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      • 11 Effective Security Measures To Bolster Your Microsoft 365 Data Protection

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      • Donna Aplin
      Making the most of your Microsoft 365 apps requires you to adopt appropriate security measures.

      • Enhance Your Server Management with These 8 Tips

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      • Donna Aplin

      You may have state-of-the-art servers, but their efficiency can diminish over time. Managing them is key to optimizing your business operations. 

      Numerous organizations rely on servers for various IT functions, such as applications, emails, hosting websites, and data storage. 

      Although many companies have turned to cloud-based services using remote data centers, many enterprises still depend on in-house servers. As such, they need to ensure their devices remain in tip-top condition

      • Enhancing Office Productivity With Google Chrome: The 12 Best Extensions To Improve Your Workflow

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      • Donna Aplin

      Working from your computer or smartphone is convenient, but it can also be distracting. To maintain productivity, you should install effective Google Chrome Extensions. 

      Google Chrome is arguably the most popular browser on the planet. It’s best known for allowing faster loading of websites, optimized performance, and an intuitive interface. As a result, it can help your team complete their daily duties much faster. 

      • Increasing Your Office Productivity With Streamlined Android Apps – The 3 Best Solutions

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      • Donna Aplin

      Is your team also using their Android mobile devices to do their tasks? Incorporating an Android suite of apps into your workplace can dramatically improve productivity.  

      Many organizations opt for Android to take their office productivity to the next level. After all, they can provide higher flexibility, better workflows, and efficient communication. 

      • Making Your Mobile Devices Safe From Cyberattacks: The 9 Best Practices

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      • Donna Aplin

      The reality is, mobile devices are less safe than desktop computers. Boosting security on such devices is essential if you use them in business. 

      Technological breakthroughs have streamlined your operations in several ways. Primarily, you can now use mobile devices to make your communication and data sharing more convenient.

      But this technological advancement also means that information on your team members’ mobile devices is no longer limited to just phone numbers and contacts. They now contain much more significant data, such as emails, passwords, and other account details. 

      • 13 Strategies To Make Your Cybersecurity Failproof

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      • Donna Aplin

      Skilled hackers can easily access your system and steal precious business information. Upgrading your cybersecurity can help address this problem.

      Taking your cybersecurity seriously is a must. Otherwise, you leave the door open for criminals to compromise your business’s privacy and cause legal troubles. 

      Now, you might think that cybercriminals only target large companies due to more resources. But that’s not the case. 

      • How To Choose Your VPN To Boost Protection Against Cyberattacks

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      • Donna Aplin

      Public networks expose your business to security threats. Switching to a VPN can greatly help in reducing those threats.

      Many companies rely on public networks for communication and data sharing. It allows them to cut costs and allocate their funds elsewhere. 

      However, it also raises several security issues. 

      For starters, the network provider might be monitoring the activity, which gives them access to customer details, emails, and critical files. As a result, sensitive information can end up in the wrong hands, compromising the organization’s reputation. 

      • How Microsoft 365 Defender Can Shield Your Company From Phishing Scams

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      • Donna Aplin

      Phishing can lose you a lot of money and expose sensitive information. Microsoft 365 Defender can dramatically mitigate this risk with several features. 

      Phishing attacks are a severe threat to your business. These fraudulent actions can cause your team members to accidentally share financial, customer, and account information with cybercriminals. 

      • The 8 Key Mistakes That Can Cripple Your Business Continuity Plan

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      • Donna Aplin

      The only way to continue your operations in case of setbacks is to enforce a well-thought-out business continuity plan. However, you’ll need to avoid several mistakes when developing your strategy.

      Your operations may seem efficient and failproof, but the reality is that obstacles can happen at any time. Whether you’ve lost a major client or can’t achieve good team dynamics, it’s essential to keep going. 

      • The University That Was Hit by a Cybersecurity Attack (and the 6 Cybersecurity Vulnerabilities You Need to Ensure Your Business Doesn’t Have)

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      • Donna Aplin

      Cybercriminals can take advantage of various vulnerabilities in your company. Patching them up is crucial to protecting your reputation.

      Taking your cybersecurity seriously is essential regardless of your organization. Otherwise, criminals can easily halt your operations. 

      Take the University of Sunderland as an example. 

      At first, it seemed like they had a standard IT issue that they would quickly resolve. But they soon realized that they were a victim of a cyberattack. 

      • Creating an IT Compliance Policy – The 7 Things You Need to Consider

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      • Donna Aplin

      Conducting business operations in the digital world is prone to security risks. Mitigating them would be impossible if you don’t have an IT compliance policy.

      Setting up a robust IT compliance policy in your business is more important now than ever. And it’s because most organizations now depend on digitized services. 

      Online companies rely on e-commerce websites to do business by taking orders and receiving payments. Even brick-and-mortar organizations utilize software to perform various activities, such as order management and back-office accounting. 

      • Immersive Experiences Can Scale Your Business – The 5 Ways Virtual Reality Can Save Your Business Time and Money

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      • Donna Aplin

      Scaling your business doesn’t just entail having suitable systems, staff, or partners. It also includes finding new and innovative ways to save time and money. And that’s where Virtual Reality (VR) technology comes in.

      What is virtual reality, or VR? 

      VR is the technology that immerses you in a simulated digital environment. Wearing headsets and glasses, you enter the digital simulation and have a real-world experience. 

      • Organising Your Office Desktop to Improve Productivity – The 7 Tips

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      • Donna Aplin

      Increasing productivity in your business doesn’t just entail optimising your equipment and sharpening your attention. Decluttering your computer desktop is also essential.

      A clutter-free office is paramount to improving your productivity. Piles of stationery on your desk can cause you to waste a lot of time searching for a critical document. As a result, you’re less likely to meet deadlines. 

      • Is Your Data Secure? 8 Best Practices for Vetting Cybersecurity Vendors

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      • Donna Aplin

      An effective way to bolster your business’s data security is to work with a Managed Service Provider (MSP) or I.T. Service Provider (ITSP). They address network vulnerabilities to prevent cybercriminals from exploiting them.

      Besides monitoring and organizing your servers, a Managed Service Provider (MSP) or I.T. Service Provider (ITSP) plays a pivotal role in the cybersecurity program of your business. They implement several strategies to shield your network from attacks and protect your data. 

      • Explaining Cybersecurity Audits (And the Three Tips for Running One)

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      • Donna Aplin

      You need more than the latest antivirus software to ensure your company’s network is secure. A cybersecurity audit helps you create a complete picture of your security strategy.

      Cybercrime has grown into one of the epidemics of modern times. 

      In 2018 alone, we saw 812.67 million instances of malware infection. Meanwhile, 2020 brought with it a 600% increase in cybercrime. And estimates state that ransomware attacks will cost companies over $6 trillion per year by 2021.

      • How Xero Improved Productivity with a Digital Communication Tool (And Five More Technologies You Can Use to Boost Office Productivity)

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      • Donna Aplin

      Higher office productivity leads to faster project completion and happier customers. With these technological solutions, you empower your people to work more efficiently.

      When a company scales to the point where it has millions of customers spread over 180 countries, effective internal communication is a priority. It’s an even bigger concern when that company helps small businesses to stay on top of their finances.

      • Working From Home – The Six Simple Ways to Stay Healthy When You’re No Longer Commuting

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      • Donna Aplin

      With the continuing shift towards remote working, health is an ongoing concern. Find out how to stay healthy even when you’re working from home.

      The global pandemic resulted in many workplaces implementing work-from-home policies. In doing so, many of these workplaces have discovered that there are benefits to providing employees with the option of doing their work remotely.

      • ESP Answers the 5 Biggest Questions About Windows 11

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      • Donna Aplin

      Microsoft’s latest operating system is starting to take the world by storm. But before jumping ship and upgrading to the new OS, better read this first.

      It’s finally here.

      After six years, Microsoft has just released the latest version of its operating system — Windows 11.

      At a time when computers and technology play a more central role in human lives, tech companies are scrambling to deliver the best user experience possible to capture the ever-expanding market.

      • Seven Ways to Maximize Cloud Solutions for Your Small Business

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      • Donna Aplin

      Cloud computing has been front and centre of the global shift to remote working. Find out how you can maximize this technology for your small business.

      The onset of the COVID-19 pandemic rendered many business practices obsolete.

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      • Google Calendar Adds Virtual Meeting For Hybrid Office Workers

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      • Donna Aplin
      The pandemic is slowly fading from the headlines and releasing its grip on the world as the dominant factor in daily life. Now, businesses of all shapes and sizes are beginning to transition away from the pure "work from home" models that most have been employing over the past year.