IT News, Information And Tips To Help Your Business

How an IT risk assessment helps SMBs

When you collect customer data such as credit card information, your clients trust you to keep it safe. However, as cyberattacks grow in number and sophistication, preventing data breaches becomes harder and harder to do. That’s why small- to medium-sized businesses (SMBs) need to take measures to strengthen their cybersecurity capabilities.

Why UPS is necessary for network equipment

Fire, flood, storm, and other disasters can lead to power failure and productivity loss. Using an uninterruptible power supply (UPS) for computers ensures you never lose unsaved work, but without the internet, you’re practically crippled. To avoid that dilemma, we highly recommend using UPS for your networking equipment, including cable modems, wireless access points, and routers.

Easy fixes to your Wi-Fi issues

For most businesses, a reliable internet connection is no longer an option but a necessity. A fast and reliable internet connection makes for more efficient and productive operations. But what do you do when you’re faced with connectivity issues or slow speed? Below are some solutions to five of the most common Wi-Fi worries.

3 Hats a hacker might wear

While not always accurate in its portrayal of hackers, Hollywood does get at least one thing right: there are many types of hackers out there, all with varied methods and motivations. In this article, we’ll take a look at three main types of hackers.

6 Essential tools every remote team needs

The number of companies that exclusively hire remote workers continues to grow, with the rate now standing at 16%. What’s more, there are now 4.3 million people in the United States working from home at least half of the time. Workforce mobility is no longer a trend; it’s fast becoming the new norm.

Productivity-boosting tips for PC users

We all want to be more productive. Business gurus emphasize the importance of time management and taking breaks to avoid burnout. But aside from motivating yourself to work efficiently, there are plenty of tools that help increase your daily output. If you work in front of a computer all day, check out these productivity-boosting tips.

Workplace Analytics makes your team more productive

Microsoft’s Office 365 Workplace Analytics gives teams a better perspective and control over their members’ productivity. Using the data gathered by the tool, managers can create effective strategies to improve employee engagement and output.
How does Workplace Analytics work?
A paid add-on to Office 365 enterprise plans, Workplace Analytics extracts behavioral insights from data gathered from Office 365 email, calendar, documents, and Skype.