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The Alarm System: Cybersecurity Only Works If You Maintain It

The Alarm System: Cybersecurity Only Works If You Maintain It

You can install the best alarm system available, but it will not do much good if you never maintain it. Batteries die. Equipment ages. Components need attention. Cybersecurity technology works…
The Neighborhood Watch: See It? Report It. Cybercriminals.

The Neighborhood Watch: See It? Report It. Cybercriminals.

A neighborhood is safer when people look out for one another. If someone notices suspicious activity, they pay attention. They tell their neighbors. They report what they see. One person…

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The Deadbolt: Give Your Passwords Another Layer of Protection

The Deadbolt: Give Your Passwords Another Layer of Protection

You locked the front door. Now add the deadbolt. In last week’s blog, we focused on strong, unique passwords as a fundamental layer of account…
The Doorknob Lock: Strong Passwords Start with the Front Door

The Doorknob Lock: Strong Passwords Start with the Front Door

Every home has a front door, and nearly every front door has a lock. It is the most basic layer of home security. You probably…
Cybersecurity Awareness Month 2026: Simple Steps to Strengthen Your Business Security

Cybersecurity Awareness Month 2026: Simple Steps to Strengthen Your Business Security

October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month—and there’s no better time to take a closer look at your business’s cybersecurity. Cyber threats continue to evolve, and businesses…
OneDrive or SharePoint? Where Your Business Files Should Live

OneDrive or SharePoint? Where Your Business Files Should Live

Article Summary: If your business uses Microsoft 365, you have both OneDrive and SharePoint, and files usually end up scattered across them with no clear…
How Managed IT Services Support IT Governance

How Managed IT Services Support IT Governance

IT governance can sound like something reserved for large enterprises with dedicated IT governance teams. In reality, every organization needs a structured way to manage…
Are Your Employees Sharing Passwords? Here’s Why It’s a Security Risk

Are Your Employees Sharing Passwords? Here’s Why It’s a Security Risk

Stop Sharing Passwords: A Better Way to Manage Business Logins Sharing logins may seem like a quick and convenient way to give your team access…

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October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month: Is Your Business Prepared?

Every October, businesses across the country are reminded of a critical truth: cybersecurity is no longer optional. Cybersecurity Awareness Month is the perfect opportunity to reflect on how well your business is protected against growing cyber threats — and to take meaningful steps toward

AI Veganism: The New Ethical Frontier in Technology

When you hear the word veganism, you probably think of plant-based diets, animal rights activism, and the choice to avoid products made through animal exploitation. But a new movement is gaining traction — one that swaps livestock for laptops and factory farms for data

Cybercrime Evolution Down Under

Australia’s Scam Landscape Is Changing — Here’s What You Need to Know   Cybercrime is shifting fast in Australia, with scams growing more targeted, more sophisticated, and more damaging. A new Trend Micro report reveals 66% of Australians have been targeted — and 27%

Proud to Be Recognized in CRN’s 2025 MSP Security 100!

We’re thrilled to share exciting news: powersolution.com has been named to CRN’s 2025 Managed Service Provider (MSP) 500 list, in the Security 100 category. This recognition highlights our continued commitment to delivering innovative IT solutions with a strong focus on security—an area that has

🚨 BIG NEWS: We’re Now SPECTRA Certified! 🚨

We’re excited to announce that powersolution.com has officially earned our SPECTRA Certification — a process that validates our people, processes, technology, and service delivery against the highest cybersecurity and resilience standards. ✅ What this means for our clients: Verified Cyber Resilience – Backed by

The Cost of a Weak Password: 158 Years of Business, Gone.

In a sobering reminder of the real-world consequences of cybercrime, KNP Logistics, a 158-year-old UK transport firm, has collapsed following a ransomware attack. According to BBC News, hackers exploited a single weak password, encrypted critical systems, and halted operations—resulting in more than 700 job

SMB Remote Worker Prevalence – Is Your Business Secure?

Remote work is the norm now for SMBs as well as larger businesses.  There are many benefits to establishing a remote and/or hybrid workforce. However, it brings new security risks. Proliferation of Remote Workers Industry studies from last year indicate that about 20% of

How to Choose the Right Cloud Storage for Your Small Business

Choosing the right cloud storage solution can feel a bit like standing in front of an all-you-can-eat buffet with endless options- so many choices, each promising to be the best. Making the wrong decision can lead to wasted money, compromised data, or even a

A Small Business Guide to Implementing Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)

Have you ever wondered how vulnerable your business is to cyberattacks? According to recent reports, nearly 43% of cyberattacks target small businesses, often exploiting weak security measures. One of the most overlooked yet highly effective ways to protect your company is through Multi-Factor Authentication

Simple Backup and Recovery Plans Every Small Business Needs

What would happen if your business lost all its data tomorrow? Would you be able to recover, or would it grind your operations to a halt? Every small business runs on data, which includes customer information, financial records, communications, product files, and more. Yet

Cyber Scams – An Ongoing Challenge for Small Businesses

Cyber scams have become a year-round, ongoing challenge for businesses of all sizes. But the threats have become particularly notable for small companies, as they often falsely consider themselves less vulnerable than larger organizations. Threats occur constantly throughout the year – not just during

Iran Restricts Internet Access to WhatsApp & More Amid Conflict

🚫 Iran Restricts Internet Access to WhatsApp & More Amid Conflict Amid escalating tensions following Israeli airstrikes on June 13, 2025, Iran has taken sweeping steps to clamp down on internet connectivity, particularly targeting WhatsApp and other international platforms. Let’s break down what’s happening,

Explained: IT Services Pricing Core Factors

There are is a number of factors that influence IT Managed Services pricing, which are typically provided on a fixed monthly fee basis – for a defined IT environment, scope of services, and specified number and types of computer users. 10 Core factors that impact managed

7 Unexpected Ways Hackers Can Access Your Accounts

The digital age has made our lives easier than ever, but it has also made it easier for hackers to take advantage of our online weaknesses. Hackers are getting smarter and using more creative ways to get into people’s personal and business accounts. It’s

Can My Data Be Removed From The Dark Web?

Personal data protection is more important than ever in this digital world. The dark web is a secret part of the internet that is very dangerous because it is often used for illegal things like selling personal information. Because the dark web is decentralized

8 Considerations Before Buying Used Technology

We use our devices every day, so they need to work well for our needs. A device that’s slow or broken is inconvenient and can affect productivity for day-to-day tasks. But buying a brand new phone or laptop isn’t always the best option. We’ll

Uptick in New Jersey Employment Scams

A recent NJCCIC (New Jersey New Jersey Cybersecurity and Communications Integration Cell) Weekly Bulletin cited an uptick in New Jersey employment scams that target and exploit individuals seeking employment. The NJCCIC is the Division of Cybersecurity under the New Jersey Office of Homeland Security

Top Email / Gmail Threats in 2025

Email Remains a Top Risk in 2025 Email threats remain one of the most significant cybersecurity risks for small businesses, and for good reason. Here’s a breakdown of why they pose such a challenge—especially for businesses using platforms like Gmail—and what specific threats to