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Are you curious about how Managed IT Providers can help your business, or about the Tech Industry in general?  Look no further - we have articles about Cyber Security, Business Technologies, and IT in general.

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Simple Backup and Recovery Plans Every Small Business Needs

By Mike Hasner | July 30, 2025

What would happen if your business lost all its data tomorrow? Would you be able to recover, or would it grind your operations to a halt? Every small business runs on data, which includes customer information, financial records, communications, product files, and more. Yet data security often falls to the bottom of the to-do list. According […]

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Remote Work Security Revisited: Advanced Strategies for Protecting Your Business in 2025

By Mike Hasner | July 25, 2025

The landscape of remote work has transformed dramatically over the past several years. What began as a reactive shift to keep operations going during a major global disruption has now solidified into a permanent mode of working for many organizations, especially small businesses.  If you’re running a business in this evolving digital landscape, it’s not […]

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How to Choose the Right Cloud Storage for Your Small Business

By Mike Hasner | July 20, 2025

Choosing the right cloud storage solution can feel a bit like standing in front of an all-you-can-eat buffet with endless options- so many choices, each promising to be the best. Making the wrong decision can lead to wasted money, compromised data, or even a productivity bottleneck. For small business owners, the stakes couldn’t be higher.  […]

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Decoding Cyber Insurance: What Policies Really Cover (and What They Don’t)

By Mike Hasner | July 15, 2025

For small businesses navigating an increasingly digital world, cyber threats aren’t just an abstract worry, they’re a daily reality. Whether it’s phishing scams, ransomware attacks, or accidental data leaks, the financial and reputational damage can be severe. That’s why more companies are turning to cyber insurance to mitigate the risks. Not all cyber insurance policies […]

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A Small Business Guide to Implementing Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)

By Mike Hasner | July 10, 2025

Have you ever wondered how vulnerable your business is to cyberattacks? According to recent reports, nearly 43% of cyberattacks target small businesses, often exploiting weak security measures.  One of the most overlooked yet highly effective ways to protect your company is through Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA). This extra layer of security makes it significantly harder for […]

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AI for Efficiency: How to Automate Daily Tasks and Free Up Your Time (Without a Huge Budget)

By Mike Hasner | July 5, 2025

Running a small business means wearing a lot of hats. These hats run from managing operations, handling customer inquiries to keeping everything running smoothly. There’s a solution that can lighten the load, AI-powered automation. Thanks to technological advancements, these tools have become more accessible and cost-effective than ever, allowing small business owners to automate tasks […]

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Can My Data Be Removed from the Dark Web?

By Mike Hasner | June 30, 2025

Personal data protection is more important than ever in this digital world. The dark web is a secret part of the internet that is very dangerous because it is often used for illegal things like selling personal information. Because the dark web is decentralized and private, it is very hard to get rid of data […]

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7 Unexpected Ways Hackers Can Access Your Accounts

By Mike Hasner | June 25, 2025

The digital age has made our lives easier than ever, but it has also made it easier for hackers to take advantage of our online weaknesses. Hackers are getting smarter and using more creative ways to get into people’s personal and business accounts. It’s easy to think of weak passwords and phishing emails as the […]

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How Do Websites Use My Data? (Best Practices for Data Sharing)

By Mike Hasner | June 20, 2025

Websites store and use user data in many ways, usually to personalize content, show ads, and make the user experience better. This can include everything from basic data like the type of browser and IP address to more private data like names and credit card numbers. It’s important for people to know how this information […]

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Ultimate Guide to Safe Cloud Storage

By Mike Hasner | June 15, 2025

Since we live in a digital world, cloud storage is an important tool for both personal and business use. So long as they have an internet connection, users can store and get to their info from anywhere at any time. But while cloud storage is convenient, there is a chance that your data could be […]

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