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How to Create a Windows 365 Cloud PC

Posted on May 17th, 2021 in Azure, Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD), Cloud Computing, IT Best Practices, Microsoft Azure, Small Business, Virtualization, Windows Cloud PC, Windows Virtual Desktop (WVD), Work from Home

Let’s get this out of the way, first: If you don’t consider yourself particularly tech savvy, you should probably call for tech help before deploying Windows 365 Cloud PCs. For all of the simplicity of running Windows 365 Cloud PC from the user side, the reality is that, from the admin side, getting set up is a fairly technical process….(read more).

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The Windows 365 Cloud PC Setup Process (for Users)

Posted on May 17th, 2021 in Azure, Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD), Cloud Computing, IT Best Practices, Windows Cloud PC, Windows Virtual Desktop (WVD)

Windows 365 Cloud PC is awesome technology for remote work. It standardizes apps and computing experiences across devices. It’s very scalable. It’s remarkably efficient. It’s highly secure. But none of that matters if you don’t actually know how to set it up and use it. Don’t worry – in this article, we’ll cover how your users can set up Windows…(read more).

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How SMBs Can Use Windows 365 Cloud PCs

Posted on April 16th, 2021 in Azure, Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD), Business Continuity, Cloud Computing, IT Best Practices, Microsoft Azure, New Jersey, New York City (NYC), Virtualization, Windows Cloud PC, Windows Virtual Desktop (WVD), Work from Home

If you run a small-to-mid-sized business, you’ve inevitably had to adopt remote work protocols over the past year. Congratulations on making it this far! Now, a quick question: How has it been? Has your business thrived with your employees out of the office? Have there been unforeseen challenges in going remote? Do you have a plan to improve your platforms…(read more).

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Are Windows 365 Cloud PCs Secure?

Posted on April 7th, 2021 in Azure, Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD), Cybersecurity, IT Best Practices, IT Security, Microsoft Azure, Virtualization, Windows Cloud PC, Windows Virtual Desktop (WVD)

Imagine that your employee’s personal computer has been hacked. They only ever used one password for personal accounts, and one of the online stores they shop at has been breached. Their password was made public on the dark web, and cybercriminals have used it to hack into their laptop. Now, imagine that your employee is using their personal computer for…(read more).

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Restrict WAN access to a Sonicwall management interface

Posted on September 22nd, 2020 in Firewall-as-a-Service, IT Best Practices, IT Security, Sort of Technical, Troubleshooting

Securing administrative access to your Sonicwall from the WAN There are several reasons you may want to enable remote management on the public-facing (WAN) interface of a Sonicwall firewall: Remote assistance is needed with the initial configuration Virtual Private Networking (VPN) has not yet been configured You require temporary remote polling or administration For security reasons, you should constrain this…(read more).

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When Upgrading Your Laptop Hard Drive, Choose NVMe If You Can

Posted on June 15th, 2020 in IT Best Practices

Storage is one of the most important factors that laptop users take into consideration when purchasing a laptop. Although many laptop manufacturers and retailers advertise some features to entice you to buy a new laptop, most laptops have had the same operating power (CPU, GPU, etc.). What differentiates many laptops is their hard drive because it dictates storage capacity. Upgrading…(read more).

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The Small Business Owner’s Guide to Preventing Data Loss and Theft in 2018

Posted on December 8th, 2017 in Cybersecurity, IT Best Practices, IT Security, Small Business

Did you know that 50% of all cyber attacks carried out today target small businesses? In fact, CNBC reported in April 2017 that 14 million businesses had been attacked in the last year alone. Your business could be next. But it doesn’t have to be! The truth is that there are steps every small business owner can take to protect…(read more).

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Email Security: A Growing Cybersecurity Concern

Posted on December 6th, 2017 in IT Best Practices

Today’s businesses need to worry about cybersecurity more than ever before. With threats at all angles, it’s essential that your business has Ban updated IT setup and the latest security software. Of all the points of entry, email might be one of the most vulnerable. The simple nature of email has made it a trusted communication method, but it is…(read more).

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Relocating Your Office? What To Consider For IT

Posted on December 5th, 2017 in IT Best Practices

Moving your business to a new space can be exciting, as it likely means you are growing or upgrading. But this move also means that you have plenty of organizing to do. In addition to moving desks, chairs, computers, and other equipment, your business will also have to maintain IT systems. Once you move, it’s essential that you get your…(read more).

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Your Older Firewall Makes You Vulnerable to Ransomware

Posted on April 9th, 2016 in IT Best Practices, IT Security

Many businesses have built digital fortresses around themselves in the form of firewalls, a reassuring name that suggests a high level of protection. So it’s alarming that ransomware attacks seem to be skirting this important security layer with ease, stopping businesses in their tracks and incurring hundreds or thousands in damages. One recent attack infiltrated users via Adobe Flash. In…(read more).

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