by Third Octet | Nov 14, 2023 | Cybersecurity Awareness, Managed IT, Microsoft, Microsoft 365, Security
Survive or thrive? For SMB leaders, the choice is clear. Harness the insights from Microsoft’s Digital Defense Report to transform cybersecurity challenges into growth opportunities. Microsoft has released their Digital Defense Report, a critical resource for...
by Matthew Metelsky | Nov 7, 2023 | Articles/Tips, Cybersecurity Awareness, Security
Imagine waking up to find your business data encrypted and a ransom note on your screen. This is the reality for many SMBs facing ransomware attacks. In February 2023, Indigo, one of Canada’s leading retailers, faced a significant ransomware attack. This cyber...
by Matthew Metelsky | Oct 31, 2023 | Articles/Tips, Cybersecurity Awareness, Microsoft, Security
Recently, a dialogue with a customer regarding password reset policies unfolded into a broader discussion. They were keen on enforcing frequent password resets to bolster security, a common practice many adhere to. We shared our perspective on why this approach might...
by Matthew Metelsky | Oct 8, 2021 | Articles/Tips, Security, Thought Leadership
It’s not just you, it’s all of us. Last week, we primed you with a brief synopsis of the history of Cybersecurity Awareness Month, and also shared a few tips on Twitter, @thirdoctet. This week, our aim is to illustrate that the most dangerous threat...
by Matthew Metelsky | Jul 27, 2021 | Articles/Tips, Security, Thought Leadership
Mitigating cybercrime with managed IT services You don’t have to be an experienced technology buyer or IT specialist to notice that cybersecurity incidents and IT security concerns are on the rise—both in number and severity. A huge ransomware attack on Miami-based...
by Matthew Metelsky | Mar 2, 2021 | Articles/Tips, Digital Workspaces, Modern Endpoints, Partners, Security, Thought Leadership, Videos
An all-in-one thin client made possible with Lenovo and IGEL. IGEL provides the next-gen edge OS for cloud workspaces. The company’s world-leading software products include IGEL OS™, IGEL UD Pocket™ (UDP) and IGEL Universal Management Suite™ (UMS). These solutions...
