24x7 I.T. Solutions, Inc.

Does slow internet have you remembering the dial-up days? 😴

If you’re sick of calling your internet provider just to be put on hold or not have the problem properly fixed and want a single provider who can manage your computers, your network, and your internet connection so that things ‘just work,’ we are here to help!

We know that nothing is more frustrating than having to deal with one company for internet issues and another for computer or network support, and not getting any help with either.

We’d like to offer the peace of mind you deserve. Click here to learn more about how you can get a custom solution without the hassle - https://smpl.is/9dre0

Just your quick reminder when you update your passwords, do it correctly!

This is easy to do and a great front-line defense against cybercriminals.

📣BONUS Tip - If remembering all of them is difficult, get a password manager! There are great tools available to help.

Thank you for the awesome review! We appreciate your business and enjoy working with you.

Business owners - if you are in any need of IT support, do not hesitate to contact our team! We are ready to help you, too.

⚡️Fun Fact: You know that you can search for SPECIFIC content on SPECIFIC sites!

For example, if you know you like a lasagna recipe from your favorite Food Network chef but didn’t bookmark it, you can use this hack to search the site to narrow down your search.

Here’s how:
Go to Google and in the search box, type “site:” with no space after it, followed by the website that you want to search, a space, and then the term you’re looking for.

👉🏻 Example:
site:nameofcompany.com cybersecurity

Try it out!

Excellence is a habit!

Keep striving to be better than the day before.

Have a great week!

These numbers look extreme, but they are true and come straight from the 2024 IBM Security report.

These are country averages, so it includes businesses of all sizes. Everyone who collects money is a target.

What are YOU doing to make sure you and your business don’t become part of this statistic?

We know you care about your business and your employees, which is why it’s critical to make sure they have the training they need so that your business isn’t put at risk.

(Because, unfortunately, most security breaches are caused by employee activity!)

With regular cybersecurity training, you can keep good cyber habits top of mind and ensure that all employees know how to spot an attack and what to do if something goes wrong.

Not sure if your organization is protected? We’ll let you know for free -
www.24x7IT.com/CyberAssessment

As a small business owner, finding ways to maximize productivity will give you an edge of your competitors.

Two must-have tools we recommend are project management software and time-tracking software.

With project management software you can log everything you do so that projects are always on time.
You’ll also be able to see what you can automate to take work off of your employees’ plates and make your processes more efficient.

With time-tracking software, you’ll be able to measure how long each task takes to complete so that you can make sure your employees are efficient and projects are profitable.

Do any of these issues sound familiar with your current IT team?

👉🏻Do they take forever to call you back and respond to your requests?

👉🏻Are you paying them good money to keep things working but are STILL having constant problems, slowness, and other recurring issues?

👉🏻Are you worried they aren’t backing up and securing your network?

👉🏻Does your head hurt from having to deal with the hassle?

It might be time to switch providers.

Start with your FREE Network Assessment where we’ll tell you if your data and computer network are properly backed up and secured, but also if there is anything you need to do now to prevent a major network outage, data loss, hacker attack, or other expensive, data-erasing disaster.

Book here - www.24x7IT.com/it-systems-assessment/

Malicious cookies! Not delicious. Those are different.

Have a great weekend!

Don’t fall into this common trap! 😱

You’re not “too small!” Small to mid-size businesses are the perfect size because hackers know that many business owners have this mindset and are easy wins because they don’t have the proper security measures in place.

🚨Don’t let your business be in the next breach headline!

Get your FREE Network Assessment to find out if hackers are eyeing up your business - www.24x7IT.com/it-systems-assessment/

The cybersecurity landscape is rapidly changing due to zero trust security. It departs from conventional security paradigms centered around the perimeter. This method continually verifies each connection attempt before allowing access to resources. There are some noteworthy security benefits to this method. However, the process of transitioning has a number of possible hazards. Experiencing these could undermine an organization's cybersecurity endeavors.

Learn more about these common roadblocks and the guidance on navigating a successful Zero Trust security adoption journey- https://smpl.is/9drd9

Anti-virus and firewalls are not one-and-done solutions. They expire! Make sure that yours are up to date.

Rather just have the experts do it for you? Drop us a line and let us know how we can help - https://smpl.is/9drcs

When it comes to cybersecurity defense, there isn’t ONE piece of software or tool that will eliminate all of your risk.

True security requires a layered approach including training for your employees.

Not sure where to start? We can do a Cybersecurity Assessment to let you know what you need. Get yours here - www.24x7IT.com/CyberAssessment

The actions of cybercriminals are not the ONLY reason you could lose your data.

There’s also human error, natural disasters, and more.

👉🏻 For example - Have you ever typed up a report or article in a Word document, forgot to save, and lost the entire thing?

How would you feel if that happened to your entire business? 😤

Don’t risk it. Make sure you have automatic backups happening 24/7!

If you need help, get in touch here - https://smpl.is/9aqcq

Did you know the internet is made up of layers?

Most of what you’ll use is on the top two layers.

But there is a bottom layer called the dark web where hackers like to hang out.

This shady part of the internet makes up 96% of all data on the web and is where a lot of illegal activity happens.

If your information (think financial data, social security number, passwords, etc.) ends up down there, it can be purchased by other users to use however they want. 😱

Be smart and protect your data!

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Thank you for the kind words.

We appreciate your business and always enjoy working with you and your team!

If you are in any need of IT support, do not hesitate to contact us. We are ready to help!

Pop Quiz - Do your employees know what to do if there is a data breach?

Most people have no idea what to do or where to start and end up making critical mistakes (like shutting off their computer) that can cause more damage.

👉🏻 Work with your IT department to create an incident response plan and then be sure to review it regularly with your employees.

Don’t have an IT team? We can help. https://smpl.is/9aqco

Q3 of 2023 saw a RECORD amount of phishing attacks and it seems there is no sign of slowing down. 🤯

As business owners, we have to be proactive and educate ourselves and our employees about these risks.

👉🏻 82% of data breaches involve a human element and yet…

Only 1 in 5 organizations deliver cybersecurity awareness training…AND they typically only do it once a year!

Your employees can’t keep your company and data safe if they don’t know how. If you need help with cybersecurity awareness training in your organization, let us know what questions you have!

We cannot stress this one enough - ENCRYPT everything.

Encrypt your emails, files, messages, transactions… all of it.

By encrypting your data, you’ll drastically reduce the likelihood of data theft.

Need help? Send us a message or reach out at https://smpl.is/9aqax

It’s difficult to be productive at work when your computer constantly notifies you that it’s running out of juice. Here are 5 tips to preserve your battery life:

🔋Never let your battery completely drain.

🔋Don’t expose your battery to extremely high or low temperatures.

🔋Reduce the number of applications running to the ones you’re currently using instead of letting them run in the background

🔋Turn off WiFi and Bluetooth when not in use (i.e. typing something in Microsoft Word that doesn’t require the internet)

🔋Use low battery mode to reduce energy usage to increase battery life

Any other tips that you would add to this list? Let us know in the comments.

Businesses must handle massive volumes of data. in addition to reacting swiftly and efficiently to situations. It's difficult to maintain an organization's security posture. Microsoft Security Copilot can help with that. A security solution driven by generative AI is Microsoft Security Copilot. It offers customized insights to enable your team to protect your network..

In this article, we will explain what Microsoft Security Copilot is. We’ll explore its benefits and whether it’s the right choice to enhance your digital defenses- https://smpl.is/9aqar

Most people don’t know that their smartphones can contain malware and they likely won’t notice until there is an issue!

Get protection for all of your devices, computers, phones, tablets, etc.

👉🏻AND always make sure your computer has the proper security systems in place BEFORE you plug anything (like your phone or a USB) in!

Keep your eyes open for opportunity.

You never know if something small could create a big impact unless you just go for it.

Have a great week!

Work stress can creep up at anytime but there are ways to mitigate it before you become overwhelmed.

Here are 5 tips to help reduce stress at work.

1. Take a lunchtime walk
2. Try 4x4 Breathing (breathe in for 4 counts, out for 4 counts)
3. Utilize checklists – get thoughts, ideas, to-do’s out of your head and onto paper
4. Play relaxing music
5. Step outside, even if it’s just for a few minutes

What else would you add to this list?

Are you running low on resources to manage your IT needs in-house?

Maybe you need an expert in a particular area but don’t have the budget to bring in a specialist.

Or maybe you’re onboarding a new system that has your in-house IT team swamped and need help supporting them.

Whatever it is, we can be your offsite IT department and help you get it all done! When you outsource some of your IT responsibilities, you can get a team of experts for less than what it costs to bring in one full-time specialist.

Send us a message to find out whether outsourcing or our co-managed IT program is right for you!

Thank you for this awesome review!

We appreciate your business and enjoy working with you.

Business Owners - If you are in any need of IT support, do not hesitate to contact our team! We would be happy to help.

Have you tried using “pass phrases” instead of regular passwords?

They are often easier to remember and harder for cybercriminals to crack!

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PSA - All smart devices are vulnerable to hackers.

We use our phones for nearly everything including banking, purchasing items online, running businesses, communicating with family, and more.

That’s precious data that you don’t want to fall into the wrong hands.

If you have ANY smart device - protect it.