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The Most Common Phishing Scam Award Goes To…

If there is one thing to be aware of when it comes to cybersecurity, it’s to avoid falling for phishing. Phishing scams continue to threaten business data security, highlighting the importance of awareness and proactivity. And the most common phishing scam award goes to… let’s find out. As a trusted IT service in Los Angeles,…

Before You Replace Your Aging PC

Are you experiencing sluggishness and delays with your team’s computers? Slow PCs can hinder productivity and impact your business’s overall efficiency. Before you replace your aging PC, let’s look at some tips that can help boost performance on Windows 10 and 11. Restart Your Computer A simple yet effective solution often overlooked is restarting your…

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Best Way to Pay for Ransomware (Hint: You Shouldn’t)

In the face of a ransomware attack, businesses often find themselves in a stressful dilemma: pay the demanded ransom or risk losing valuable data. But, what’s the best way to pay for ransomware? (Hint: You shouldn’t) Recent revelations about the evolving tactics of ransomware gangs show they’re offering “options” for ransom payments. According to recent…

Building Employee Confidence with AI Integration

In this stage of modern business, AI stands as a promising avenue for enhancing efficiency and productivity. But, recent events have shed light on a significant challenge: the trust gap between employees and AI in the workplace. It’s time we start building employee confidence with AI integration. While business leaders perceive AI as a catalyst…

Are You Ready for the Future of Email Security?

Google is releasing a powerful new feature that will keep your Gmail inbox a safe, spam-free place… and it’s called RETVec. Are you ready for the future of email security? So, what is RETVec? Well, let’s make it simple. RETVec stands for Resilient and Efficient Text Vectorizer. Translation: a feature that allows Gmail the ability…

Zoom Fatigue is Real

Do you ever get that feeling that you’re spending way too much time on virtual meetings? Would you give up your favorite coffee mug for a chance to interact in person? Yeah, Zoom fatigue is real. It turns out there’s real scientific evidence to back up our collective feelings. Researchers from Austrian Institutions recently decided…

An AI-Powered Throwback to the Past

Happy New Year! Do you remember Microsoft Paint? The basic drawing tool so many of us used as children to make pixelated masterpieces? You most likely don’t use it much these days. But what if I told you there might be a reason to return to an AI-powered throwback to the past? Microsoft Paint is…

Unwrap the Gift of Knowledge with 5 Free AI Microsoft Courses

Cheers to the holidays! During the last week of the year, we hope you’re enjoying some well-deserved time off. But, what if I told you that you could take advantage of your few company vacation days to learn more about the 2024 AI market? Well, it’s time to unwrap the gift of knowledge with 5…

Is Your Team Suffering From App Fatigue?

Have you ever had one of those days where you thought your inbox was actively preventing you from being productive? You’re not alone. According to a recent study, email still takes up about 80% of our communications. And that’s not including everything else we’re on. It’s time to ask “is your team suffering from app…

Microsoft Copilot – What is it?

What if we told you that your business could have its own personal assistant who is available at all times to help, answer questions, and even change the settings on your device? This might sound too good to be true, but Copilot’s AI chatbot makes this a reality. Today, we’re discussing Microsoft Copilot – What…