File Sharing 101 and How to help eliminate risk
In this day and age computers and tech as a whole are capable of storing all types of files, including documents, songs, videos, and full applications. When you move one or more files from your device to another device or remote location, you are partaking in file sharing. What Are The Pros and Cons of […]
Why you should use Microsoft Outlook on your mobile device
In this day and age you will rarely see people using one device to access their email and messages. Most business employees and department heads will most likely have an email app on your phone for managing your inbox on-the-go. Microsoft Outlook can be helpful and extremely useful in a variety of ways, especially on […]
2021 Hardware Shortages & Delays: What to expect?
As we look into the future it’s becoming more apparent that we will see more delays in the tech industry, starting with hardware. We know you’ve heard us speak about the ongoing hardware shortage – which now looks like it will be delayed even more to 2022. COVID-19 triggered a huge blow up of the remote […]
Lost or Stolen Laptop? Here’s What You Need to Do Immediately
1. Make Sure it Was Actually Stolen. If you’ve ever been around a child who has lost their crayon, you know how silly it can be to assume that any missing item means you were a victim of theft. Don’t automatically assume your laptop is stolen. Retrace your steps to where you last recall using […]
The Difference Between Malware VS Ransomware
Many businesses ask our techs what the difference is between malware and ransomware. Here are a few things that differentiate the two. First question, what is the definition of malware and ransomware? Malware is a computer virus designed to replicate and copy itself from file to file or program to program. Ransomware is a sub-type […]
A security hack doesn’t have to mean the end of your company
A security hack doesn’t have to mean the end of your companyStatistics are showing that each year over 50% of small firms are victims of a cyber attack or data breach. Why does this matter? Most smaller firms have not prepared business continuity plans to keep their IT infrastructure going in the event of an […]
Don’t steal… It isn’t nice and makes you vulnerable to security hacks
Don’t steal… It isn’t nice and makes you vulnerable to security hacksDon’t steal. It isn’t nice. And… it make you extremely vulnerable you security hacks if you “steal” software packages. Smaller firms often will use unlicensed software packages to save money. This is especially true if they only need a program for a specific task. […]
Protek Can Help With Your Office 365 Migration
Protek is a local IT Support company that can help you migrate to Office 365.We are a certified Microsoft partner with years of experience helping our clients manage and service their Microsoft products and have helped the majority of our clients make the move to Microsoft Office 365. Whether you are using your product at […]
