensions

Is app overload slowing down your team?

Ever had one of those days where you feel like your inbox is staging a coup against your productivity? You’re not alone. In fact, a recent study revealed that 80% of our communications are still happening via email. Yes, despite all the apps, chat services, and digital tools we have at our disposal, we’re still… Continue reading Is app overload slowing down your team?

You’ve heard of Copilot… but what is it?

What if we told you your business could have its own personal assistant that’s always ready to help, can answer virtually any question, and even change system settings on your devices?   It might sound too good to be true, but thanks to Microsoft’s innovative new AI chatbot, Copilot, it’s a reality.   Imagine this:… Continue reading You’ve heard of Copilot… but what is it?