How many times this month have you paid for something online using your credit card? Was each payment page secured by HTTPS? If you’re not 100% certain, you’re a prime target for identity theft. The padlock icon in your web browser’s address bar is immensely important and it requires your attention.
Safe web browsing requires HTTPS
3 ways to avoid Spectre and Meltdown
Due to Spectre and Meltdown, thousands of healthcare providers are at risk of data leakage, which can result in lawsuits and reputation loss. As such, institutions will need to be more proactive about their cybersecurity. Read on to learn how to secure your confidential files.
Tricks to make you work smarter in Outlook
Email users are always looking for a better way to organize their inboxes, personalize their email signatures, or streamline group communication. Fortunately, these features already exist for Outlook users. You just need to know where to look.
Clean Up your inbox
No matter inbox how meticulously organized your Outlook inbox is, there's always room for improvement.
Chrome users panic as new scam spreads
During the previous quarter, fake Chrome notifications urging users to dial a tech support number have grown dramatically. Research reveals that this tech support scam could possibly use an Application Programming Interface (API) to freeze the browser, convincing the user to get in touch with the support line and share their credit card details.
Hackers hijack PCs to steal cryptocurrency
There’s a new cyberattack in town, and it’s out to get your Bitcoins. Cryptojacking has grown in popularity over the past few months mainly because of the increasing value of cryptocurrency. So if you notice your computer slowing down, hackers may already be using your hardware to make easy money.
Using Cortana to Organize Business
You are probably already aware of Cortana, the Windows 10 AI personal assistant. Did you know that you can use it to improve the efficiency and productivity of your business? With a better understanding of its basic functions, you'll be on your way to becoming an AI-powered organization.
Single Sign-On: The Answer to User Management
Everyone hates making passwords. From complexity requirements to minimum lengths, each new account brings its own set of headaches. If this problem is reaching a boiling point, Single Sign-On (SSO) solutions can help. They’re secure, easy-to-manage, and do away with the need to manage a long list of usernames and passwords.
Microsoft updates apps for Apple devices
Microsoft has announced updates, including new capabilities in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook for iOS and Mac. Office 365 subscribers can now easily drag-and-drop Office files, co-edit documents in real time, and enjoy other enhancements previously unavailable to Apple users.
Facebook announces News Feed change
Facebook recently announced a big change to its News Feed. In response to the backlashes it has been receiving -- mostly due to allegations of how social media causes depression and affects one’s political views -- it has decided to limit posts from businesses and share more posts from your friends on the News Feed.
Budgeting for Microsoft Upgrades

Microsoft software is reaching End of Support (EOS) which means you may have some upgrading to do. There are two categories of support: Mainstream and Extended. Together, they have a lifetime of 10 years. There have been exceptions to this policy including Windows XP, Server 2008, Server 2012 and SQL Server 2008 in 2019.
When a product reaches end of Mainstream Support, this is what occurs:
Microsoft no longer supplies non-security hotfixes unless you have an extended support agreement
All warranty claims end
Microsoft no long accepts requests for new features and design changes
When a product reaches end of Extended Support there will be no new updates or free or paid assisted support options.