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Effingham, Illinois – Magoo & Associates, LLC has been named a finalist in the 2026 MSP Titans of the Industry Awards in the Government / Public Sector category, its third consecutive year as a finalist.
Read article: Magoo Named 2026 MSP Titan Finalist →
Your organization has plans for the future. Outdated technology shouldn’t be what holds them back. Here are six things to stop carrying into another year, and what to do instead.
Read article: The Technology You Should Stop Carrying Into Another Year →
If you look at any suburb this Halloween, you’ll see countless monsters roaming the streets. Vampires, creatures and ghouls all “wreaking havoc” (going to parties and trick-or-treating).
Read article: The Spooky Side of AI: Is Your Business Prepared? →
Every autumn, the medicine cabinet gets a little more crowded. There’s cold medicine left over from last winter, vitamins bought in bulk, half-used bottles of cough syrup and a prescription…
Read article: Your Cybersecurity Needs an Immune System, Not a Medicine Cabinet →
It’s 4:17 on a Friday afternoon. An employee receives an email that appears to be from the owner: “Can you send me the updated banking information before you leave?”
Read article: Think Cybersecurity Is Just I.T.’s Job? Think Again. →
October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month and it’s a good time to take stock of what you actually know vs. what you think you know when it comes to cybersecurity. Not all of the advice out…
Read article: Cybersecurity Myth Busters: 6 Things Small Businesses Still Get Wrong →
Most businesses know they should have a disaster recovery plan. But few have one that’s current, tested and complete. That’s not always because they lack initiative or will. Usually, the…
Read article: 5 Ways AI Can Support Disaster Preparedness Planning →
If you’re like most business owners, you’re always looking for ways to save time. New software, AI tools and productivity systems all promise to help, but the businesses that run with the…
Read article: 5 Overlooked Business Habits That Save the Most Time →
There’s something impressive about how well families execute the back-to-school season. Backpacks are ready, bedtimes are adjusted and the route to school is planned out. Somehow, amid…
Read article: Your Business Needs a Back-to-School Checklist →
If an unexpected disruption hit your business tomorrow, would you handle it with confidence? You may assume the answer is yes, but many businesses don’t discover gaps in communication,…
Read article: The 15-Minute Meeting Every Leadership Team Should Have →
The California Gold Rush of 1848 promised one thing: opportunity. Hundreds of thousands of people headed west, hoping to strike it rich. Some found gold. Most spent months chasing a dream…
Read article: The AI Mistake Most Businesses Are About to Make →
When your flight hits turbulence, the last thing you want to hear from the pilot is “Give me a minute. I’ve never handled this before.”
Read article: When the Emergency Hits, It’s Too Late to Plan →
Mike Tyson once said, “Everyone has a plan until they get punched in the mouth.” In business, that punch usually comes in the form of a disruption you assumed you were ready for.
Read article: The 4 Most Expensive Backup Assumptions Businesses Make →
When a fire alarm goes off at a school, nobody stops to figure out what to do next. Students line up, teachers move them through the exits and everyone knows where they’re supposed to go…
Read article: The Fire Drill No Business Owner Wants to Run →
Not all compliance failures start with a breach, but they all start with assumptions. A business can have the right tools in place and still be unclear on what’s working.
Read article: Compliance Gaps Costing You Thousands →
On the surface, the water looks calm. That’s what makes Shark Week fascinating every year. The danger is never visible on the surface. It’s what’s already moving underneath.
Read article: The Most Dangerous Risks in Your Business Don’t Swim on the Surface →
If you’re only talking to your I.T. provider when you renew your contract, you’re doing it wrong. Technology isn’t a “set it and forget it” part of your business. It’s constantly evolving and…
Read article: 6 Questions Smart Companies Ask Their I.T. Provider Every Quarter →
Your business hasn’t stood still since January and your systems haven’t either. You’ve added people to the team, adopted new tools and made fast calls to keep things moving.
Read article: Midyear Reality Check: What’s Changed In Your Systems Since January? →
Most people treat outdated technology like a favorite sock with a hole in it—clearly past its prime, but not bad enough to throw out yet.
Read article: That ‘Old’ Tech? You’re Still Paying For It Every Month →
Taking a reactive approach to I.T. might not feel like a problem in the moment. Most issues start small: a system slows down, a warning appears, or something feels slightly off but still…
Read article: How ‘We’ll Fix It Later’ Turns Into Summer Fire Drills →
Every year around late June, we get the longest day of the year—more daylight, more usable hours, and at least in theory, more time to get things done.
Read article: The Longest Day of the Year and You’re Still Out of Time →
School’s out, which means for many people the workday doesn’t look quite the same as it did a few weeks ago. Maybe you’re starting earlier so you can wrap up sooner. Maybe you’re working…
Read article: School’s Out, Cybercriminals Are In →
While you’re firing up the grill or sitting in beach traffic, someone else is getting to work. They’ve been planning for this.
Read article: While You’re Out of Office, They’re Just Getting Started →
The proposal looked great. It was polished, professional and exactly the kind of document that makes a business look like it has everything under control.
Read article: Your AI Intern Just Started. Who’s Supervising It? →
The email shows up on a Tuesday morning. It looks like it’s from the CEO. The name matches. The tone is right. Even the signature looks familiar.
Read article: The First Week Mistake Nobody Plans For →
Picture walking up to a house and lifting the welcome mat to find a key underneath. It’s convenient, predictable and exactly where someone with bad intentions would look first.
Read article: Your Password Is the Key Under the Doormat →
It’s Monday morning. You’ve got coffee. You’ve got a plan. This is the week you’re finally going to get ahead. You walk through the door.
Read article: Is Your Technology Running Your Business or Ruining Your Mornings? →
Remember blowing into Nintendo cartridges to make them work? That was our version of I.T. support. Cartridge won’t load? Blow on it. Still won’t load? Blow harder.
Read article: Your Kid’s Gaming Rig Could Survive a Cyberattack. Can Your Office? →
Spring cleaning usually starts with closets, but for most businesses, the real clutter isn’t just on a rack. Sure, it might be on a server rack, but it could also be sitting in a storage…
Read article: Spring Cleaning for Your Technology →
April 1st comes and goes. The pranks and fake announcements that have you second-guessing everything on April Fools Day disappear.
Read article: April Fools Jokes Are Over, but These Scams Aren’t Fun Pranks →
It’s Monday morning.Coffee in hand. Laptop open. You’re ready to get moving. Then your elbow clips the mug. Time slows down just long enough for you to watch coffee spill across the…
Read article: How a Cup of Coffee Can Take Down Your Entire Business →
It’s March. Your accountant is buried. Your bookkeeper is scrambling. Deadlines are looming. Emails are flying faster than anyone can keep up.
Read article: Your Accountant Is Stressed. Hackers Know It. →
Spring break gets a bad reputation. College kids. Questionable decisions. Stories that start with “we thought it was a good idea at the time…”
Read article: Spring Break Mistakes That Don’t Involve Tequila →
If you’re a business owner, you’ve had this exact thought: “Why does everything take longer than it should?” Not because your people are bad. Not because they don’t care. But because every…
Read article: The Hidden Bottleneck Killing Your Q1 Productivity (It’s Not Your People) →
By February, the “new year glow” wears off and reality kicks in. The inbox is still overflowing, meetings still multiply like gremlins and you’re still doing too much with too little time.…
Read article: AI Tools Are Everywhere. Here’s How to Use Them Without Making a Mess. →
It’s February. Tax season is ramping up. Your accountant is getting busier. Your bookkeeper is pulling documents. Everyone’s thinking about W-2s, 1099s and deadlines.
Read article: Tax Season Scams Are Starting Early. Here’s the One That Hits Small Businesses First. →
It’s March. Green everywhere.Shamrocks in store windows.Leprechauns guarding pots of gold at the end of the rainbow. Luck is fun.
Read article: Feeling Lucky? That’s Not How Well-Run Businesses Operate. →
It’s February. Love is in the air. People are buying chocolate, making dinner reservations, pretending they like rom-coms again. So, let’s talk about relationships.
Read article: Ever Had an I.T. Relationship That Felt Like a Bad Date? →
Somewhere right now, a cybercriminal is setting New Year’s resolutions too. They’re not staring at a vision board about “self-care” or “work-life balance.”They’re reviewing what worked in…
Read article: New Year’s Resolutions for Cybercriminals (Spoiler: Your Business Is on Their List) →
January is the month people schedule the stuff they’ve been putting off. Doctor. Dentist. Maybe finally getting that weird noise in the car looked at.
Read article: Your Business Tech Is Overdue for an Annual Physical →
Millions of people are doing Dry January right now. They’re cutting the one thing they know isn’t good for them because they want to feel better, work better, and stop pretending “I’ll…
Read article: Dry January for Your Business: 6 Tech Habits to Quit Cold Turkey →
January is a magical month. For about three weeks, everyone believes they’re a new person.Gyms are packed. Salads are eaten on purpose. Planners get opened.
Read article: The One Business Resolution That Actually Sticks (Unlike Your Gym Membership) →
A business owner spent one hour in late December auditing every technology tool her 12-person company used. What she discovered was staggering.
Read article: Stop Funding These 3 Tech Money Pits – Take Your Family To Hawaii Instead →
Every January, tech publications release breathless predictions about revolutionary trends that will “change everything.” By February, most business owners are drowning in buzzwords – AI…
Read article: 2026 Tech Trends: What Small Businesses Should Actually Pay Attention To (And What You Can Ignore) →
You’re three hours into a five-hour drive to visit family for the holidays. Your daughter asks, “Can I play Roblox on your laptop?” Your work laptop. The one with client files, financial…
Read article: The Business Owner’s Guide To Holiday Travel (That Won’t End In A Data Breach) →
You know that drawer in your office filled with old USB drives, tangled earbuds and tech gadgets from conferences you attended three years ago? That’s where most “tech gifts” end up –…
Read article: Tech Gifts That Won’t End Up In A Drawer (Unlike Last Year’s Mistake) →
The holidays are stressful enough without technology tripping you up. Customers are trying to squeeze in last-minute errands, employees are juggling family schedules and everyone’s…
Read article: Holiday Tech Etiquette For Small Businesses (Or: How Not To Accidentally Ruin Someone’s Day) →
Even in good times, scammers circle around generosity. But during the holidays, when giving increases and emotions run high, they truly pounce.
Read article: Holiday Scams In Disguise: What To Watch Out For When Donating Online →
Every year, there’s a new flood of apps, gadgets and “game-changing” technology. Most of it feels more like a distraction than a breakthrough. But this year, a few simple tools actually…
Read article: Tech Wins That Actually Made Small Business Life Easier This Year →
Last December, an accounts payable clerk at a midsize company got an urgent text from her “CEO”: Buy $3,000 worth of Apple gift cards for clients, scratch the backs and e-mail the codes. It…
Read article: The Holiday Scam That Cost One Company $60 Million (And How To Protect Yours) →
You wouldn’t drive without a seat belt. You wouldn’t leave your office unlocked overnight. So why go online without multifactor authentication (MFA)?
Read article: The One Button That Could Save Your Digital Life →
Effingham, Illinois – MSP Titans of the Industry Recognizes Magoo & Associates, LLC as 2025 Awards Finalist Effingham, Illinois – Magoo & Associates, LLC has been named a finalist in the…
Read article: Magoo Named 2025 MSP Titan Finalist →
In 2020, a family in Mississippi woke up to a nightmare. Their eight-year-old daughter heard a man’s voice coming from her bedroom, but it wasn’t her father. A hacker had gained access to…
Read article: Are Your Smart Cameras Spying On You? What To Know Before You Plug In →
AI is rapidly advancing – and bringing with it a whole new way to do business. While it’s exciting to see, it can also be alarming when you consider that attackers have just as much access…
Read article: Spooked By AI Threats? Here’s What’s Actually Worth Worrying About →
October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month, which makes it the perfect time to step back and look at how your business is protecting itself from today’s biggest digital threats.
Read article: Cybersecurity Awareness Month: 4 Habits Every Workplace Needs →
At first, hanging on to old technology for as long as possible seems like a great way to stretch your I.T. budget. However, the cost of doing so is much higher than simply replacing the tech.…
Read article: 5 Signs You’re Due For A Tech Upgrade →
There are many common myths when it comes to cybersecurity, and, unlike harmless stories, these myths can leave you with gaping holes in your company’s cybersecurity defenses. Here are five…
Read article: The Truth About Cybersecurity Every Business Leader Should Know →
When it comes to protecting your business from cyberthreats, the basics still matter. A lot. In fact, according to IBM’s 2023 Cost Of A Data Breach Report,82% of breaches involved data…
Read article: Cyber Hygiene Isn’t Optional Anymore: How To Clean Up Your Risk →
Warning: Microsoft will NO LONGER support Windows 10 after October 14, 2025. While PCs operating on Windows 10 will still work after this official end date, Microsoft will no longer provide…
Read article: Windows 10 Support Ending Next Month! Here’s What It Means For You →
You don’t have to be a big corporation to suffer a major cyberattack. In fact, small businesses are now the most common targets for cybercriminals. Why? Because they’re easier to get into –…
Read article: The Average Data Breach Now Costs $4.88 Million – How Much Would It Cost You? →
There’s a lot of excitement about artificial intelligence (AI) right now, and for good reason. Tools like ChatGPT, Google Gemini and Microsoft Copilot are popping up everywhere. Businesses…
Read article: Is Your Business Training AI How To Hack You? →
You and your employees may be getting back from vacation, but cybercriminals never take a day off. In fact, data shown in studies from vendors ProofPoint and Check Point indicate that…
Read article: Why Phishing Attacks Spike In August →
Cybercriminals are changing how they attack small businesses. Instead of breaking down the door, they’re sneaking in with a stolen key…your login credentials.
Read article: Watch Out: Hackers Are Logging In – Not Breaking In →
Power outages, cyberattacks, hardware failures and natural disasters rarely arrive with a warning, and when they hit, the impact on small businesses can be devastating. Many assume that…
Read article: Business Interrupted: The Unexpected Disaster Your I.T. Provider Should Be Planning For →
Most of us carry our phones everywhere, trusting them with everything from passwords to private business conversations. But here’s the unsettling truth: phone tracking is far more common –…
Read article: Your Phone Can Be Tracked – And It’s Easier Than You Think →
Many small business owners operate under the misconception that regulatory compliance is a concern solely for large corporations. However, in 2025, this belief couldn’t be further from the…
Read article: The Compliance Blind Spot: What You’re Missing Could Cost You Thousands →
You know the saying: You get what you pay for. And nowhere is that more obvious than in I.T. On the surface, a cheaper managed I.T. services agreement might seem like a win: lower monthly…
Read article: The Hidden Cost Of “Cheap” I.T. →
If you’re still running Windows 10 on your business machines, let’s cut to the chase: The clock is ticking. On October 14, 2025, Microsoft is officially ending support for Windows 10. That…
Read article: The Hidden Costs Of Waiting: Why You Can’t Afford To Delay Your Windows 10 Upgrade →
You set it. You forget it. And just like that, while you’re packing for vacation, your inbox starts automatically broadcasting:
Read article: Your Vacation Auto-Reply Might Be A Hacker’s Favorite E-mail →
If you’re only talking to your I.T. provider when you renew your contract, you’re doing it wrong. Technology isn’t a “set it and forget it” part of your business. It’s constantly evolving,…
Read article: 7 Questions You Should Be Asking Your I.T. Provider Every Quarter (But Probably Aren’t) →
It’s a quiet June morning. Half your team is on vacation. The other half is working from home or bouncing between coffee shops and hotel WiFi.
Read article: Out Of Office, Out Of Luck: Why Reactive I.T. Support Can Ruin Your Summer Vacation →
As you work through Q1 of 2025, one thing is abundantly clear: businesses that thrive are those that stay ahead of the quickly evolving technology world. Reactive I.T. strategies – waiting…
Read article: From Reactive To Proactive: Why Your I.T. Strategy Needs An Upgrade →
Windows 10’s end-of-life is looming, and with support officially ending in October 2025, it’s decision time for businesses and individuals still relying on the operating system. The big…
Read article: Should You Upgrade Or Replace Your Devices? A Guide For Windows 10 Users →
It’s time to declutter your digital life! National Clean Out Your Computer Day, celebrated on the second Monday of February, is the perfect reminder to give your computer the attention it…
Read article: National Clean Out Your Computer Day: Declutter Your Computer To Boost Productivity And Security →
It’s game time – and while the biggest teams are gearing up for football’s biggest day, cybercriminals are busy preparing their playbook for 2025. Just like a championship game, the battle…
Read article: How To Beat The Hackers This Year →
Password managers keep our online accounts safe. They store all our passwords in one place. But are they hackable? What Are Password Managers?
Read article: Can Password Managers Be Hacked? →
Before the year wraps up, it’s the perfect time to reflect on the last 12 months and assess how technology is helping – or holding back – your business productivity. Keeping your tech fresh…
Read article: Maximizing Workplace Productivity With A Year-End Tech Refresh →
Cyberthreats have evolved so quickly that what once seemed like science fiction is now reality. From AI-driven cyber-attacks to the power of quantum computing, the cybersecurity challenges…
Read article: 2025 Cybersecurity Predictions: What To Expect And How To Prepare →
Have you ever casually talked about a product or service while your phone was nearby and then suddenly started seeing ads for it on your social media feed? Your phone is listening. If that…
Read article: 6 Ways Your Phone Is Tracking You →
As you likely heard, Windows 10 will reach its end of life on October 14, 2025. This means Microsoft will no longer offer free security updates, non-security updates and technical support…
Read article: 5 Options If Your Windows 10 PC FAILS The Windows 11 Compatibility Test →
Ah, the holiday season – when everything gets festive, sales go up and your to-do list grows longer than your wish list. For businesses, this time of year can be make-or-break, but while…
Read article: Avoid A Holiday Tech Meltdown With Better I.T. →
Let’s recap five of the most significant breaches of 2024 so far and discuss how your business can stay protected. 1. National Public Data
Read article: Top 5 Data Breaches of 2024 And What You Need To Know About Them →
National Public Data confirmed in September 2024 that a hacker has compromised the personal records of millions of individuals. The information exposed includes the names, e-mail addresses,…
Read article: Was Your Information Compromised From The National Public Data Breach? →
Software updates can feel like a nuisance, but skipping them is one of the easiest ways to leave your systems vulnerable to cyber-attacks. Hackers are constantly looking for weaknesses, and…
Read article: 5 Signs It’s Time To Update Your Software (And How To Do It Safely) →
Phishing attacks are the most common cybercrime attack for one reason…they work. Every day, over 3.4 billion spam e-mails reach unsuspecting users’ inboxes. Phishing e-mails have held the…
Read article: The S.E.C.U.R.E Method To Stop Phishing Emails →
Important News: Microsoft will NO LONGER support Windows 10 after October 2025! While these PCs will still work after the official end date of October 14, 2025, Microsoft will no longer…
Read article: The End Is Almost Here! Windows 10 Will No Longer Be Supported As Of October 2025 →
When 8.5 million Windows devices, including those at airlines, banks and hospitals, suddenly displayed the “Blue Screen of Death,” people began to panic. “We are under a cyber-attack!” most…
Read article: The CrowdStrike Outage: How To Avoid A Future I.T. Crisis →
Effingham, Illinois – Magoo & Associates, LLC is honored to announce that we have been named a finalist in the inaugural MSP Titans of the Industry Awards for 2024. This recognition…
Read article: Magoo Named 2024 MSP Titan Finalist →
Health insurance is designed to provide access to necessary treatments, preventive services and emergency care to individuals and families in need, and, apparently, now it’s also used to…
Read article: 10 Warning Signs Of Medical Fraud And How To Protect Yourself →
The National Cancer Institute in Maryland recently analyzed data from three major US health studies that gathered information on people’s daily multivitamin use. They discovered that people…
Read article: The Hidden Dangers Of Shortcuts In I.T. Security →
If the software your organization used to close deals and pay employees unexpectedly went down and you had no idea when it would be fixed, what would you do? Could you continue doing…
Read article: Recent Cyber-Attacks Highlight →
Just when you think cybercriminals will run out of new ideas for how to scam people, they find a way to get creative and surprise you. Now they’re faking data breaches, hoping to steal…
Read article: Cybercriminals Are Faking Data Breaches →
Is your organization currently bleeding money due to its reliance on outdated technology? The answer is likely yes. A recent survey by Deloitte revealed that a staggering 82% of companies…
Read article: Outdated Technology Is Costing Your Organization Money →
Summer is a popular time for vacation travel. If you’re looking to squeeze in any last-minute travel, there is a scam circulating that you need to be aware of. As costs for everything from…
Read article: Vacation Travel Scams Are Up 900% →
A recent report from Check Point Research revealed a shocking statistic – the Microsoft-owned business platform LinkedIn is impersonated in nearly half of all phishing attacks globally.
Read article: Dangers Of LinkedIn: 4 Security Features To Use TODAY →
Summer is a popular time for business owners and employees to step out of the office and take a well-deserved vacation. Even if their “out of office” e-mail responder is active, many people…
Read article: Travel Smart: Essential Cybersecurity Practices For A Hack-Free Vacation →
The massive wave of layoffs in 2024 brings a cybersecurity threat that most business owners aren’t focusing on – offboarding employees. Even big-time brands that you would expect to have…
Read article: Massive Layoffs In 2024 Create A Serious Threat To Your Cybersecurity →
A recent stream of Reddit comments emerged detailing a series of poor customer service experiences with tech support. While I typically try to stay clear of Reddit and its gang of chronic…
Read article: Frustrated With BAD Tech Support? You’re Not Alone →
Steve Wozniak was asked in an interview what he would have done differently if he had been Apple’s CEO instead of Jobs. He said he would have been “a lot nicer to people,” but then quickly…
Read article: Apple Might Never Have Released The Macintosh If This Happened →
In recent months, the alarming cybersecurity breach at Change Healthcare, the health care payment-processing company under the health care giant UnitedHealth Group, has thrown a spotlight…
Read article: The Silent Danger: A Powerful Lesson For Every Business From This $1.6 Billion Ransomware Attack →
As a business leader, you’re always looking for ways to increase revenue, cut expenses and grow your bottom line. Implementing AI tools, shopping services and running a more efficient…
Read article: “Savings” That Could Cost You EVERYTHING →
If you’re serious about growing a successful, profitable business in 2024 and beyond, there’s no room for pass-the-buck tactics – especially when it comes to I.T. support. The efficiency of…
Read article: How Poor Tech Support Is Slowing Down Your Business →
In a statement released by the largest telecommunications company in the United States, AT&T, they shared that they recently discovered a dataset for sale on the “dark web” that contained…
Read article: AT&T Attack Reveals 73 Million Customer Records Exposed On The Dark Web →
Have you been hearing more about email authentication lately? There is a reason for that. It’s the prevalence of phishing as a major security threat. Phishing continues as the main cause of…
Read article: Google & Yahoo’s New DMARC Policy Shows Why Businesses Need Email Authentication… Now →
Another day, another cyber-attack! In early April, Omni Hotels & Resorts was the victim of a cyber-attack that brought down the entire I.T. system and led to a company-wide outage. The…
Read article: Cyber-Attack Takes Omni Hotels & Resorts Offline; Here’s How To Travel Safely →
What sets high-quality, reliable I.T. support apart from mediocre or substandard support? Is it lower prices? Flat-fee service? At Magoo, we believe there are many deciding factors that…
Read article: 10 Things Great I.T. Providers Always Do →
Now more than ever, we rely on technology to run our businesses and our lives. When the “Internet goes down,” most businesses come to a standstill until they are back online, costing…
Read article: How Does Your Current “I.T. Guy” Stack Up? →
In our technology-driven world, efficient I.T. support is the backbone of any successful business. From ensuring seamless operations to safeguarding sensitive data, reliable I.T. services are…
Read article: What Is Bad I.T. Support Costing Your Business? →
We are living in an era dominated by digital connectivity. You can’t overstate the importance of cybersecurity. As technology advances, so do the threats that lurk in the online world.
Read article: Eye-opening Insights from the 2023 Annual Cybersecurity Attitudes and Behaviors Report →
It can be challenging to keep up with the ever-evolving cyber threat landscape. Companies need to process large amounts of data. As well as respond to incidents quickly and effectively.…
Read article: What Is Microsoft Security Copilot? Should You Use It? →
The initial reaction when you suspect your computer or network has been compromised is to panic. However, if your network has been breached, what you do next can make the difference between…
Read article: Suspect Your Computer Has Been Hacked? Do These 5 Things Now! →
Cloud computing has revolutionized the way businesses operate. It offers scalability, flexibility, and cost-efficiency. But cloud services also come with a downside: cloud waste.
Read article: Smart Tactics to Reduce Cloud Waste at Your Business →
Microsoft Edge continues to redefine user experiences. This is due to Microsoft’s commitment to innovation. The latest updates bring a host of features. These are designed to enhance…
Read article: Workspaces, a VPN & More – Learn the Newest Microsoft Edge Features →
Staying ahead in business often means embracing cutting-edge technologies. New tools can unlock new avenues for growth. Especially for small businesses. SMBs are often looking for…
Read article: How Small Businesses Are Unlocking Growth With Generative AI →
Browser extensions have become as common as mobile apps. People tend to download many and use few. There are over 176,000 browser extensions available on Google Chrome alone. These…
Read article: Online Security: Addressing the Dangers of Browser Extensions →
In the digital age, data is the lifeblood of businesses. It fuels operations, decision-making, and customer interactions. But there is a dark underbelly of this data-centric landscape. It’s…
Read article: Examples of How a Data Breach Can Cost Your Business for Years →
Technology plays a pivotal role in driving efficiency, productivity, and competitiveness. For small businesses, workforce technology modernization is both an opportunity and a challenge.
Read article: How Small Businesses Can Approach Workforce Technology Modernization →
Is your company looking to hire an I.T. firm? Unfortunately, unless you’re tech-savvy or experienced with I.T. contracts, there can be hidden costs that you wouldn’t expect or know to look for.…
Read article: How “Cheaper” I.T. Providers Sneak In Expensive Hidden Costs →
Microsoft 365 has a powerful suite of cloud-based productivity tools. They can help you work smarter and faster. Microsoft has consistently been at the forefront of innovation. M365 was one…
Read article: 5 Ways to Leverage Microsoft 365’s New AI Innovations →
You cannot overstate the importance of cybersecurity. Especially in an era dominated by digital advancements. Businesses and organizations are increasingly reliant on technology to drive…
Read article: Need to Show the Tangible Value of Cybersecurity? Here’s How →
The global cost of a data breach last year was USD $4.45 million. This is an increase of 15% over three years. As we step into 2024, it’s crucial to be aware of emerging technology threats.…
Read article: Beware of These 2024 Emerging Technology Threats →
Cybersecurity has become paramount for businesses across the globe. As technology advances, so do the threats. Recognizing this, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has…
Read article: How Could Your Business Be Impacted by the New SEC Cybersecurity Requirements? →
These days, our lives are intricately woven into the digital fabric. From emails to photos, documents to apps, our devices store tons of information. It’s easy to feel overwhelmed at the…
Read article: 14 Helpful Tips for New Year Digital Decluttering →
Technology is reshaping the world of work at an unprecedented pace. From artificial intelligence to web3, from the metaverse to the hybrid work model. We are witnessing a series of…
Read article: 7 Transformative Technology Trends Changing the Way We Work →
On September 28th 2023, the National Security Agency launched their tenth annual Codebreaker Challenge. The exercise consists of a series of fictional tasks to accomplish a larger cyber…
Read article: NSA Codebreaker Challenge 2023 Solver →
Breached or stolen passwords are the bane of any organization’s cybersecurity. Passwords cause over 80% of data breaches. Hackers get in using stolen, weak, or reused (and easily breached)…
Read article: What Is the Most Secure Way to Share Passwords with Employees? →
In the pulsating digital landscape, every click and keystroke echoes through cyberspace. The battle for data security rages on. Businesses stand as both guardians and targets. Unseen…
Read article: How to Organize Your Cybersecurity Strategy into Left and Right of Boom →
In a world where technology constantly evolves, Microsoft stands at the forefront. It continues to pioneer innovations. Innovations that transform how we interact with our digital universe.
Read article: 7 Helpful Features Rolled Out in the Fall Windows 11 Update →
The holiday season is in full swing, which means so are the cybercriminals! While you’re making holiday gift lists, they’re plotting and scheming new ways to take advantage of unsuspecting…
Read article: The Danger Of Holiday Phishing Scams →
One of the most commons questions we get from new prospective clients calling our office is “What do you guys charge for your I.T. services?”
Read article: What Should Small Businesses in Southern Illinois Pay For I.T. →
Imagine you’re working away on your PC and see a Windows operating system update prompt. Instead of ignoring it, you take action. Ultimately, your goal is to ensure the security of your…
Read article: Watch Out for Ransomware Pretending to Be a Windows Update →
Cybersecurity has become a critical foundation upon which many aspects of business rely. Whether you’re a large enterprise or small business, network security is a must. Cyberattacks can…
Read article: Why You Need to Understand “Secure by Design” Cybersecurity Practices →
Local governments are responsible for providing essential services to their communities, from maintaining roads and parks to managing public safety and utilities. In today’s digital age,…
Read article: Local Government Technology Pitfalls →
There is one extremely common threat to our security that nearly everyone has witnessed but hardly anyone talks about – bad bots. These silent attackers are often thought of as annoying…
Read article: The Bad Bot Takeover Is Here →
Two monitors are often better than one when it comes to getting things done efficiently. A dual-monitor setup can significantly enhance your productivity. This is true whether you’re a…
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“Thank goodness” is probably what Illinois-based manufacturing company ICS thought about having a cyber insurance policy with Travelers Insurance after a data breach in 2022. But after…
Read article: 4 Things To Do Right Now To Prevent Your Cyber Insurance Claim From Being Denied →
In this case, the government is trying to help by forcing nearly all businesses to implement and maintain a strong cyber security program to protect the customer information these companies…
Read article: The Shocking Facts About The New FTC Safeguards Rule That Affect Nearly EVERY Small Business Operating Today →
You’ve all heard the stats – small businesses are the #1 target for cybercriminals because they’re easy targets, with a recent article in Security Magazine reporting that nearly two-thirds…
Read article: Warning: The Hole In Your Cyber-Insurance Policy That Could Result In Your Claim Being Denied Coverage →
If you ask a security professional, you get by-the book advice about sharing passwords: “Don’t share passwords.” But we know, in reality, that doesn’t work. Your office might be sharing a…
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Training employees on anything can be an expensive process. You incur the cost of investing in necessary materials plus the time it takes away from your employees doing revenue-generating activities.
Read article: The One Lesson Business Owners Miss When Training Employees That Can Cost Them Thousands →
Growing your business involves learning how to make money and hang on to it responsibly. When you’re in the weeds, it’s easy to think that a fancy piece of well-marketed software could help…
Read article: 5 Essential Tech Tools To Grow Your Business And 2 You Should NOT Waste Your Money On →
What if you discovered that all of the hard work, investments and time you’ve put into growing your business is at risk due to a failure of your outsourced I.T. company, or possibly even your…
Read article: Why Cyber Security Compliance Doesn’t Belong In The I.T. Department’s Hands →
College has changed since many of us were students. Years ago, we’d be shuffling from class to class, holding a single notebook and a pencil for scribbling down notes. There wasn’t as big a…
Read article: College-Age Kids Are A Prime Target For Cybercriminals – Make Sure Your Students Are Safe At School →
Cybercriminals know the easiest way to sneak under your radar is to pretend to be a brand you know and trust. These large companies have spent years on marketing, customer service, branding…
Read article: Scammers Are Using These 10 Popular Brands To Trick You Into Revealing Your Private Data →
Back in May, the company MOVEit, a file transfer platform made by Progress Software, was compromised by a Russian ransomware operation called Cl0p. They used a vulnerability in Progress’s…
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As a business owner, you know that continuous, steady growth is an essential part of success. Documented workflows and processes, streamlined hiring, onboarding and training, well-oiled…
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On a recent interview about the Titan sub catastrophe, director of the movie Titanic James Cameron, who has made 33 successful dives to the Titanic wreckage site, pointed out that this…
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Think about some of your private accounts right now. Chances are that you have an email account, social media accounts, bank account and more that are all password protected. Do you share…
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Along with the surge of people working from home or in hybrid situations over the last few years, there has also been an increase in employers looking for ways to monitor their employees’…
Read article: Is It Illegal to Track Your Employees’ Activities When They’re Working From Home? →
An Arizona family was recently in the newswarning others about how they were the target of a ransom call in which scammers used AI (artificial intelligence) to clone their daughter’s voice…
Read article: Cybercriminals Are Deploying Powerful AI-Powered Tools To Hack You →
Cyber security has always been a concern since the advent of the internet, ARPNET, in the 1970s. Widespread protection began in the 1980’s with the birth of the first commercial antivirus.…
Read article: Magoo & Associates LLC Announces New Chief Information Security Officer →
Another day, another scam! A new wave of social media scams has emerged, targeting unsuspecting Facebook and Instagram users. Whether you use your page for personal or business use, this…
Read article: Cybercriminals Pose As Facebook And Instagram Support →
Here’s a shocker: Facebook is being forced to pay a whopping $725 million in a settlement following a number of lawsuits claiming they violated users’ privacy. This is in addition to…
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I.T. services are necessary for every business in the country – I.T. companies help businesses protect their data, ensure day-to-day operations run smoothly, increase productivity across the…
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You’ve heard the phrase “Get with the program!” It’s often used as a direct order to someone to fall in line with the way things are supposed to be done at your company.
Read article: How To Get More Productivity Out Of Every Employee (And Make Them Happier About It) →
They say, “You get what you tolerate” and now more than ever, we’ve been conditioned to tolerate worse service at higher prices. Companies get a ‘free pass’ simply by saying phrases like…
Read article: 10 Common Tech Problems Small Business Owners Are Eliminating From Their Business Forever →
In today’s fast-paced world, it can be challenging to stay focused and productive. With constant distractions from social media, e-mail notifications and other online temptations, it’s no…
Read article: Work Smarter, Not Harder →
Once upon a time, you could install antivirus software and go about your merry way online and in your inbox, opening, clicking and downloading files without a care.Today, antivirus alone…
Read article: 5 Seemingly Innocent Download Habits Your Employees Must STOP Now To Avoid A Ransomware Attack →
“The biggest risk is the one you don’t take” is a mantra you’ll hear motivational speakers deliver in their presentations to make the argument that you should throw all caution to the wind…
Read article: The Biggest Risk Is Not The One You Don’t Take, But The One You Don’t See →
Compliance standards are some of the most important things a business needs to maintain to be profitable and well-respected while staying out of legal trouble. Failure to meet these…
Read article: What Compliance Standards Does Your Business Need To Maintain? Understanding HIPAA, NIST And CMMC →
Southwest Airlines’ recent fiasco that caused them to cancel over 16,700 flights, leaving people stranded across America, was the epitome of what’s happening with so many businesses right…
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