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R.I.P…Windows 10 End of Life
Danni
No support doesn’t just mean no more help when something breaks. It means: No more bug fixes, No more security patches, No more protection from cyber threats. It’s like driving a car that’s out of warranty, with no seat-belts, bald tires, and a trunk full of dynamite. You’re one pothole away from a very bad day.
A Hacker’s 3 Favorite Words: Out Of Office
Danni
“Hello! I’m on vacation and will be out of the office until [date]. For urgent matters, please contact [coworker’s name and e-mail].”
Unless you’re a cyber-criminal, you’d never think this was anything other than easy, convenient and even expected.
Except…it’s exactly what cyber-criminals love to see.
The one thing meant to keep things organized and moving smoothly (your auto-reply), is a GOLD mine of intel for nefarious criminals looking for an open door to sneak in.
Why Summer Is the Worst Time for IT
Danni
This is exactly why reactive IT support — the kind where you only call for help when something breaks — can quickly become a liability. Especially during the summer, when staff availability is hit-or-miss, and tech issues seem to pick the worst possible moments to strike.
5 Critical Cybersecurity Mistakes Business Owners Make
Danni
There’s a persistent myth that cyber threats are just scare tactics pushed by IT companies. They’re seen as the digital version of the “monster under the bed.”
That mindset is dangerous.
We’ve seen too many businesses suffer because they didn’t take threats seriously.
Spring Clean Your IT System
Danni
While you’re elbows deep in your spring cleaning, don’t forget to add your IT systems to your list, along with organizing and de-cluttering your office. You can uncover inefficiencies, tighten security, and improve overall performance […]
Time to upgrade to Windows 11: A Guide
Danni
October 2025 officially marks the end of Windows 10’s life, with Windows no longer supporting the operating system. The question is: Should you upgrade to Windows 11, or should you replace your devices altogether? We […]
Score A Touch Down Against Hackers
Danni
The biggest teams are gearing up for football’s biggest day in the season! While they’re getting ready to go out and crack some pads, cyber-criminals are cracking their knuckles while preparing their playbook for 2025. […]
China is Listening to Cell Phone Calls and Reading Text Messages
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Salt Typhoon China is Listening to Cell Phone Calls and Reading Text Messages.In recent months, the cybersecurity community has been shaken by revelations of a massive cyberattack known as the “Salt Typhoon”, attributed to China […]
2025 Cybersecurity Predictions: What To Expect And How To Prepare
Danni
What once seemed like science fiction has become a reality. AI has arrived and it’s here to stay. While AI can be a useful tool for many different reasons, the usefulness of AI can be […]
Surviving the Holiday Season- How to Avoid a Tech Meltdown
Danni
The holiday season is upon us — a time of sales, festivities, and growing to-do lists. What used to be a magical time when we were kids can become stressful as an adult—and especially as […]