2023 Weekly Blogs
Microsoft has given us five free AI courses! Get your learn on!
Greetings and happy holidays! It's that wonderful time of year when you get to relax and unwind. But, have you ever considered using some of your free time to prepare for the exciting world of artificial intelligence (AI) in 2024? AI is booming and changing how...
Find Chrome extensions easily in the new Chrome Web Store
If you're a Google Chrome user, you're in for a treat! Google has just released a major update that's going to make your web browsing experience even better. The Chrome Web Store has been given a fresh look and exciting new features. If you're like me, you've probably...
Is your team losing productivity because they are using too many apps?
Have you ever experienced a day when your email inbox seems to be plotting against your ability to get things done? Don't worry; you're not the only one feeling this way. A recent study uncovered something interesting: 80% of our communications still happen through...
What the heck is Microsoft Copilot?
What if we told you that your business could have its very own personal assistant who's always ready to assist you? This assistant can answer almost any question and even change your device's settings. It might seem too good to be true, but thanks to Microsoft's...
A third of business owners don’t trust their employees.
Do you have faith in your employees to keep sensitive information safe? Well, here's an eye-opening fact: One out of every three leaders in small and medium-sized businesses doesn't trust their employees with confidential data! Why is that? It could be because someone...
Say goodbye to traditional passwords and hello to Passkeys.
Have you ever considered a world where those long, complex passwords people often forget would no longer be necessary? Well, it seems like that day might be coming sooner than we thought. Google has now made Passkeys the default way to sign in for all personal...
Are you running the new version of Teams? Why not?
Microsoft has released a new version of Teams, their video chat and collaboration tool. What's the big deal? Well, it's all about making your work life faster and easier, something we can all use. The new Teams is like the superhero of apps, and it's here for both...
Younger employees are a security weakness
Some new research has found something surprising about cybersecurity – it turns out that younger employees who are good with technology might actually be a significant weakness when it comes to keeping things secure. It's not the older folks who aren't learning....
That long password isn’t necessarily keeping you better protected
How secure do you think your passwords are? Do you believe that longer is always better? Well, we have some news for you. It's time for a serious talk about password security. New research has revealed a sobering truth – even passwords that are 15 characters long can...
Are you ready for Windows 11 to get even better?
As if Windows 11 wasn’t already packed with enough goodies, it’s about to get even better. Are you ready for a significant upgrade to your favorite tools included with the operating system? First, let's talk about the Snipping Tool. This humble screenshotting tool has...
That phishing site? Gone in 600 seconds.
Did you know that a staggering 60% of phishing websites are only online for a fleeting 600 seconds? Yes, you read that right. Just ten minutes. This surprising fact underlines just how rapidly cyber threats are evolving and how vital it is for us to stay ahead of the...
The end of an era: Goodbye WordPad
Can you believe it? After 30 years of faithful service, Microsoft is finally pulling the plug on WordPad. The app that debuted with Windows 95, and lets you open a .doc file if you don’t have Word installed, is being shown the door. But why now and what does it mean...
Beware these “too good to be true” Facebook ads
We’ve all been there. You're scrolling through your Facebook feed, and an ad pops up promising to help you grow your business with some AI-powered software… Sounds tempting. Without giving it much thought, you click to see what it’s about. Bad news: This is a big red...
Tempted to test new features before everyone else? DON’T BE! You could end up compromised.
Have you ever been tempted to download the beta version of your favorite app, ready to test out all the cool new features before everyone else? STOP!! The FBI has some news that might just make you think twice. Cybercriminals have come up with a brand new trick to...
Whew! The “file too large to send” problem is finally over.
How many times have you been in the middle of an urgent email, attaching a critical file, only to be met with the dreaded notification – "file too large to send"? Frustrating, isn't it? Well, Microsoft has heard our collective sighs of exasperation. They've announced...
Microsoft and Samsung team up to boost work phone security
You’ve checked your pockets, your bag, under pillows … and then it hits you. You left your work phone on the table at the coffee shop. You panic. It's not the device itself that’s got you worried, but all the sensitive business information stored on it. If that mobile...
Is that Microsoft email actually a phishing attack?
You’re no stranger to the endless threats lurking in your email inbox. But have you ever considered that an email which seems to be from Microsoft could end up being your worst nightmare? Microsoft, the tech giant we all know and trust, has become the most imitated...
Google Calendar has a great update for hybrid workers
Have you heard about the latest productivity update from our friends at Google? They've just added a little feature to Google Calendar that could make your life a whole lot easier – especially if you’re a hybrid worker. Remember back in 2021 when they first introduced...
3 ways AI makes almost any business task easier
In the fast evolving world of technology, business owners and managers like you are always on the lookout for the next big thing to give them a competitive edge. Have you considered how AI tools might be able to help? ChatGPT – or Generative Pretrained Transformer, if...
The hidden dangers of free VPNs: Are you at risk?
Are you aware that the rise in global VPN usage has skyrocketed? The reasons are clear as day: Virtual Private Networks offer increased security, anonymity, and allow access to geo-restricted content online. But here's the million-dollar question: Are all VPNs created...
Is this the ultimate browser for business?
It’ll come as no surprise, but Microsoft has yet more exciting news for us. Sometimes we wonder if they allow their employees to sleep! This time it’s a new browser aimed specifically at businesses: Edge for Business. The updated browser has security and productivity...
80+% of businesses hit by this in the last year
You may think that cyber attacks only happen to large corporations. But unfortunately, that's not the case. According to a recent report, almost two-thirds of small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) suffered at least one cyber attack over the past year. That's a...
This is the latest trend in phishing attacks
Have you heard the saying, "A picture is worth a thousand words"? It seems cyber criminals have too, and they're using it to their advantage. In a new twist on phishing campaigns, cyber criminals are luring victims to click on images rather than downloading malicious...
Privacy Alert: Change this setting in Edge, now!
Don't be mistaken, we love Microsoft Edge (and think you will too), but lately, something has come to our attention that we wanted to share. It's always a good idea to be aware of what your browser is doing behind the scenes. And there’s an Edge setting that you might...
Stop! And think, before you act on that email.
How many times a day do you respond to an email without really thinking about its contents? Maybe it's a request for some information. Perhaps it’s asking you to pay an invoice. All mundane stuff. But no sooner than you’ve hit send, you've fallen victim to a Business...
Now AI can make your Teams meetings more productive
Are you tired of wasting precious time in meetings, only to leave feeling confused and disorganized? Do you struggle to keep track of all the action items and follow-up tasks that come out of these meetings? Microsoft Teams has launched a new feature which could solve...