October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month, and this year the focus is on the human element. Here are the key steps you need to take to protect yourself online.
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73. Why you need to keep your software up to date
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72. How to dentify Social Engineering Scams
October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month, and this year the focus is on the human element. Here are the key steps you need to take to protect yourself online.
Read More71. How to Simplify Password Management
October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month, and this year the focus is on the human element. Here are the key steps you need to take to protect yourself online.
Read More70. The Importance of Multi-factor Authentication
Multi-factor authentication adds a powerful extra layer of protection to your online accounts by dramatically decreasing your susceptibility to phishing attacks.
Read More69. A smarter way to protect yourself online
October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month, and this year the focus is on the human element. Here are the key steps you need to take to protect yourself online.
Read More68. Crypto Crash: The Future of Digital Currency
Are digital currencies ever going to bounce back after this summer’s crypto crash?
Read More67. Sentient AI: A Benefit or Risk?
If (or when) we create super-intelligent AI, what happens when it becomes sentient?
Read More66. 5 Easy Tricks to Improve Your Work Ergonomics
Here are some quick fixes you can implement in your workspace that will minimize pain while improving ergonomic functionality.
Read More65. Microsoft and Netflix Strike A New Deal
Netflix is expected to launch a lower-cost ad-supported option in late 2022, announcing a new partnership with Microsoft.
Read More64. Your Online Accounts Are Compromised: What’s Next?
With data breaches and identity theft increasing drastically in 2022, it's essential to have as many security parameters in place to protect your private information.
Read More63. Planned Obsolescence: How Long Does Your Tech Truly Last?
While planned obsolescence exists, taking proper safety precautions can extend the life of your favorite electronics.
Read More62. The Password-Less Future
With a password-less future on the horizon, here are a few tips to ensure your online safety and security.
Read More61. 5 Tips to Improve Your Internet Speed
Here are five simple steps to boost your Wi-Fi speed and keep you connected with your friends and co-workers.
Read More59. 5 Ways to Extend Your Windows 11 Battery Life
Improving the battery life of your Windows 11 device is simple, especially if you know which apps and features are consuming most of its life.
Read More58. 6 Steps to Crafting The Perfect Password
Choosing a secure password may sound easy, but it can make or break the safety of your online data and identity.
Read More57. How to Clean Your Computer Hardware
Follow these handy tips to keep your computer looking clean and pristine while simultaneously optimizing its performance.
Read More56. 8 Ways to Minimize Email Spam
While it’s difficult to prevent spam, getting rid of it entirely is improbable. Here are some steps you can take to avoid and minimize the amount of spam in your inbox.
Read More55. The Future of Work: How Virtual Reality Can Impact Your Career
Virtual reality has long been the realm of gamers and futurists, but it may soon land on businesses' priority lists. With VR headsets falling to under $300 and high-speed 5G networks just around the corner, the technology appears to be headed for home in the workplace. Remote work can be stressful for some people.
Read More54. 5 Easy Ways to Spring Clean Your Devices
Our devices accumulate plenty of digital clutter that needs cleaning from time to time (like old files, outdated apps, quick photos, etc.) Together, these things can take up significant space and open you to security hazards. Here are 5 quick and easy steps to help you clean up your act and optimize your device's performance.
Read More53. 5 Helpful Tips To Improve Your Website’s UX In 2022
In today's marketing landscape, your website has become a more powerful tool than ever. It has the potential to be the most valuable asset and core anchor for your digital marketing efforts.
Read More52. Don’t Take The Bait: How to Identify Advanced Phishing Techniques
To avoid being victimized by phishing sites, we usually advise examining the address bar for HTTPS presence, avoiding domains with questionable characters like g00gle.com, and discouraging clicking on any recurring or suspicious pop-ups. But what if someone discovered a method to phish passwords without including these characteristics?
Read More51. You Need To Use Two-Factor Authentication, But Which One?
Cybercrime is on the rise, and a strong password isn't enough to keep your money, job, or family safe. To defend against increasingly aggressive attackers, you'll need a second factor.
Read More50. Tips to Avoid Mobile Scams This Tax Season
Filling out your taxes may be a drag, but it's made even more difficult when scammers attempt to deceive you into providing personal information and money. During January and February of this year, IRS and Social Security-related spam text messages increased dramatically according to research from RoboKiller.com.
Read More49. How to Market Your Business with Texting
Texting is one of the most personal forms of communication, which is why it can be such an effective marketing tool. Unlike other channels like email or social media, texting allows you to have a one-on-one conversation with your target audience.
Read More48. How to Take Your Video Calls to the Next Level
Companies around the world are continuing to connect virtually. Here is how to make sure you're looking your best on video calls.
Read More47. How to Extend Your Battery Life in Windows 11
Windows 11 is packed with tricks to help make the most of your battery life. Here are 4 that every user should know.
Read More46. Keyboard Shortcuts to Navigate Your Browser Like a Pro
We spend a lot of time browsing the internet across devices. Here are some easy keyboard shortcuts to speed up your searches.
Read More45. Top 5 Cybersecurity Myths
Cybersecurity is a hot topic, but there are a lot of fake security recommendations out there. Here are the top cybersecurity myths.
Read More44. Windows 11 Keyboard Shortcuts to Save Time
Windows 11 is packed with keyboard shortcuts that can help save hours of work each week - here are the most important shortcuts to know.
Read More43. Top 5 Windows 11 Features for Hybrid Work
Microsoft designed Windows 11 with hybrid work in mind, baking in tools to make working from anywhere a breeze.
Read More42. How to Protect Your Business Against Cyberattacks
Cyberattacks are a part of the new normal for businesses of every size. Here is how to make sure that your business is protected in 2022.
Read More41. 5 Tips to Keep Your Data Safe Online
Companies around the world are constantly adding to a mountain of sensitive data that their teams rely on each day. Here's how to stay safe.
Read More40. The Biggest Trends from CES 2022
CES 2022 showcased the latest technology set to improve the daily lives of millions around the world. Check out the biggest trends.
Read More39. Here’s Why You Should Never Store Passwords in Your Browser
Password management has never been simpler, but security vulnerabilities and workarounds can leave your passwords out in the open. Here's what you should know.
Read More38. 5 Tech Resolutions for the New Year
It's time to make some resolutions for the new year! Here are some of the best technology resolutions for 2022 to help hit your goals.
Read More37. How to Prep Your Tech for a Holiday Road Trip
If you're hitting the road for the holidays, here are some simple tech tips to make sure your tech is prepared.
Read More36. 4 Small Business Cybersecurity Lessons from 2021
While big companies took the spotlight this year, here are the small business cybersecurity lessons that stood out in 2021.
Read More35. 4 Windows 11 Tips to Help You Focus
Keeping your focus throughout the day isn't easy! Here are four tricks to help you stay on task while working in Windows 11.
Read More34. Top 5 Tips for Microsoft Teams
From connecting with friends and family to working on the go, here are the tricks to making the most of Microsoft Teams.
Read More33. 5 Technologies We’re Thankful for in 2021
Thanksgiving is officially here! After another crazy year in the world of tech, here is some of the top tech that our team is thankful for in 2021.
Read More32. Tech to Help You Save Time During the Holiday Season
No matter what's on your holiday to-do list, check out this time-saving tech to help you stay focused all season long!
Read More31. Meet the New Type of Cyber Attack Targeting MFA Codes
What do Facebook, Yahoo, AOL, and LinkedIn all have in common? They've all been the victims of massive data breaches that have left the login credentials of millions of users out in the open, ready to be picked off by cybercriminals. When a database of this information is found (or even sold to a buyer) online, anything is possible if the password hasn't been changed.
Read More30. Cybersecurity Awareness Month Recap – Top Tips for Small Businesses
With Cybersecurity Awareness Month winding down, our team at SeedSpark has been working to help spread the word about some of today's top threats and deliver resourceful tools to help you stay safe in the digital world. As of October, the total number of cyberattacks in the U.S. had already passed the total number of events in 2021 by 17% - even with 3 months left in the year.
Read More29. Top 4 Email Security Threats for Small Businesses
Phishing emails remain the top source of data breaches - here are the top 4 email security missteps that you need to know.
Read More28. What’s the Real Cost of a Ransomware Attack in 2021?
A new report reveals that downtime from cyberattacks is up 468% since 2018. Here's what business leaders need to know.
Read More27. 2021 Cybersecurity Analysis – The Biggest Lessons Learned
Cybersecurity attacks have taken over the headlines in 2021, with networking and cybersecurity firm SonicWall reporting 304.7 million ransomware attacks as of June 2021 - a number higher than the total number of attacks in the entirety of 2020.
Read More26. Meet Microsoft Viva – The Ultimate Employee Engagement Platform
Microsoft Viva is a new tool in Office 365 that helps users focus on building a healthier balance between their work and home lives.
Read More25. Windows 11: Everything You Need to Know
Windows 11 launches October 5 - here are the top tips to keep in mind ahead of the big day.
Read More24. iOS 15: Everything You Need to Know
Apple's latest mobile operating system is bringing subtle innovations that are set to shake up mobile workflows of over ~1B users globally.
Read More23. Business Continuity & Disaster Recovery Tips Every Business Leader Should Know
Preparing your technology before disaster strikes enables businesses to bounce back faster after data loss.
Read More22. “The Year of the Outbreak” – How Ransomware is Defining 2021
Ransomware has been a hot topic in 2021, but new data from FortiGuard Labs shows just how massive the attacks have been across a variety of industries.
Read More21. How to Get the Most Out of Your Technology Investment
Every company has technology, but making it a priority is what makes a difference. Here is how to know if your team is prioritizing tech.
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