Posts by joshshampo
The Overlooked Lifeline: Why Every Business Needs a Continuity Plan
Unexpected Disruptions Whether From Cyberattacks, Hardware Failures, Or Natural Disasters Can Bring Business Operations To A Halt. A Solid Business Continuity Plan (BCP) Ensures Your Organization Stays Resilient, Connected, And Capable Of Recovering Quickly When Challenges Arise. Why Every Business Needs a Continuity Plan When disaster strikes, will your business stay standing, or scramble to…
Read MoreData Extortion Is the New Ransomware—And Your Business Might Be Next
While Browser Extensions Can Significantly Improve Productivity And Browsing Experience, They Also Present Security Risks If Not Managed Carefully. Forget Ransomware—Hackers Have Moved On to Something Worse: Data Extortion Ransomware may have dominated headlines for years, but in 2025, a more ruthless threat is taking center stage: data extortion. Unlike traditional ransomware, where hackers encrypt…
Read MoreHidden Risks of Browser Extensions
While Browser Extensions Can Significantly Improve Productivity And Browsing Experience, They Also Present Security Risks If Not Managed Carefully. Browser extensions are designed to improve functionality and enhance your browsing experience. From ad blockers to emoji keyboards, these tools provide convenience and customization. However, cybercriminals have increasingly exploited these trusted tools to inject malicious code,…
Read MoreSimplifying Security: Understanding Microsoft’s Transition from Passwords to Passkeys
Microsoft Is Making Moves To Replace Traditional Passwords With Secure Passkeys, Offering Users A Safer, More Seamless Login Experience. While This Change Won’t Happen Overnight, The Update Marks A Significant Step Forward In Online Security For Windows 11 Users. Microsoft recently announced an update that will gradually replace passwords with passkeys as third-party providers roll…
Read MoreImportant Changes to OneDrive Retention Policies You Need to Know
Microsoft Is Rolling Out Significant Updates To The Way Unlicensed OneDrive Accounts Are Handled, And These Changes Could Impact Organizations That Don’t Have A Clear Offboarding And Data Retention Strategy. Here’s What You Need To Know To Stay Ahead Of The Changes And Avoid Unexpected Costs. Microsoft is rolling out significant updates to the way…
Read More2025 Technology Budget Considerations
IT Budgeting Considerations for 2025: What You Need to Plan For As we move into Q4, many businesses are starting to evaluate their IT budgets for 2025. With evolving technology needs, changing security landscapes, and potential price increases, it’s crucial to plan ahead. Here are several key considerations to keep in mind as you build…
Read MoreHow to Prepare Your Business for Any Disruption
Today’s Global IT Disruptions Remind Us Just How Vulnerable We Are To The Key Vendors And Platforms We Use. If You Don’t Have A Well-Thought-Out Business Continuity Plan To Know How You Would Continue To Function If A Key Service You Rely On Were Unavailable, It’s Time To Start Planning. A guide to creating a…
Read MoreSecurity Alert: Issue with the New Outlook
The Increasing Threat of Email-Based Cyber Attacks Email is a primary avenue for cyber-attacks and fraud, accounting for 90-95% of security breaches. While email-based threats may not always seem overtly dangerous, they demand our attention and vigilance. The latest security issue with the desktop version of New Outlook complicates the process of distinguishing valid links…
Read MoreCan We Trust AI Search Engine Results?
Can We trust AI Search Engine Results? Everyone seems to be adding AI to their search products. In a world awash with data, AI-powered language models have revolutionized our access to information. For example, Google now offers AI summaries where the LLM will read web pages so you don’t have to, and give you a…
Read MoreWhat Is *Identity* Anyway?
They say that the human brain is as unique as their fingerprint. “No two people have the same brain anatomy…. This uniqueness is the result of a combination of genetic factors and individual life experiences” (read about the study here). I’d say that about covers it. Genetic factors and individual life experiences. And, odds are,…
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