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How “Cheaper” IT Providers Sneak In Expensive Hidden Costs

February 2, 2024 by Paul Nebb

Is your company looking to hire an IT firm? Unfortunately, unless you’re tech-savvy or experienced with IT contracts, there can be hidden costs that you wouldn’t expect or know to look for. While it can sound appealing to go for the cheapest firm, that decision can end up costing you more in the long run […]

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Best Practices To ‘Celebrate’ National Change Your Password Day: How Does Your Password Stack Up?

February 2, 2024 by Paul Nebb

Each year on February 1st, we celebrate Change Your Password Day. While it’s not a holiday that gets you off work, it serves as a good opportunity each year to do a quick check-in and make sure you’re using strong passwords that will keep your accounts protected. The suggested ‘rule’ used to be to change […]

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New Security Features To Protect Your Phone In 2024

February 2, 2024 by Paul Nebb

Long gone are the days when phones were simple devices used to make calls. Today our phones are advanced, handheld supercomputers that can do everything from pay a bill to order lunch for delivery to edit videos and more. But with more capabilities come more risks. Because our phones are computers and connected to the […]

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5 New Cybersecurity Threats You Need To Be Very Prepared For This Year

February 2, 2024 by Paul Nebb

The year of 2023 marked a significant turning point for cyber-attacks with the introduction and wide proliferation of AI (artificial intelligence), now in the hands of people who wish to do you harm and who are actively using it to find faster and easier ways to rob you, extort you or simply burn your business […]

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Beware Of Cybersquatters!

January 29, 2024 by Paul Nebb

Have you ever searched for a specific website but landed on a completely different one after misspelling a letter or two in the URL? This deceptive tactic is known as cybersquatting. This practice not only jeopardizes the online presence of businesses and individuals but also poses a significant challenge in the ever-evolving landscape of cyber […]

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Your 15-Step IT Profitability Road Map For 2024

January 18, 2024 by Paul Nebb

If you’re hoping to cut costs and boost profitability in 2024 without compromising productivity or efficiency, assessing the technology you use in day-to-day operations is one of the first areas in your business to examine. We’ve created a road map that you can use to go step-by-step through your organization to determine if and where […]

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How IT Support Companies Charge For Their Services – Part 2 Of 2

January 9, 2024 by Paul Nebb

Continuing on from our previous blog post, we’re answering one of the most common questions we get from new prospective clients: “What do you charge for your IT services?” In the last blog posted, we discussed the most common models – break-fix and managed IT. In this post, we’ll discuss the actual fees. The price […]

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How IT Support Companies Charge For Their Services – Part 1 Of 2

January 3, 2024 by Paul Nebb

Before you can accurately compare the fees, services and deliverables of one IT services company to that of another, you need to understand the two predominant pricing and service models most of these companies offer. Many companies offer a blend of the two, while others are strict about offering only one service plan. The two […]

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7 Ways To Maximize Workplace Productivity With Tech

December 18, 2023 by Paul Nebb

In the fast-paced world of business, efficiency and productivity are paramount. Advancements in technology have revolutionized the way we work, providing a plethora of tools and resources to help us accomplish more in less time. Maximizing workplace productivity with technology has become an essential strategy for organizations looking to stay competitive and innovative in today’s […]

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Out With The Old: Debunking 5 Common Cybersecurity Myths To Get Ready For The New Year

December 11, 2023 by Paul Nebb

In today’s hyperconnected world, cybersecurity is a critical concern for individuals and organizations alike. However, as the digital landscape evolves, so do the myths and misconceptions surrounding cybersecurity. If you want to be protected, you have to understand what the real threats are and how you could be unknowingly overlooking them every single day. In […]

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When Your Facebook Or Other Online Account Gets Hacked, Who’s Responsible For The Losses?

December 4, 2023 by Paul Nebb

Recently, the CEO of a very successful marketing firm had their Facebook account hacked. In just a weekend, the hackers were able to run over $250,000 worth of ads for their online gambling site via their account and removed the rightful owner as the admin, causing the firm’s entire Facebook account to be shut down. […]

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New And Urgent Bank Account Fraud Alert

November 28, 2023 by Paul Nebb

The infamous Xenomorph Android malware, known for targeting 56 European banks in 2022, is back and in full force targeting US banks, financial institutions and cryptocurrency wallets. The cyber security and fraud detection company ThreatFabric has called this one of the most advanced and dangerous Android malware variants they’ve seen. This malware is being spread […]

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What Should Small Businesses In Freehold Pay For IT Support And IT Services?

October 24, 2023 by Paul Nebb

One of the most commons questions we get from new prospective clients calling our office is “What do you guys charge for your IT services?” While price certainly needs to be one consideration, it’s extremely important you make an informed decision and choose the right IT services company instead of using price as the main […]

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May A Force Field Be With You

October 24, 2023 by Paul Nebb

“That won’t happen to me” is something many business owners say when discussing cyberscams and the need for adequate protections for their business, but these days it’s getting to be a really, really stupid statement that you definitely don’t want your clients, employees and banker to hear. Generative artificial intelligence (AI) tools are allowing scammers […]

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The Danger Of Holiday Phishing Scams: How To Recognize And Avoid Them To Stay Safe This Holiday Season

October 24, 2023 by Paul Nebb

The holiday season is in full swing, which means so are the cybercriminals! While you’re making holiday gift lists, they’re plotting and scheming new ways to take advantage of unsuspecting online shoppers. Holiday phishing scams have become an all-too-common threat, targeting customers to steal personal information, financial data and even identities. To help reduce the […]

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10 Things Every Business Owner Should Know About Cyber Security

October 24, 2023 by Paul Nebb

Have you started business planning for 2024? The last few months of the year can get hectic, between trying to close out the end of the quarter strong and mapping out your plan to ramp things up in the new year. One area that small business owners often skip over when creating their new year […]

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The Bad Bot Takeover Is Here

October 18, 2023 by Paul Nebb

There is one extremely common threat to our security that nearly everyone has witnessed but hardly anyone talks about – bad bots. These silent attackers are often thought of as annoying spam accounts posting computer-generated comments online. They are so common that most of us tend to scroll by them without noticing, but in reality, […]

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10 Tasks You Didn’t Know Your IT Team Could Do For You

October 18, 2023 by Paul Nebb

When you run your own business, it feels like there are never enough hours in the day. Even when you start early and end late, there’s always something else, another e-mail or task, nagging for your attention. If you want to be productive, and ultimately successful, it’s important to prioritize what tasks you’ll allow to […]

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This HUGE And Recent Data Breach Practically Guarantees YOUR Personal Information Was Stolen

August 23, 2023 by Paul Nebb

Back in May, the company MOVEit, a file transfer platform made by Progress Software, was compromised by a Russian ransomware operation called Cl0p. They used a vulnerability in Progress’s software that was unknown to exist at the time. Shortly after the attack was noticed, a patch was issued. However, some users continued to be attacked […]

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College-Age Kids Are A Prime Target For Cybercriminals – Make Sure Your Students Are Safe At School

August 23, 2023 by Paul Nebb

College has changed since many of us were students. Years ago, we’d be shuffling from class to class, holding a single notebook and a pencil for scribbling down notes. There wasn’t as big a risk of photos or data being stolen online. That’s no longer the case. Students today have at least one – usually […]

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Scammers Are Using These 10 Popular Brands To Trick You Into Revealing Your Private Data

August 23, 2023 by Paul Nebb

Cybercriminals know the easiest way to sneak under your radar is to pretend to be a brand you know and trust. These large companies have spent years on marketing, customer service, branding and consistency to build a trustworthy reputation, and hackers leverage this to go after you. The most common method is to use phishing […]

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7 Quick Fixes To Fix SLOW Home Wi-Fi

August 23, 2023 by Paul Nebb

Nothing is more aggravating than attempting to watch a video or use your PC when the Internet is operating slower than molasses flowing uphill in winter. For our clients, we have many solutions to make your Internet connection faster, more reliable and secure. But what about at your home? Spotty, unreliable Wi-Fi is almost certain […]

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5 Essential Tech Tools To Grow Your Business And 2 You Should NOT Waste Your Money On

July 5, 2023 by Paul Nebb

Growing your business involves learning how to make money and hang on to it responsibly. When you’re in the weeds, it’s easy to think that a fancy piece of well-marketed software could help dig your way out. That’s usually not the case, and you’ll likely end up paying for software that you dont need and […]

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The One Lesson Business Owners Miss When Training Employees That Can Cost Them Thousands

July 5, 2023 by Paul Nebb

Training employees on anything can be an expensive process. You incur the cost of investing in necessary materials plus the time it takes away from your employees doing revenue-generating activities. But what’s worse when it comes to cyber security training is the expense you’ll incur if that training fails. Recent studies show that human error […]