Cybersecurity threats are growing, and law firms in British Columbia are increasingly becoming prime targets. A new, sneaky email attack is taking advantage of compromised Microsoft 365 accounts to deceive even the most cautious legal professionals. If your firm relies on email for client communications or collaboration, this is one scam you cannot afford to ignore.
Amadey-ville: new malware tricks you into giving up your Google creds
When it comes to online security, how confident are you and your team? You likely know the basics—avoid phishing scams, suspicious downloads, and unknown links. But even the most cyber-aware teams need to stay alert: new, advanced malware tactics are emerging with the intent to outsmart even seasoned professionals.
Microsoft is sharpening the Edge settings page
Great news, Edge enjoyers! Microsoft is streamlining the Edge Settings page. This update is a direct response to the increasingly arcane layout of Edge, which when compared to the simplicity of Google Chrome has left some users feeling frustrated. With this redesign, Microsoft plans to offer a more intuitive interface akin to Chrome, aiming to … Read more
Report: One third of all data loss is caused by bad backups
Losing access to your business data, even for a short period of time, is a nightmare!
You’re most likely familiar with backups (we hope). Most people know backup tools are meant to protect your data by creating secure copies, while recovery tools restore your files when something goes wrong. But did you know: just having these tools in place isn’t enough to guarantee data security?
Locked, loaded and held at datapoint: what you need to know about Ransomware
Ransomware is a serious threat. One click on a bad link, and your entire business could be locked up tight. Customer data, financial records—gone, unless you pay up.
Say goodbye to typos with Windows 11’s built-in spellcheck
Typos and spelling mistakes can harm your professional image, especially in client or business communications. We all know how embarrassing that can be! Luckily, Windows 11 is here to save the day. With a little tweak to your system settings, you can save yourself from shame by enabling built-in spell check and autocorrect tools.
Considering CoPilot for your business? Here’s the rundown!
Imagine an assistant that never tires, never misses details, and handles everything from drafting emails to organizing meetings. That’s Microsoft Copilot. This AI-powered tool, built into the Microsoft apps you already use—like Word, Excel, and Teams—takes care of time-consuming tasks that slow your team down.
So, what exactly is Copilot, and why should you care?
Stop waiting to upgrade to Windows 11 – the time is now
With support for Windows 10 ending soon, many business owners are asking themselves why they haven’t upgraded to Windows 11 yet. Are you one of them?
Despite the upgrade being free and straightforward, research shows a surprising number of businesses are still holding onto Windows 10 like it’s an ultra-rare Pokémon card. A survey of over 750,000 Windows 10 systems found that 88% are using hardware fully capable of upgrading to Windows 11—yet 82% of businesses haven’t made the switch.
Blue screen blues: how to avoid business-stopping BSODs
If you’ve ever encountered the Blue Screen of Death (BSOD), you know it’s more than just an inconvenience. Your screen turns blue, and the sad face on the screen reflects your feelings of lost work and frustration (thanks Microsoft!)
For businesses, BSODs are more than just a nuisance—they’re a costly disruption.
MFA is no longer optional for Azure, says Microsoft – we agree
Microsoft is making multi-factor authentication (MFA) mandatory for all Azure sign-ins to enhance security starting this month. Even if you’re not using Azure, MFA is one of the easiest and most effective ways to protect your digital assets. There’s really no excuse not to use MFA in 2024, as IT companies such as ourselves have … Read more
