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How to Build a Security Incident Response Team
Having a well-structured incident response plan (IRP) is essential for effectively managing security incidents. One crucial aspect of this plan is the integration of an incident response team to supplement and enhance your internal capabilities. External Incident...
Microsoft Copilot in PowerPoint: Create Decks & Design Slides
With Copilot's smart features, you can streamline your workflow and elevate your presentations with ease. Microsoft Copilot in PowerPoint: Create Decks & Design Slides 1. Create and Customize Slides: Need a new slide on a specific topic? Just ask Copilot to...
Microsoft Copilot in Word: Tips & Use Cases
Microsoft Copilot is transforming how we handle documents in Word, making everyday tasks more efficient and less time-consuming. Here’s how you can leverage this powerful tool to boost your productivity. Microsoft Copilot in Word: Tips & Use Cases Summarizing...
[Webinar] Security Awareness 101 | Protect Yourself from Cyberattacks
Why are we still talking about cybersecurity? The simple answer is because cybercrime is getting worse. The global cost of cybercrime in 2022 was $8.44 trillion and it is estimated to jump to $23.84 trillion in 2027. Source: Statista Cybersecurity Report How do...
How To Add a Signature in Outlook
Having a well-designed signature can leave a lasting impression on your recipients. Microsoft Outlook offers a simple and effective way to add a signature to your emails. In this blog post, we will walk you through the process of adding a signature in Microsoft...
How to Change Your Video & Audio Settings in Teams
Microsoft Teams has skyrocketed in popularity, becoming the superhero of communication and collaboration platforms in this age of remote work and virtual meetings. I’m sure we all have sat through awkward calls where someone’s mic or camera isn’t working, and they...
How to Change Your Status Presence in Teams
In today's digital fast-paced work environment, your presence status is everything. Effective collaboration requires you to stay on-top of your presence so your team knows when they can and cannot bother you. In this blog post, we will walk you through the...
[Webinar] Winning Back-Office Strategies to Boost Your Agility
In a world of constant change and unpredictability, businesses are faced with the challenge of staying agile and scalable to navigate through uncertain times successfully. With the ever-evolving landscape of technology, market trends, and customer expectations, it has...
How To Set Up Out of Office in Teams
Microsoft Teams has got your back with its nifty "Out of Office" feature, ensuring that your colleagues are well-aware of your absence, and you can enjoy that well-deserved break without any guilt. So, grab your sunhat and let's dive into how to set up your out of...
How to Create a “New Team” in Microsoft Teams
In today's fast-paced work environment, collaboration and communication among team members is crucial for success. Microsoft Teams provides a powerful platform for teams to collaborate seamlessly, share files, conduct meetings, and stay connected. One of the key...
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[Webinar] Microsoft Excel: Beyond the Basics
Watch the training to learn advanced Microsoft Excel techniques and best practices. You’ll get a quick overview of Excel’s advanced features and common business use cases. No matter what your experience with Excel is, you’ll leave this training with something new....
Trending Threat: Live off the Land (LOTL) Attacks
Cybersecurity has significantly evolved over the past decade. Five to ten years ago, the primary focus was on antivirus software and protecting against malicious software intrusions. While these measures remain crucial components of a layered security approach, the...
How Executives Should Adapt to the New Security Landscape
It’s crucial to recognize that the IT world we operate in has changed and is a new security landscape. This shift isn't exclusive to cybersecurity providers; it encompasses every business across various industries. Whether you're dealing with customers, vendors, or...
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How To Join a Microsoft Teams Meeting
Teams is Microsoft's communication and collaboration platform. One of Teams' most valuable features is it's video conferencing capability. Whether you're trying to talk to people within your organization or external people, setting up meetings and calls using Teams is...
3 Major Benefits of Microsoft 365 Business Premium
Microsoft 365 Business Premium is our recommended Microsoft 365 subscription plan for any professional organization. The value you receive for just $10 per user/per month over Business Standard is too good to pass up, especially for businesses that value security....
Microsoft 365 Business Standard vs Premium
Microsoft 365 has established itself as the best-in-class productivity and collaboration platform for businesses. Microsoft 365 offers 4 different subscription tiers, however there are really only 2 tiers that are suitable for professional organizations of up to 300...
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Behind The Scenes: How Cybercriminals Plan Their Attacks
Understanding how threat actors plan and execute their attacks is crucial in strengthening our defenses and protecting against potential breaches. Unmasking the Dark Art: How Cybercriminals Plan Their Attacks How Cyber Attacks Work Step 1 Identify Target There...
Microsoft Copilot in PowerPoint: Create Decks & Design Slides
With Copilot's smart features, you can streamline your workflow and elevate your presentations with ease. Microsoft Copilot in PowerPoint: Create Decks & Design Slides 1. Create and Customize Slides: Need a new slide on a specific topic? Just ask Copilot to...
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[Webinar] Microsoft Excel: Beyond the Basics
Watch the training to learn advanced Microsoft Excel techniques and best practices. You’ll get a quick overview of Excel’s advanced features and common business use cases. No matter what your experience with Excel is, you’ll leave this training with something new....
Trending Threat: Live off the Land (LOTL) Attacks
Cybersecurity has significantly evolved over the past decade. Five to ten years ago, the primary focus was on antivirus software and protecting against malicious software intrusions. While these measures remain crucial components of a layered security approach, the...
How Executives Should Adapt to the New Security Landscape
It’s crucial to recognize that the IT world we operate in has changed and is a new security landscape. This shift isn't exclusive to cybersecurity providers; it encompasses every business across various industries. Whether you're dealing with customers, vendors, or...