Microsoft released Windows 11 over a year ago and it was well received as being user-friendly. Though not a significant departure from Windows 10, this upgrade does bring many enhancements to the existing environment of the OS.

Windows 10 continues to have a low adoption rate despite several improvements and free updates for those running the operating system. As of November 2022, Windows 10 holds the majority share of PCs running Windows; its rate of usage stands at 69.75% versus 16.13% for Windows 11.

Slowly, more people are upgrading to the most recent OS. Some opt to wait and assess whether it is worth all the effort; nobody wants to have to learn new technical details about their computer...

Companies often neglect misconfigurations of cloud solutions when devising their cybersecurity plans. Cloud apps tend to be user-friendly, making it tempting for companies to assume that security is handled automatically by these applications. Unfortunately, companies must rely on outside resources for effective protection from attacks.

This misconception is incorrect, as cloud security is a shared model. The solution provider takes care of the security of their backend infrastructure; however, it's up to each user to configure security settings within their account appropriately.

Misconfiguration is a major cause of cloud data breaches and often an unforced error. If a company has not adequat...

Data breaches are something no business wants to experience, yet they remain an unfortunate reality in today's world. According to IBM Security2022 Cost for a Data Breach Report, 83% of companies have experienced more than one data breach. (IBM Security2022 Cost for a Data Breach Report)

Breach of security can have devastating consequences for businesses in many ways. Not only is there the cost to resolve the breach, but you might also incur lost productivity costs as well. Furthermore, you could lose business and customer confidence as well as incur legal fees as a result of this incident.

IBM Security's report indicates the cost of data breaches has risen globally in 2022, reaching $4.35mill...

Imagine yourself going about your daily tasks when suddenly, the CEO contacts you. They need your assistance as someone forgot to provide gift cards during a customer visit and need you to purchase six $200 gift certificates and send the details directly to the CEO.

The message sender guarantees you a reimbursement within 24 hours, though you won't have the chance to call them for two hours as they will be attending meetings. This is an urgent matter; they urgently require gift cards.

Can you pause and consider if this type of request indicates suspicion? Would you be tempted to reach for your credit card in order to comply with the request?

Surprisingly, many employees fall victim to this gi...

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There's a reason browsers like Edge have implemented breached password notifications: data breaches can have costly repercussions for individuals. Hackers may steal identities and compromise bank accounts, just to name a couple of examples.

Cybercriminals attack an estimated 4,800 websites each month with form jacking code. It has become all too common to hear stories of major hotel chains or social media companies being breached for customer data breaches.

Hackers can access your personal information and passwords without you knowing, often taking an extended period to notify you. One example of a data breach occurring recently at CafePress - an online retailer ...

Microsoft Intensify is a Microsoft product that you might be familiar with. It is held annually and brings you exciting announcements and updates from the Microsoft world.

Microsoft's most recent conference was held last October. You may have missed some highlights due to the holiday rush. We're now bringing them to your attention.

Microsoft Teams was a big hit at the event. Microsoft now refers to Teams as "the app at Microsoft 365's center." It is easy to see why Microsoft keeps improving this virtual workspace. Over 280 million people use Teams. This is not surprising considering that Microsoft has released over 450 new features to Teams. This is just the last year.

Below, we'll be discussi...

Since the inception of the internet, data privacy has become an ever more pressing necessity. It's astounding how much personal data is now being transmitted over computer networks; now it has become imperative to safeguard it.

HIPAA, GDPR or any other industry-based privacy rules must be adhered to by most companies. By 2024, 75% of the world's population will have their personal data secured under one or more privacy regulations.

Data privacy compliance does not have to be the domain solely of large enterprises. It goes hand-in-hand with cybersecurity, and applies equally to all businesses regardless of size.

Between July 2020 and August 2021, GDPR violations increased by 113.5%, leading to ...

When we travel, technology is always with us. Many of us would be unable to navigate an entire block without our phones - it could be a major issue if your phone isn't there when you need it most.

Conducting multiple checks before you leave for your trip will make you both smarter and safer. Our tech travel checklist can help you avoid data breaches, lost chargers, and other potential issues.

1. Verify Your Apps

Have you ever stood at an airport security gate and been puzzled as to why it seemed so empty? Suddenly, it dawns on you that your gate had been moved! Panic sets in as you attempt to make it across the concourse before arriving too late.

How did everyone hear about the gate switch? Mos...