IT News, Information And Tips To Help Your Business

The Anti-Phishing Working Group recorded 316,747 phishing attacks in December 2021 — the highest monthly total phishing attacks in their reporting history and triple early 2020’s monthly totals, which was around 68,000–94,000 attacks.

Aside from increasing in number, phishing scams are also growing in sophistication, making them harder to detect.

Passwords are a necessary evil in today's world. We need them to protect our online identities, but they can be a pain to remember and type in. That's why it's important to ensure your passwords are up to date and compliant with the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) guidelines.

Technology evolves quickly. The features of a phone that came out two years ago are likely very different from the features of the most recent model. It's the same with printers, laptops, and other devices in your office — newer models with better features are introduced to the market yearly, so you need to keep up with technology trends to stay competitive and even compliant with security regulations.

Are you still using Windows 8.1? If you are, you should know that its extended support will end on January 10, 2023, which means Microsoft will no longer provide technical support for any issue on systems running on it. And unlike with previous operating systems (OSs) like Windows 7, Microsoft won't provide extended security updates for Windows 8.1, so it won't also receive security updates and patches.

Microsoft 365 has made it easier than ever to share calendars. With these few simple steps, you can efficiently and securely share your calendar with co-workers, family members, or anyone else you choose.
What is Outlook?
Outlook is a personal information manager from Microsoft, available as part of the Microsoft 365 suite.

With every new system we use and online account we create, we need to add another password to our ever-growing list. However, memorizing all these passwords is challenging and can lead to password fatigue. Single sign-on can be the solution to this problem.

Investing in new IT solutions can boost your team’s productivity, improve your customer service, and fortify your cyber defenses. To maximize the returns you gain from any new IT investment, be careful of these common mistakes.
1. Failing to align new tech with business goals
While many advertisers sell new technologies as the ultimate solution to all your problems, the truth is that not every IT solution is a good fit for all businesses.

Your email account is one of the most important pieces of online property you own. It's the gateway to your other online accounts. If your email account falls into the wrong hands, it can be used to wreak havoc on your business. Here are surefire ways to bolster your email account security.

Business software can help you automate repetitive tasks, enhance customer service, and improve your employees’ productivity and efficiency, among other benefits.

When buying software, however, it's not always easy to make the right decision, especially when there are a ton of options available in the market.

Bring your own device (BYOD) and choose your own device (CYOD) have become popular options in the workplace. But what do these terms mean, and which one is right for your business? In this blog post, we will define both of these options and explain their benefits.