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Lock It Down: How to Use Strong Passwords and a Password Manager

Lock It Down: How to Use Strong Passwords and a Password Manager

by Rachael Means | Oct 7, 2025 | Cybersecurity

October is National Cybersecurity Awareness Month, and Week 1’s focus is one of the simples and most effective ways to strengthen your security: using strong passwords and a password manager. Why Strong Passwords Matter Weak or reused passwords remain one of the...
Why Nonprofits Can’t Afford to Overlook Managed IT Services

Why Nonprofits Can’t Afford to Overlook Managed IT Services

by Rachael Means | Sep 4, 2025 | Infrastructure and Cloud Services, Managed Security Services, Managed Services

Nonprofits exist to make a difference – not to spend their limited time and resources wrestling with technology challenges. But in today’s digital-first world, IT plays a central role in nearly every nonprofit’s success. From safeguarding donor data to enabling...
Cybersecurity Risks for Chicagoland SMBs in 2025

Cybersecurity Risks for Chicagoland SMBs in 2025

by Rachael Means | Aug 19, 2025 | Cybersecurity, Managed Security Services

Small and mid sized businesses (SMBs) in the Chicagoland area are more connected than ever – using cloud applications, remote workers, and digital payment systems to serve clients faster. But with convenience comes risk. Cybercriminals know SMBs often have...
Why Not All MSPs Are Created Equal: The Crucial Role of Security Expertise for SMBs

Why Not All MSPs Are Created Equal: The Crucial Role of Security Expertise for SMBs

by Rachael Means | Jul 15, 2025 | Cybersecurity, Managed Security Services, Managed Services

In today’s digital landscape, small and mid-sized businesses (SMBs) face an ever-growing range of cybersecurity threats. From ransomware to phishing and data breaches, the risks are real-and the consequences can be devastating. That’s why partnering with a Managed...
Windows 10 Support Is Ending—Is Your Business Ready?

Windows 10 Support Is Ending—Is Your Business Ready?

by Rachael Means | May 7, 2025 | Infrastructure and Cloud Services, Managed Services

 As of October 14, 2025, Windows 10 is no longer supported by Microsoft. Organizations that haven’t transitioned to Windows 11 or alternative solutions must act quickly to stay secure and compliant. Microsoft has officially announced that support for Windows 10 will...
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