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Tip of the Week: Protect Yourself By Keeping Your Stuff Private: If you're not paying for a product, the saying goes, you are the product. While the Internet offers immense benefits, it also poses risks—especially concerning data privacy. Websites and social media platforms collect user data, tracking online activity to sell to advertisers or, more recently, to train AI systems.

How to Get a Handle on Windows 11: Windows 11 has some cool tools that can make it easier to use, especially if you set things up to fit how you like to work or play. Here are four easy tips to help you organize your Windows desktop and get things done faster.

That Barbie Blu-Ray You Rented Could Cost You Your Data: In June, Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment—publisher of the eponymous Chicken Soup for the Soul book series—officially filed for Chapter 7 and then Chapter 11 bankruptcy, spurring the liquidation of many of its assets. Many may not realize that these assets include Redbox, the movie rental service, with its 24,000 distinctive scarlet kiosks. What we’re concerned about, however, is what will become of these kiosks and, critically, the data they contain.

Tip of the Week: These Google Docs Shortcuts are Really Valuable: Does your business rely on Google Workspace for productivity? If so, we have some helpful tips to boost your efficiency by using lesser-known shortcuts. Let’s dive into a few tricks that can save you time and help your team work smarter.

2024 Ransomware is as Scary as Ever: If you’re not familiar with ransomware, we wish we lived in the same universe you’ve been living in the past decade. It’s a serious problem for all types and sizes of businesses, not to mention its impact on individuals, governments, and world organizations. Today, we want to go over some of the latest ransomware tactics in use as of 2024.

Your Employees Might Be Your Greatest Security Risk: Your employees might be putting your business at risk, even if they don’t know it yet. Most companies feel this frustration, and they want their employees to prioritize cybersecurity in the same way administrators and security staff do. This frustration is something that can be challenged and addressed… with the right solutions and policies, of course.

The Cloud Gives Modern Businesses More Opportunities: If you want to talk about the most important technology today, the cloud is definitely a big deal. The cloud helps businesses do things that used to only be possible for the biggest companies. Today, we’ll look at how small businesses use the cloud and the benefits they get from it.

The Real Risk to Cybersecurity? Indifference: Many people still underestimate the importance of cybersecurity and data privacy, putting themselves and others at risk. Most individuals are accustomed to sharing personal information online, whether through social media, e-commerce platforms, or various digital services. However, this lack of caution can lead to serious security breaches, identity theft, and even financial fraud. When people fail to take basic security measures, such as using strong passwords or enabling two-factor authentication, they create vulnerabilities that malicious actors can exploit. These weaknesses don’t just impact them personally but also expose organizations and communities to cyberattacks.

Invest in the Right Technology and Save on Massive Future Headaches: Technology is crucial for the success of businesses, but it has created this mindset that if a business doesn’t have the latest and greatest, they’re falling behind. The truth is that the latest gadgets are not necessarily the best decision for your business. Today, we want to assist you in making the best decisions about your technology.

Please join us in welcoming Ty Frazier to the Fuse Networks team! He joins us as a Senior Support Engineer, bringing valuable experience and insight to our Service Desk. We're looking forward to the skills and expertise he will contribute to our team's success. Welcome aboard, Ty!