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Why Cyber Threats Spike During the Holidays & What to Do

The holiday season brings excitement, travel plans, and—for many—online shopping sprees. But while spirits are high, so is cybercrime. Hackers know this time of year creates perfect conditions for data theft, phishing, and ransomware attacks—and everyone is a target, not just online shoppers. From schools managing student data to small businesses running end-of-year operations, critical […]

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I Think We’ve Been Hacked!

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A Business Guide on What to Do When You Think Your Network Has Been Breached Ever get the feeling that things just aren’t right with your computer or your network? Maybe your systems are running slow, you’re getting strange pop-ups, your passwords aren’t working, settings are acting up, or you can no longer access all

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Stop Using Passwords

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Interesting concept, right? Passwords have been around since before the internet was even a thing. Read on to see how passwords have evolved, why they are no longer secure and why the end is in sight, and hopefully with it, a more secure digital world in which we can all live, work and play. Passwords:

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7 Red Flags That You’re Not Cyber Secure

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October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month – a time when organizations and individuals are encouraged to take stock of their online security practices. However, the importance of cybersecurity cannot be overstated at any time of year. With the increasing frequency of cyberattacks and the sophistication of criminals, businesses and schools alike must be proactive in safeguarding

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