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Microsoft Teams Plan Comparison: Free vs M365 Business vs Teams Essentials
The shift to remote work over the last two years has caused companies to realign their digital tools. Now, many meetings default to being via video conference rather than in person, and working from home has become commonplace. Seventy-seven percent of remote workers...
How to Protect Your Online Accounts from Being Breached
Stolen login credentials are a hot commodity on the Dark Web. There’s a price for every type of account from online banking to social media. For example, hacked social media accounts will go for between $30 to $80 each. The rise in reliance on cloud services has...
6 Ways to Combat Social Phishing Attacks
Phishing is the number one method of attack delivery for everything from ransomware to credential theft. We are very aware of it coming by email, but other types of phishing have been growing rapidly. In recent years, phishing over social media has skyrocketed by...
4 Interesting Cloud Storage Trends to Watch for in 2022
One area of cloud computing that is used widely, but often isn’t as flashy as the software side is cloud storage. Storing files in the cloud to make them easily accessible and shareable from anywhere was one of the very first uses of the cloud that was adopted widely...
5 Things You Should Never Do on a Work Computer
Whether you work remotely or in an office, the line between personal and work tasks can become blurred when working on your company computer. If you’re in front of a computer for most of your time during work, then it’s not unusual to get attached to your desktop PC....
Alarming Phishing Attack Trends to Beware of in 2022
In 2020, 75% of companies around the world experienced a phishing attack. Phishing remains one of the biggest dangers to your business's health and wellbeing because it’s the main delivery method for all types of cyberattacks. One phishing email can be responsible for...
Important Steps to Take Before You Recycle a Mobile Phone Number
It’s not unusual to change a mobile number from time to time. For example, when you move, you may want a number that is local to the area you just moved to. Companies also may end up recycling mobile numbers throughout their staff as people come and go. If you don’t...
These Google Search Tips Will Save You Tons of Time!
Over 2.4 million searches happen every minute on Google. It’s often the first stop people make when they go online. We search daily for both personal and work needs, and often searching out the right information can take a lot of time if you have to sift through...
Top 5 Cybersecurity Mistakes That Leave Your Data at Risk
The global damage of cybercrime has risen to an average of $11 million USD per minute, which is a cost of $190,000 each second. 60% of small and mid-sized companies that have a data breach end up closing their doors within six months because they can’t afford the...
What Are the Most Helpful Features of Windows 11?
Windows 11 has been out for a few months now, beginning rollout in October of 2021. It has been largely well-received and seen as stable with very few bugs noted. One of the reasons that Windows 11 has been welcomed with open arms for both home and business computer...
What Are the Most Helpful Features of Windows 11?
Windows 11 has been out for a few months now, beginning rollout in October of 2021. It has been largely well-received and seen as stable with very few bugs noted. One of the reasons that Windows 11 has been welcomed with open arms for both home and business computer...
Brian Cook on the VBSM Pop-Up Podcast
Last week Information Security Officer & VP Brian Cook was featured on the Vero Beach Social Media Pop-Up Podcast, this light hearted podcast lets the guest choose a location that means something to them and Brian choose United Against Poverty's Indian River...
Lead Your Business More Effectively by Implementing Unified Communications
Unified communications are a go-to solution for business owners looking to streamline their businesses and increase employee productivity in the long term. See how it benefits your business. Providing high-quality communication channels is crucial for any company....
Making Your VoIP Network Bulletproof (Six Tips to Protect Your VoIP from Cyberattacks)
Hardly any phone call system in a business beats VoIP when it comes to efficiency and flexibility. However, it’s not immune to cyberattacks. Discover how you can secure your VoIP ASAP. What kind of communication system are you using for your business? I asked because...
The Critical Importance of Virtualized Infrastructure Security (And 4 Ways to Enhance It)
A torn-down virtual infrastructure creates risks for any business. And it can have a significant impact on how quickly you can retrieve your data and resume operations following an attack. These days, many businesses use virtualized infrastructure for more...
How OneNote Can Streamline Team Collaboration (And Four Tips to Make the Most of This Program)
OneNote is a digital note-taking tool that comes with plenty of benefits for users. But what you may not have realized yet is how powerful this app can be for enhancing team collaboration. Note-taking. This is an essential part of day-to-day operations for...
The 7 Effective Features to Maximize Your Productivity on Google Drive
Google Drive is more than a file-sharing platform. It allows you to streamline your work in ways you never thought were possible. Learn how it can help boost workplace productivity. Did you know that something as simple as organizing your business is crucial to...
Why Protecting Your Printers from Cybercrime Is a Must (And 8 Tips for Improving Printer Security)
Printing devices are often overlooked when it comes to security. But the reality is, cybercriminals can hack your printer to get confidential information. Your printer is probably the last piece of computer equipment you thought needed protection from...