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.

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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.

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Urgent: Running Windows 11? You must update by October 8, 2024

Microsoft has set a hard deadline: If you’re running Windows 11, you must upgrade to version 23H2 by October 8, 2024. After this date, older versions will no longer receive essential security updates, leaving your systems vulnerable. Why this matters Microsoft will stop supporting older Windows 11 versions for business users, including cutting off security … Read more

Tired of Juggling Passwords? Here’s the Ultimate Solution

Are you overwhelmed by managing countless passwords? You’re not alone. Around one in four people share this struggle. The problem isn’t just the number of passwords but the security risks they introduce. If you don’t consider yourself a cybersecurity expert, don’t worry – most people aren’t. Weak and easily guessable passwords, and reusing passwords across … Read more

Protect your biz while browsing: New Edge features keep your business data secure

Microsoft Edge for Business now offers advanced data leak control capabilities, essential for safeguarding your sensitive information. Understanding Data Leak Control Capabilities Data leak control capabilities help to prevent unauthorized access to your sensitive information. Think of them as an extra layer of security on your digital doors and Windows (pun intended), ensuring that only … Read more

Are Your Employees Reporting Security Issues Promptly… or Not at All?

In today’s IT landscape, awareness of security-related issues is critical to safeguarding your business. Despite the dazzling array of cybersecurity technologies available, your employees are still your first line of defense. Many organizations don’t realize the importance of encouraging employees to report potential cyber threats as soon as they become aware of them – this … Read more

Most Vancouver businesses are investing in proactive cyber security – are you?

Are you a small business owner in Vancouver? More BC businesses are making the smart move to invest in cybersecurity defenses. However, stats show that about half of SMBs still lack the necessary cybersecurity measures to protect themselves. If your business is among them, it’s time to act now and avoid being left behind. Cybersecurity … Read more

Prevent Email Fails with Outlook’s new Undo Send feature

In today’s tech dependent workplace, sending an email is as common as breathing. However, we all know the sinking feeling of hitting ‘Send’ too quickly and realizing there’s a glaring typo or, worse, accidentally including the wrong recipient. Enter Microsoft’s new Undo Send feature in Outlook, designed to save you from these common email blunders. … Read more

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