Microsoft has decided to retire its MS Teams Free (classic) app. Released in 2017, MS Teams is a communication platform where users chat and call each other over the internet. While the primary concept is nothing new, the innovation comes with bells and whistles included. It is geared towards being a collaboration platform. The product…
Schools in Tucson, AZ, and Nantucket, MA, became the most recent targets of cyberattacks within hours of each other during the last week of January. The two attacks appear to be unrelated. The hackers behind the Tucson Unified District ransomware attack specifically mentioned low spending on crucial cyber services as a reason for infecting their…
Google Fi users have received emails regarding a recent data breach at T-Mobile. From November 2022 through January 2023, hackers were able to obtain unauthorized access to data for 37 million T-Mobile customers. Google Fi, a wireless plan, uses T-Mobile networks to provide wireless service to customers. Google Fi wireless plan users also had information…
The hackers behind Prilex PoS (point-of-sale) malware have developed a new way to steal credit card information to target customers using contactless or “tap-to-pay” payments. Prilex PoS malware has stolen credit card information from payment terminals and ATMs before, but only if the customer physically inserts their card. Originally, the malware targeted ATM users withdrawing…
Cyberattacks are a growing threat to companies of all sizes. Unfortunately, small and medium businesses are particularly vulnerable due to their limited resources or lack of vital security measures. Like most companies, small businesses have sensitive data that needs to be protected, but they may have a lower level of security than larger organizations; this…
Wi-Fi is an easy and popular way to connect to the internet. However, it can also be easily hacked and used to steal your sensitive information. This article will explain some top ways to secure your Wi-Fi connection. Wireless routers bring a great deal of insecurity that most people are unaware of. Here are some…
As a small business owner, you might believe that cyberattacks are unlikely to affect your organization. However, due to their sometimes lower resource levels and less advanced security procedures, small enterprises are more vulnerable to cyberattacks. Cybercriminals are aware of this weakness and frequently target small businesses in an effort to steal confidential data or…
Technology has drastically changed the way people work. With the rise in remote jobs and teams, workers need to collaborate and communicate effectively, even in different time zones and countries. Working productively in remote teams can be challenging, but various strategies can help the team remain effective and on task. The following tips can help…
There are several ways a business can enhance and optimize its operations. A customer relationship management (CRM) system is one technology that may considerably assist your organization. A CRM system is software that helps businesses manage and optimize customer interactions and data across the customer lifecycle, from lead creation to nurturing. There are several key…
Public and private cloud infrastructures have benefits and drawbacks that can impact small to medium-sized businesses. Some advantages of public cloud infrastructure include lower costs, scalability, and flexibility. However, public clouds also present certain risks, such as data security vulnerabilities. Public clouds can be less secure and reliable than private clouds. On the other hand,…