With the announcement of Microsoft canceling support for Windows 7 on January 14, 2020, there are a few things that businesses and home users need to know about this event. Luckily Microsoft has given everyone ample time to prepare for this transition and get their operating systems up to speed for the future of computing. …
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Healthcare providers have become a major target for hackers looking to breach their files. As a practitioner, you need to make sure that your practice has the requisite cybersecurity and dental solutions in place. The solutions and procedures are not only meant to protect against data breaches, but they also ensure that your practice has …
Cyber Security and Automation in Dentistry – What to Expect for the Future Read More »
Many business owners don’t realize that new laws are in place surrounding data breaches. On November 1st 2018, these new laws went into effect for all Canadian business owners. These laws will affect thousands of businesses now so it’s important for all business owners to be aware of the changes and be prepared to comply. …
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The new year is already upon us, but it is not too late to put together a solid, sensible information technology plan for 2019. Strategic planning in all areas of operation—including technology—helps organizations budget for and efficiently manage day-to-day requirements while investing in long-term projects and solutions. As your business evolves, so will it’s …
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Your SQL Server 2008 and 2008 R2 support is coming to an end. This means the end of regular security updates. Your infrastructure and applications will no longer be protected. Many businesses in Calgary have already started to upgrade – have you?
On December 17, 1903, Orville and Wilbur Wright made the first successful flight in a mechanically propelled airplane. To celebrate the accomplishment and commemorate the achievements of the brave brothers, December 17 became Wright Brothers Day by a 1959 Presidential Proclamation. Wright Brothers Day is now honored every year in the United States with festivities …
A recent sextortion scheme highlights the vulnerability users face when their data is stolen and used against them. The widespread threat made it seem as though a hacker had compromising video of a victim taken while visiting adult pornographic websites. The scammers threatened to release the video unless they were paid in bitcoins. Here’s a …
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Cyber threats are a genuine danger for businesses, no matter their size or industry. Companies that face data breaches are likely to fail within months after the attack, according to the National Cyber Security Alliance. Security issues can ruin your reputation and cause expensive damage to your company. In 2019, we are already predicting increased …
Attending the top tech events in 2019 is mandatory for managed IT service companies. While it may be impossible to stay ahead of cybercrime, IT professionals should invest time and money to stay proactive to help their clients plan for unidentified threats. Keynote speakers at these top teach events provide valuable insight on how to …
New tech can be fun and fascinating, but most importantly it solves a need in a person’s life. If you’re trying to choose a Christmas gift for the techie in your life, consider the little problems they’ve been commenting about. Solve that problem with a new piece of technology and you’ll find an innovative holiday …
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