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Best Managed IT Services – Austin, TX
In today’s increasingly digital world, businesses rely heavily on technology to operate efficiently, stay competitive, and meet customer demands. However, managing IT infrastructure can be a daunting task, especially for small to medium-sized businesses that may lack...
How to Use Tables in Excel
To make managing and analyzing a group of related data easier, you can turn a range of cells into tables in Excel (previously known as an Excel list). How to Use Tables in Excel Using Excel Tables A table typically contains related data in a series of worksheet...
How To Use Flash Fill in Excel
Flash Fill is like a data assistant that finishes your work for you. As soon as it detects what you want to do, Flash Fill enters the rest of your data in one fell swoop, following the pattern it recognizes in your data. How To Use Flash Fill in Excel Here’s an...
Email Compromise: The Most Common & Costliest “Breach”
Email is an essential tool for communication, both for individuals and organizations. As email's role in business has increased, so has the threat of email compromise. Attackers use sophisticated methods to gain access to email accounts, steal sensitive data, and...
The Cost of a Security Breach for Healthcare
You know who loves sensitive patient data? Cybercriminals. And unfortunately, healthcare businesses are like their favorite store to shoplift from. Because Healthcare businesses possess sensitive patient data, it makes them a prime target. Regulatory fines on top of...
What Does it Mean to be “Breached”?
Cybersecurity is a crucial aspect of any business. However, even with the best security measures in place, you will be breached. In this blog, we'll discuss what it means to get breached and the differences between an indicator, event, incident, and a breach. >...
Google’s CEO on AI | False Information, Unintended Self-Learning, & Replacing Humanity
Google’s CEO Sundar Pichai, and AI consultant, James Manyika, sat down with CBS’s Scott Pelley and answered the questions on everyone’s mind. How do we discern truth in the post-AI world, does AI have sentience (spoiler – it doesn’t), and will AI replace us all...
State of Cybercrime in 2023
Cybercrime is a persistent and growing threat that continues to challenge organizations of all sizes and industries. As the world becomes more digitized, the opportunities for cybercriminals to exploit vulnerabilities and steal sensitive information only increase. ...
Free Cybersecurity Resources You Aren’t Taking Advantage Of
In today's digital world, cybersecurity has become more critical than ever before. Fortunately, the security community understands the value of sharing their experience and lessons learned to help individuals and businesses protect themselves. Security Planning ...
Cybersecurity Update | You Will Be Breached
As technology continues to advance and cybercriminals become more sophisticated in their techniques, it's becoming increasingly clear that no organization is completely immune to cyber-attacks. Whether you're a large multinational corporation or a small business, the...
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6 Benefits of Office 365 for Construction Firms
Depending on your role in the construction industry, where and how you work can be completely different from the day-to-day of your fellow employee. Whether you are part of the office staff, or you have to transition between the office and the field frequently,...
Crafting Your Security Incident Response Plan: What Goes into an Effective SRP
Cybersecurity threats loom large, making it imperative for organizations to have a robust security response plan in place. But what exactly goes into creating an effective plan, and how can businesses ensure they are vprepared to handle security incidents? Crafting...
The Importance of Cyber Insurance for Cyber Resilience
The landscape of cybersecurity is constantly evolving, presenting both opportunities and challenges for businesses of all sizes. With the absence of federal regulations and the emergence of various state-level initiatives, the commercial market, driven by key players...
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Microsoft Teams Voice 101: The Basics
Microsoft Business Voice, or more commonly referred to as Teams Voice, is an add-on for Microsoft Teams that transforms Teams into a complete VoIP phone system. Teams Voice is an excellent option for businesses already on Microsoft 365 and has standard phone...
New 2021 Microsoft 365 Compliance Automation & Audit Logs
Microsoft has continued to expand its security stack, making enterprise-level security capabilities available to growing businesses that need a scalable method for managing data governance and compliance. Recently, they launched a public preview...
New M365 Security Tools: Automate Data Governance Policies & Controls
Today, you’re faced with defending your business from both malicious hackers and the unsuspecting employees they target. As many growing organizations work to properly manage their data security and compliance needs, they face a common challenge: marrying data...
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How to Use Charts and Maps in Excel
Utilizing charts and maps in Microsoft Excel can enhance data visualization and analysis, making complex information more accessible and actionable for users. How to Use Charts and Maps in Excel Create Charts To create a professional-looking chart that displays the...
How to Use Tables in Excel
To make managing and analyzing a group of related data easier, you can turn a range of cells into tables in Excel (previously known as an Excel list). How to Use Tables in Excel Using Excel Tables A table typically contains related data in a series of worksheet...
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6 Benefits of Office 365 for Construction Firms
Depending on your role in the construction industry, where and how you work can be completely different from the day-to-day of your fellow employee. Whether you are part of the office staff, or you have to transition between the office and the field frequently,...
Crafting Your Security Incident Response Plan: What Goes into an Effective SRP
Cybersecurity threats loom large, making it imperative for organizations to have a robust security response plan in place. But what exactly goes into creating an effective plan, and how can businesses ensure they are vprepared to handle security incidents? Crafting...
The Importance of Cyber Insurance for Cyber Resilience
The landscape of cybersecurity is constantly evolving, presenting both opportunities and challenges for businesses of all sizes. With the absence of federal regulations and the emergence of various state-level initiatives, the commercial market, driven by key players...