What Is Cyber Security Awareness Training?
Awareness training teaches staff to question suspicious emails and links, the single most effective defence against phishing and ransomware scams.
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Awareness training teaches staff to question suspicious emails and links, the single most effective defence against phishing and ransomware scams.
Ransomware, phishing, insider threats and DDoS are the four biggest risks; strict passwords, MFA, VPNs and staff training close most of the gap.
Cyber insurance isn't a standalone fix, cybersecurity tools don't replace it, coverage is harder to get, and claims aren't automatic, four myths explained.
How employees under COVID-19 quarantine could claim EI sickness benefits, the waived waiting period and doctor's note, and employer ROE filing steps.
Ottawa is warning of retaliatory Russian cyberattacks and rising ransomware tied to sanctions; Canadian SMBs remain the most frequently targeted group.
The pandemic's remote shift opened new attack paths, pandemic-themed phishing, remote-service exploits and vishing, that VPNs, MFA and training close.
How managers can build a secure remote work policy, VPN, MFA, remote access, and the habits employees need to stay safe: vigilance and zero-trust email.
Reliable technology builds trust with employees and customers, vendor reputation, data security, backups, compliance, and flexible work all play a part.
Virtual meetings, instant messaging, cloud phone systems, and secure remote access to office computers, the tools that make remote work actually work.
Turn everything off and unplug it first, then use non-ammonia cleaner and a damp cloth outside, isopropyl alcohol on keys, and avoid bleach-based wipes.
Windows 11 requires a 2018-or-newer CPU, 4GB RAM, 64GB storage and TPM 1.2, and adds hardware-based security, ARM support, and deeper Teams integration.
Cloud servers can be up to 93% more energy-efficient than physical ones, and Azure has been carbon neutral since 2012, making cloud IT a real net-zero lever.
A practical guide to running an IT helpdesk well: the technical and soft skills needed, common tools, best practices, and relevant certifications.
IT providers make AI adoption safe by assessing your infrastructure, choosing the right tools, securing data, and training staff before rollout.
Insurers now require proof of MFA, EDR, backups and staff training before they'll issue or renew a policy. IT services deliver and document them.
Moving files, applications and core network functions like Active Directory to the cloud lets a business retire its on-premise servers for good.
Microsoft is warning Microsoft 365 users about phishing emails posing as trial-cancellation notices that lead to a malicious macro and backdoor access.
Windows 365 streams a Cloud PC to any device for a fixed monthly price starting at $31 per user, with setup in under 60 minutes and no hardware to buy.
Microsoft renamed Office 365 to Microsoft 365, splitting plans into Microsoft 365 Business (Basic, Standard, Premium) and the desktop-only Microsoft 365 Apps.
PrintNightmare is a zero-day flaw in Windows Print Spooler that lets attackers take over a domain; disable the service or block remote printing until patched.
The CrowdStrike outage disrupted over 40% of businesses worldwide and 30% of Canadian ones, showing why a proactive IT partner with a response plan matters.
Outsourcing IT gives small and medium businesses ransomware protection, compliance support, round-the-clock availability, and better use of their tech budget.
Practical fundraising basics for BC nonprofits: building credibility, writing power messages, prioritizing donor segments, and choosing outreach channels.
Ransomware attacks are surging across Canada, hitting Alberta Dental and Suncor; experts recommend regular third-party audits and employee training.
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