by Steve Kennen | Feb 10, 2025 | Business Continuity, Managed IT, Network Security, Tech Tips |
One Monday morning, a business executive logs in to find their inbox brimming with unread messages, their calendar cluttered with overlapping appointments, and an unexpected software update causing disruptions to critical workflows. It is a familiar scenario for...
by Steve Kennen | Jan 2, 2025 | Business Continuity, Network Security, Tech Tips
Microsoft has been making headlines with its Windows 11 updates, and one recent tweak to the Start menu sparked widespread frustration. A seemingly small change had users asking, “Who thought this was a good idea?” What Happened? In an effort to simplify...
by Steve Kennen | Dec 17, 2024 | Business Continuity, Network Security, Tech Tips
How careful are you with online security? You probably know the basics – avoid phishing emails, skip sketchy downloads, and don’t click suspicious links. But there’s a new player in the malware game, and it doesn’t just steal your details – it frustrates...
by Steve Kennen | Dec 1, 2024 | Business Continuity, Network Security
Spyware is more than just a buzzword – it’s a serious and growing cybersecurity threat. Even tech giants like Google are sounding the alarm, warning about the “real-world harm” it can cause. But what is spyware exactly, and how can you protect your business from...
by Steve Kennen | Jul 24, 2024 | Business Continuity, Network Security
On Friday July 19, 2024, a routine software update from CrowdStrike, a leading cyber security company, caused a major issue affecting an estimated 8.5 million Windows computers. Proactive IT does not use CrowdStrike software, so our customer networks were not...
by Ricky Haase | May 7, 2024 | Network Security
As described in a previous blog post, we have observed a concerning increase in successful phishing attacks against Microsoft 365 accounts that have MFA enabled and enforced. We have invested heavily in researching available options that will mitigate the risks posed...
