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Each year, around this time, Microsoft tends to announce some sort of restructuring and changes to the way they do business. Last week, many of our peers attended the Microsoft Worldwide Partner Conference in Washington, DC. Microsoft and their partners…

Why would an average, run of the mill computer hacker want to attack your business or website? A hacker would want to wreak havoc on your business or company website for a wide range of reasons, such as stealing viral…

The Medicare EHR incentive program offers financial rewards and penalties to eligible providers for the use of EHRs. At the beginning of 2015, providers who are eligible for the Medicare EHR incentive program must be able to demonstrate meaningful use.…

As a small business owner or manager, you’re no stranger to challenges. And, unfortunately, there are more to come. — After three months of gains, the National Federation of Independent Business’s Small Business Optimism Index dropped by 1.6 points in…

Unlike large organizations which operate on large amount of resources, small businesses are reluctant when it comes to adopting new IT systems. Moving files to the cloud takes a lot of time, effort, and a bit of expertise that small…

Cyber-ransom is increasing globally. How would you deal with a potential threat that will affect companies, and  millions of people’s cyber data and assets? Cyber-extortionists have been around since 1989. Miscreants hold your data hostage compelling individuals or organizations to…

The use of Virtual Private Network (VPN) reinforces your security with an encrypted connection between your device and the internet, safe from unwanted eavesdroppers. Keeping data secure while using public Wi-Fi is a major concern for everyone who works outside…

Your Exchange server can be configured to enforce minimum security requirements so that when a device attempts to connect but does not meet the credentials it will not be allowed access. Firms must regularly review policies on system configuration to…

There are many software desktop tools, support professionals, and providers that offer remote access and management to computers, laptops, and pretty much every device imaginable. Now that cloud storage has made access to information more convenient across an organization, the…

Just as everyone was preparing for a Fourth of July barbecue, Microsoft was busy on their end preparing for the release of advance notification for Patch Tuesday next week. Six security bulletins, two Critical, three Important, and one Moderate, were publicized.…