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Windows 7 End of Life is January 14th, 2020
On January 14, 2020, Windows 7 will reach end-of-life (EOL) and will no longer be supported by Microsoft. If you haven’t started mapping out your migration to Windows 10, it’s time to act. Once a product reaches its end-of-life, no new features or fixes are released...
The Newest Malware – Fake Windows 10 Update
Great Lakes Computer is always on top of the latest cyber attacks and there's a new one to beware of - the fake Windows 10 update. Portrayed as a critical update, this ransomware will install an executable .NET file that will infect your computer and request that you...
The Zero Trust Model for SMB IT Security
Protecting your business from cyberattacks is something to take seriously—especially for small businesses. With the speed of their growth and their often-limited budgets, small companies often have to prioritize items and sometimes, having a strong cybersecurity...
Office Space: Modern Trends in Workplace Layout
There are many decisions to be made when running a business - branding, staffing, marketing and operations are all important. But you need a place to operate and you want to choose the office arrangement that best fits your requirements. Will you lease a traditional...
The Dark Web: What is it and why should you care?
When you hear about the Dark Web, you may think the very idea is based on fiction, innuendo and fear-mongering. After all, how could it be so bad? It's as though the boogeyman joined forces with the worst cyber stalker and decided to let loose their evil machinations...
Break Fix or Managed Services – Which makes sense for you?
If you run a business, you probably use some variation of IT hardware to do it. To keep that equipment running smoothly, you'll run across the need for maintenance, which can come in a couple forms. Managed IT Service contracts are proactive and include ongoing...
Small Businesses Looking for Security Use Managed Services
Robust security is no longer a "luxury" that only enterprises can afford. Small businesses are at greater risk for both their limited security resources as well as their reputation for being lax in valuing strong defenses. It's a critical weakness that cyber criminals...
Learn How to Prevent Phishing by Spotting It [An Infographic]
It's time to get serious about thwarting phishing attempts. While these attacks are increasing in frequency, we can decrease their success rate with just an ounce of prevention. It doesn't matter how new the approach is, the trick is the same. It's all about...
Are Managed IT Services Right for You?
Technology plays a central role in business, making it a key component of almost every company. Staying on top of your business’s IT game can be a real challenge, as the technological environment is always changing. Overwhelmed with choices and a lack of expertise,...
10 Questions Law Firms Should Ask Their MSP
Managed IT services for law firms has evolved from its early days of providing offshore support services, data center space and outsourced IT hardware. The strategy of managed IT services has now emerged as a valuable approach for law firms who choose to partner with...