For years, enabling Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) has been a cornerstone of account and device security. While MFA remains essential, the threat landscape has evolved, making some older methods less effective. The most common form of MFA, four- or six-digit codes sent via SMS, is convenient and familiar, and it’s certainly better than relying on passwords alone. However, SMS is an … Read More
PowerPoint drops its “Reuse Slides” feature
Have you noticed a time saving feature is missing from PowerPoint?
It’s not a mistake. But it might be a productivity killer.
Luckily, there are a couple of workarounds. Your people need to know about these…
The Daily Cloud Checkup: A Simple 15-Minute Routine to Prevent Misconfiguration and Data Leaks
Moving to the cloud offers incredible flexibility and speed, but it also introduces new responsibilities for your team. Cloud security is not a “set it and forget it” type task, small mistakes can quickly become serious vulnerabilities if ignored. You don’t need to dedicate hours each day to this. In most cases, a consistent, brief review is enough to catch … Read More
At last: Sync passkeys across your devices
Tired of juggling passwords and endless reset emails?
There’s a smarter, safer way to log in. Once again, Microsoft is about to make life a lot easier for you and your team.
No passwords. No lockouts. Just quick, secure access wherever you are…
The “Deepfake CEO” Scam: Why Voice Cloning Is the New Business Email Compromise (BEC)
The phone rings, and it’s your boss. The voice is unmistakable; with the same flow and tone you’ve come to expect. They’re asking for a favor: an urgent wire transfer to lock in a new vendor contract, or sensitive client information that’s strictly confidential. Everything about the call feels normal, and your trust kicks in immediately. It’s hard to say … Read More
Securing the ‘Third Place’ Office: Policy Guidelines for Employees Working from Coffee Shops and Coworking Spaces
The modern office extends far beyond traditional cubicles or open-plan spaces. Since the concept of remote work became popularized in the COVID and post-COVID era, employees now find themselves working from their homes, libraries, bustling coffee shops, and even vacation destinations. These environments, often called “third places,” offer flexibility and convenience but can also introduce risks to company IT systems. … Read More
“Ask Copilot” is coming to your Taskbar (but only if you want it to)
What if your computer could understand what you mean, not just what you type?
Microsoft’s testing something new in Windows 11 that could completely change how you search, click, and get things done.
It’s smart. It’s optional. And it might save your team a lot of time…
AI’s Hidden Cost: How to Audit Your Microsoft 365 Copilot Usage to Avoid Massive Licensing Waste
Artificial Intelligence (AI) has taken the business world by storm, pushing organizations of all sizes to adopt new tools that boost efficiency and sharpen their competitive edge. Among these tools, Microsoft 365 Copilot rises to the top, offering powerful productivity support through its seamless integration with the familiar Office 365 environment. In the push to adopt new technologies and boost … Read More
Microsoft Edge introduces a new scam protection tool
Those fake “your computer is infected” pop-ups are getting smarter. And scarier.
But there’s some big news from Microsoft that could make them a thing of the past.
This update to Edge is changing how your browser fights back against online scams…
The Smarter Way to Vet Your SaaS Integrations
Your business runs on a SaaS (software-as-a-service) application stack, and you learn about a new SaaS tool that promises to boost productivity and streamline one of your most tedious processes. The temptation is to sign up for the service, click “install,” and figure out the rest later. This approach sounds convenient, but it also exposes you to significant risk. Each … Read More
