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Cybersecurity in 2024: Assess, Adapt, and Defend

Last year, we witnessed a global surge in the cost of a data breach, reaching $4.45 million, reflecting a 15% increase over three years. As we enter 2024, we must stay vigilant against emerging technology threats that can disrupt and harm businesses. Technology's swift evolution presents opportunities and challenges for individuals and businesses. However, not all technological advancements are benign; some innovations threaten digital security, privacy, and safety. This article aims to shed light on ...

Stay Ahead of the Curve: A Guide to Maximising Microsoft Tools for Work Productivity

Microsoft remains a leader in a constantly evolving tech landscape, pioneering innovations that reshape our digital interactions. The latest update for Windows 11 demonstrates Microsoft's unwavering commitment to excellence. It's not merely an upgrade; it represents a leap into the future of computing. Microsoft proudly labels it as "The most personal Windows 11 experience." Let's delve into some standout features that underscore the significance of this update. Microsoft Copilot: Unleashing Creativity with Your Intelligent Assistant ...

Ransomware Alert: Fake Windows Update Threat

With celebrations of the Pies' victory behind us, no sooner is it horse racing season and attention turns to Flemington. The change from footy to the races brings longer and warmer days, so taking your laptop outdoors for a few moments makes sense. You can enjoy fresh air while checking emails and drinking a short black. It’s easy to get lost in your thoughts in the sunshine. So, when your laptop prompts you to install ...

The Profitable Path: 18 Sustainable Tech Habits

Over the last few years, the community has discussed lowering emissions and achieving net zero by 2030. The transition to a green energy future is gathering pace as investment in renewables across Victoria takes hold. At the last state election, the government promised a return to the State Electricity Commission (SEC) to help drive down energy prices and lower emissions. But as a business owner or leader, how can you embrace sustainability? Companies worldwide are ...

Top 10 Cybersecurity Mistakes To Avoid

Running a small business in the suburbs of Melbourne may seem a mile away from the corporate buildings that dominate our CBD skyline. You frequently work long hours, often driving in heavy traffic through endless 'big builds' and worrying about cash flow. It's understandable to think you are not a target for cyber crooks looking for their next victim. The media is full of stories of large companies like Medibank and Optus being attacked, not ...

Survive the Unexpected: Small Business Guide

Living in a cosmopolitan city like Melbourne, getting complacent is easy. We have had a challenging few years during the pandemic but living in Melbourne, or Australia more broadly, we are a lucky country. That's not to say we don't have our issues and are not immune from threats ranging from natural disasters to cyberattacks.  As you know, Melbourne has experienced two earthquakes in the last few weeks. Fortunately, they have not caused widespread damage ...

Ensure your business has a complete backup solution

Over the years, we've received the odd phone call from a prospect. Each time we answer it and hear the question, it sends shivers up my spine. "Our server has died, and apparently, we don't have any backups. Can you help us?" This is the worst-case scenario for a business and a challenging conversation. We want to help, but there's not much we can do. It's heartbreaking. As a business, your data is one of ...
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4 ways to reduce your Cybersecurity risk

Do you have these systems in place? Hi everyone, Hope you all had a good long weekend and thanks to all of you who took the time to respond to my email last month about ‘clean-desk’ security - I’d recommend providing something similar for your staff to get the message out there! Continuing with the security message - last week saw two major cyber incidents. One on the Nine Network which prevented live TV broadcast ...

Introducing your IT Score to your monthly reports

Hi all,   As I mentioned in last month’s report, I attended the 2019 AusCERT cyber-security conference where we learnt about current initiatives to help protect your staff and business data.   It made us reflect on our current reporting, in particular, your monthly “traffic light” IT report. When we first developed that report, our intention was to easily highlight the key areas in your IT environment that need your attention.   When we started generating ...
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Move your backups to the cloud to save your business money

Manual procedures around backups are a risk to your business data Hi everyone, Last month I touched briefly on backups, and this month I’m going to go into a little more detail as to why you should have them for all business-critical services. I’ll start by telling you a story - this happened last month to a company (they aren’t a customer of ours) who called us for help. They had their company files stored ...