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How Social Media Misuse Can Harm Your Business
Explore the dangers associated with social media and share practical tips to safeguard your organization’s reputation.

Michael Trotter-Lawson
Oct 16, 20232 min read


A Deep Dive Into Phishing Scams
Learn the intent behind phishing emails, the various types of phishing attacks, and most importantly, how you can secure your business.

Michael Trotter-Lawson
Oct 3, 20233 min read


Four Ways Disasters Fuel Cyberattacks
Disaster preparedness should be a top priority for your business, not only for physical resilience but also your digital defenses.

Michael Trotter-Lawson
Sep 12, 20233 min read


Don’t Sabotage Employee Cybersecurity Training With These Common Mistakes
By recognizing vulnerabilities, we can proactively mitigate risks and empower your workforce to actively defend against cyberattacks.

Michael Trotter-Lawson
Aug 3, 20232 min read


Why Your Business Needs to Beef Up Employee Security Awareness
Strengthening employee security awareness is paramount in safeguarding your business.

Michael Trotter-Lawson
Jul 20, 20233 min read


What to Look for in an Outsourced IT Partner
By clearly understanding what to look for, you can make an informed decision and find a partner that aligns with your organization’s goals.

Michael Trotter-Lawson
Jul 6, 20233 min read


Are You Aware of the Digital Risks to Your Business?
Organizations that understand how to detect threats may better meet the security problems they face in modern digital environments.

Michael Trotter-Lawson
Jun 22, 20234 min read


How to Stay Ahead of AI-Powered Cybersecurity Risks
AI has many benefits for businesses, it has also created new vulnerabilities that cybercriminals can exploit.

Michael Trotter-Lawson
Jun 8, 20232 min read


It’s Time to Bust These 3 Ransomware Myths
Many companies fall prey to common ransomware myths, which can leave them vulnerable to attacks and unprepared to respond effectively.

Michael Trotter-Lawson
Apr 27, 20232 min read


The Death of Data Privacy
Data privacy is the relationship between the collection and dissemination of data and the societal expectation of privacy.

Michael Trotter-Lawson
Apr 17, 20234 min read


The Best Defense Against Ransomware
With proper preparations, you can minimize the risk of a ransomware attack and mitigate the impacts if an attack does occur.

Michael Trotter-Lawson
Mar 30, 20233 min read


Malware: Its History and How to Handle It
Malware is the primary tool of threat actors today, and there are a wide range of varieties, including computer viruses, worms, etc.

Michael Trotter-Lawson
Mar 16, 20235 min read


Does Your Business Need Co-Managed IT?
Co-managed IT provides supplemental support to your internal IT department. It isn’t meant to replace your IT staff but rather augment them.

Michael Trotter-Lawson
Feb 23, 20233 min read


TikTok: The Truth About China's Social Media Superstar
Let's talk TikTok, the Chinese-owned social media company that has taken hold of the nation’s ever-shrinking attention span.

Michael Trotter-Lawson
Feb 14, 20234 min read


Why Smart Businesses Outsource Their IT Needs
In today's business world, technology plays a significant role in almost every industry. It has disrupted every aspect of our lives.

Michael Trotter-Lawson
Jan 12, 20233 min read


Need More Reliable IT Services for Your Business?
An external IT managed services provider is a specialist who can act as your outsourced IT department.

Michael Trotter-Lawson
Jan 5, 20233 min read


How to Ensure Compliance When Working Remotely
For the most part, the Covid-19 pandemic is behind us. However, it caused many businesses to explore remote or hybrid work models.

Michael Trotter-Lawson
Dec 29, 20224 min read


Don’t Overlook These 3 Technology Budget Categories
Are you considering all the necessary technology categories when planning your annual budget?

Michael Trotter-Lawson
Dec 15, 20223 min read


Hacking, Hackers, and Hollywood
Let’s talk about hacking, the way it’s depicted, and how those depictions compare with reality.

Michael Trotter-Lawson
Nov 2, 20225 min read


What You Need to Know About the Internet of Things
The internet of things, often abbreviated as IoT, refers to objects that have the capacity to connect to each other and/or the internet.

Michael Trotter-Lawson
Sep 23, 20225 min read
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