How does a cybercriminal break into a business? It’s not always the high-tech hacks you hear about on the news. Sometimes it’s much simpler. And closer to home. Look at these 20 common ways businesses get hacked. Some might surprise you. How many could happen in your bus

⚠️ WARNING ⚠️ Think twice before clicking “Unsubscribe” on that suspicious looking email. It might do more harm than good. We’ve all been there. An annoying email lands in your inbox. Something you didn’t sign up for. And your finger hovers over that “unsubscribe” link

Need to grab something from your phone during a busy workday? Here’s a new Windows 11 trick to make it effortless (thank me later). If you're like most business owners, your phone is never far from reach. It’s where stuff lives, like your messages, client calls, files, an

Very soon you could listen to a quick summary of something you Googled 🎧 Google’s experimenting with a new feature called Audio Overview in Search. It’s still in testing (only available if you opt in through Labs in the US), but it’s giving us a glimpse of how search is evolv

What really happens when a cyberattack hits your business? It starts with one click. Then the hackers move in. Systems go down. Files disappear. Panic sets in. This is just how fast it can all fall apart. And what it really feels like when you're living through a cyberattac

🚨 Your inbox might be more dangerous than you think. And not in the way you expect 😬 Recently, a serious vulnerability in Microsoft 365’s AI assistant, Copilot was discovered. It’s since been fixed, thankfully. But what’s important is what it tells us about the future of

Happy Labor Day from Cyber Shift Technologies! Today we celebrate the hard work, dedication, and creativity that keep our communities moving forward. 💼⚙️ Whether you’re building, serving, or innovating—your efforts matter. Our team is grateful to work alongside so many incredi

Windows 10 reaches its end of life NEXT MONTH. If your business still isn’t prepared, you must start planning. Now. Here’s what you need to consider…

🧠 Pop quiz: Do you know which version of Windows your team is using right now? Need your answer in 5… 4… 3… 2... 1… TIME’S UP 😃 If you hesitated, read on. A recent survey found that a surprising number of people have no idea what version of Windows they’re using.

😐 Have you recently tried logging into your Windows laptop using face unlock in the dark… and it didn’t work? You’re not imagining it. And it’s not a bug. Microsoft quietly made a change to Windows Hello that means face unlock no longer works in low-light settings. It

PowerPoint presentations still hold a firm place in many business meetings. But, let’s be honest, they’re a real pain to create. Right? Microsoft’s got a solution. And it’s ready to use now. If you regularly use PowerPoint, you’ll love this…

A data breach doesn’t just cost money. It damages trust and disrupts business. Plus, it can take months to detect. The risks are growing. Fast. With more data in the cloud and more chances for human error, no business is immune. Think it won’t happen to you? Think again.

⏳ Tick tock. The clock is ticking for Windows 10. Support officially ends on October 14. The good news is… businesses are finally starting to move. Hooray! According to new industry data, desktop PC shipments to businesses jumped 22% year on year this spring. That’s

💻 Getting a new computer? The setup process might finally stop being such a pain 🙌 Microsoft’s working on something that could make a big difference the next time you upgrade your PC. Especially if you’ve ever dreaded the hassle of transferring files, settings, apps, and

👀 Have you ever wished your computer could watch what you’re doing and offer helpful tips in real time? Well now it can… sort of. Microsoft has rolled out new features for Copilot Vision. If you haven’t tried it yet, it’s worth a look. Especially if you ever find yourself

Maybe you can relate to this? When I open Outlook I see thousands of emails sitting there 😅 To be fair, they’re all read. But I have a habit of never deleting anything. Important emails? “Better save that, just in case.” Not-so-important ones? “Eh, I’ll deal with it lat

Old staff. Forgotten logins. Hidden risks. When someone leaves your business, do you know EXACTLY what access they still have? Many companies don’t. And it’s leaving the door wide open for security breaches. Here’s the danger of overlooked accounts. And what you can do t

Still relying on your memory (or sticky notes) for business passwords? That’s risky. Weak or reused passwords are one of the easiest ways for hackers to break in. There’s a better way. Our latest video reveals a tool that’s a must-have for every business. And how it kee

Imagine your spellcheck could suggest ideas instead of just catching typos. That’s the direction Microsoft is heading with Copilot. And I think it could make a real difference for businesses like yours 💡 If you haven’t explored Microsoft 365 Copilot yet, it’s like having a

You know that feeling that someone’s looking over your shoulder? When you’re working, it’s not just creepy. It’s a security issue. But Microsoft’s working on a very cool feature in Windows 11 that will stop people snooping at your work. Here’s what we know so far…