There’s a popular notion that Macs are more secure than Windows devices. It must be noted, however, that as of June 2021, macOS only has a 15.56% share of the desktop market, which is significantly smaller than Windows’ 72.98%. Therefore, the lower number of reported attacks on Macs can be attributed to their OS’s smaller user base.

The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) created many of the password best practices you probably loathe, including using a combination of letters, numbers, and special characters. The NIST now says those guidelines were ill-advised and has changed its stance.

Every year, phishing attacks become more widespread and dangerous. According to the FBI, phishing was the most common cyberattack in 2020, and 241,324 phishing incidents were reported in that same year — that's more than double the 114,702 incidents reported in 2019! What’s even worse is cybercriminals are taking advantage of the COVID-19 pandemic to find new phishing victims.

OneNote, the hidden gem of Microsoft Office, has your digital note-taking needs covered. This software is essentially a digital notebook that allows you to organize or visualize your ideas using text, video, audio, and other multimedia sources. Here’s how you can get the most out of this powerful app.

Secure logins are a necessity in business, but managing so many user credentials can get tedious. The good news is that you can simplify your organization’s login processes without compromising security by deploying single sign-on.

What is single sign-on (SSO)?

Single sign-on allows you to use one username and one password to provide secure access to multiple websites.

Making an outstanding website is not just about aesthetics. It’s also about giving site visitors and customers a great user experience while they browse your products and services. Having a good website is especially important now that people spend way more time browsing and shopping online than ever.

The COVID-19 pandemic drastically changed the way employees do their jobs. Instead of working in traditional offices, more employees are now working remotely. While this may be convenient for some, working remotely can also blur the lines between an employee’s professional and personal life, potentially resulting in burnout.

If you think cybersecurity protection is only for large enterprises, think again. More and more cybercriminals are targeting small- and mid-sized businesses because of their lack of proper cybersecurity solutions. Viruses, ransomware, and other types of malware are also becoming more dangerous.

Bring your own device (BYOD) and choose your own device (CYOD) policies are popular among businesses across industries these days. Both give employees the freedom to choose the devices they’re most comfortable and familiar with, empowering them to be more efficient and productive.

Printers are one of the most important machines in your office. Not only do they allow you to produce hard copies of important company data, but they also help you increase your awareness of your brand by enabling you to create marketing materials like flyers, posters, and banners.