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Windows 10: The Final Countdown – It’s Time to Upgrade Your PC
September 20, 2024 Microsoft TSmidwest Admin

Windows 10 has served us well. But its time is running out. Microsoft plans to end support for Windows 10 on October 14, 2025. This means no more security updates, no more patches, and no more support.  It’s time to upgrade to Windows 11. This is especially true for business users with many systems to

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8 Tips for Safeguarding Your Gadgets While Traveling
September 15, 2024 Cybersecurity TSmidwest Admin

Traveling with technology has become a necessity. Whether for work, communication, or entertainment, we rely heavily on our devices. But traveling exposes these gadgets to various risks. Theft, damage, and loss are common concerns.  We’ve put together some helpful tips to mitigate the risk of any tech mishaps on your next trip. Follow these eight

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Unmasking the True Price of IT Downtime     
September 10, 2024 Business Continuity TSmidwest Admin

Imagine this: you walk into your office on a busy Monday morning, ready to tackle the week. But something’s wrong. Computers are unresponsive. Phones are silent. The internet is a ghost town. Your business has come to a grinding halt – victim of an IT outage. It’s a scenario every business owner fears. But beyond

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Streamlining Success: A Guide to Task Automation for Small Enterprises
September 5, 2024 Productivity TSmidwest Admin

Running a small business is a whirlwind. You juggle a million tasks and wear countless hats. You also constantly fight the clock. What if you could reclaim some of that precious time?  Enter task automation. It’s your secret weapon for streamlining your workflow and boosting productivity. By automating routine and repetitive tasks, small businesses can

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Phishing 2.0: How AI is Amplifying the Danger and What You Can Do
August 30, 2024 Cybersecurity TSmidwest Admin

Phishing has always been a threat. Now, with AI, it’s more dangerous than ever. Phishing 2.0 is here. It’s smarter, more convincing, and harder to detect. Understanding this new threat is crucial.  A recent study found a 60% increase in AI-driven phishing attacks. This is a wake-up call that phishing is only getting worse. Here’s

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Unified Smart Homes: How Matter is Setting a New Standard 
August 25, 2024 New Technology TSmidwest Admin

Is your smart home turning into a smart mess? Do your smart office devices speak different languages? You’re not alone. The current smart home and office technology landscape is riddled with incompatibility issues. This forces you to juggle several apps and deal with frustrating setup processes. Smart home adoption is skyrocketing. Experts expect household penetration

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Digital Defense: Essential Security Practices for Remote Workers
August 20, 2024 Cybersecurity TSmidwest Admin

The rise of remote work has redefined the modern workplace. Gone are the days of rigid office schedules and commutes. But with this flexibility comes a new set of challenges – cybersecurity threats. Remote work environments often introduce vulnerabilities to your organization’s data and systems.  73% of executives believe that remote work increases security risk.

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Tech-Savvy Workspaces: How Technology Drives Office Productivity    
August 15, 2024 Productivity TSmidwest Admin

Gone are the days of paper-laden desks and rows of filing cabinets. The modern office is a hub of innovation. Technology plays a starring role in this transformation. The right tech tools can significantly boost your team’s productivity. Including streamlining workflows and fostering collaboration.  Is your company leveraging technology as well as it could? This

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AI Data Breaches are Rising! Here’s How to Protect Your Company  
August 7, 2024 Cybersecurity TSmidwest Admin

Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming industries. It offers businesses innovative solutions and automation capabilities. But with this progress comes a growing concern: AI data breaches. As AI becomes more integrated into our systems, the risks increase. The data it collects, analyzes, and utilizes becomes a target. A recent study on AI security breaches revealed

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Tech Tuesday – Brother Printers & SNMP
March 2, 2021 Productivity TSmidwest Admin

For anyone who likes peeking under the covers, Tech Tuesday is for you. If you’re a small business owner or local government official and have questions or need assistance with any of your technology needs, or have more questions about TSmidwest’s printPilot services, please e-mail info@tsmidwest.com. This post is all about printers…Brother printers, and more

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