Stay Safe Online: Highlights from Avast Q1/2023 Threat Report
Cyber attackers are still active, and scams have been on the rise in the past quarter. These scams aim to trick individuals into revealing personal information or financial details.
Windows Pro vs. Home: Choosing the Right Fit for Your Needs
Choosing between Windows Pro and Home editions can seem daunting, but understanding the differences is key to selecting the right one for you.
Introducing Copilot: Your Intelligent Assistant for Productivity
Have you heard the buzz about Copilot? Microsoft's latest innovation is here to revolutionize the way you work within Microsoft 365.
Beware of Online Fraud: Safeguarding Your Finances in South Africa
As our lives become increasingly digital, so do the risks. Unfortunately, online fraud is on the rise in South Africa, posing a significant threat to individuals and businesses alike.
Simplify Your IT with Microsoft 365!
We specialize in implementing Microsoft 365 for our clients, providing them with access to a comprehensive suite of applications across Windows, Mac, iOS, and Android devices.
Unlock the Power of VoIP with AcNode!
Revolutionize your business communications by embracing the future of phone systems. Say goodbye to traditional phone lines and hello to the simplicity and flexibility of VoIP.
Protecting Your Emails: What is DMARC and Why Does it Matter?
Starting in February 2024, if your company sends more than 5,000 emails through Google or Yahoo, you'll need to know about DMARC. It's a security measure required by Google and Yahoo to make sure emails are safe from impersonation and scams. But what exactly is DMARC?
Another Microsoft 365 migration done and dusted.
Acnode recently migrated one of our long standing clients, Prism consultants, from the traditional onsite server environment to a fully cloud based solution using Microsoft 365 as a solution.
We have adapted and improved the way we deliver our quotes to you.
As part of our commitment to continuously improve our service to our clients, we have adapted and improved the way we deliver our quotes to you.
Load shedding. No problem. Internet. No Problem. ICT Support. No problem. VoIP telephony. No Problem.
To curb the pains of load shedding and to ensure that our IT helpdesk is available without interruption, Acnode took the initiative several months ago to install backup power at our Head office.
Malware distribution with Adobe Acrobat Sign
Malware has been disseminated by malicious users using email for decades. Security technology has tremendously improved and changed over time, making it more difficult for hackers to carry out their mission.
Be One Step Ahead of Online Scams
Scammers can pose as big brands such as Amazon, PayPal, BestBuy and even Avast. Be on the lookout for brands that are being impersonated because they look real and money is their goal.
What is a Phishing Attack?
Phishing attacks are attempts to acquire sensitive information like usernames, passwords, and credit card details by masquerading as a trustworthy entity in an email or other communication.
Data leakage and how to prevent it
Data leakage, also known as a data breach, is dangerous, inconvenient, and extremely costly. According to IBM, the average cost of a data breach is over $4.2 million.
Are my customers happy?
The best way to improve your business is by listening. And together with listening, the lifeblood of any business is providing excellent customer service. With an online survey, you can collect information about what your customers like and dislike so that future decisions made by management will be based on their wants rather than yours!
Standardizing Your Business Computers
Should there be a process taken before you decide what to purchase for a company? Why standardize your equipment purchases? Do you need to go through your business computers software and keep them all on par?
Which processor do I need for work?
The computer's central processing unit (CPU) is the portion of the computer that retrieves and executes instructions. The CPU is known as the brain of the computer. It fetches program instructions, reads data, executes the instructions, and then writes the results over the DS bus.
Are You Looking to Buy a Laptop?
Buying a laptop is a big deal. From picking your operating system to knowing your CPU's and GPU's. Just navigating the manufacturers' websites to try buying the model you want is frustrating. While there are certainly comparable hardware and features offered with these platforms, there are some stark differences between them that are important to consider.
Windows 11 Compatibility Check
Windows 11 is now officially released; It is however still early days after the official release and we recommend only technical or brave users upgrade as there are inevitably going to be compatibility and usability issues.
5 Gadgets That Failed
The design and technology world is chock full of innovation. Unfortunately, not all ideas can stand the test of time. Perhaps there were telling signs, or perhaps the consumer just wasn't ready, but these incredible gadgets just didn't make the cut.
Basics on Cloud Backups
Storing in the cloud is a great way to protect your documents from viruses, accidents and more.
Software Patch Management
Patch management is the process of managing a network of computers by regularly performing patch deployment to keep computers up to date.
Windows 11 Free Update
Microsoft is releasing Windows 11 and it is fresh! The blue floral theme is centered around a frosted-glass effect with some overlapping panels.
The Protection of Personal Information Act ('POPIA') is effective 1 July 2021.
The Protection of Personal Information Act ('POPIA') is effective 1 July 2021. POPIA regulates how we use, store, and destroy personal information and special personal information of individuals and juristic persons.
End of Life Software
End of Life Software refers to software programs that were designed with an expiration date. With new technology being released every single day, older systems become obsolete when they can't handle ...
Guide To Safely Installing Software
It may seem like an easy task and it is, but if you are not 100% certain or you want to make sure that you have been installing software correctly then here are 5 steps to help you do it properly.
Malicious Emails
Ever seen one of these or heard about spam emails going around your office? Do you ever feel a bit uncertain on what to do when you get an email that you were not expecting?
Why Restart Your PC?
You may know friends or family members that leave their computer on for days at a time and they might claim that the surge of power when turning on the computer shortens its lifespan...
What is VOIP?
Voice Over Internet Protocol allows you to place calls over the internet. VOIP converts your voice into digital signals using your IP address to send these files back and forth over the internet therefore it does not need a custom infrastructure to do this.
Cable Management
Cable management is not only appealing to the eye, but it helps to maintain dust collection, keep work areas neat and aids in the correct wires being unplugged or found if necessary. Nobody wants to deal with the intern switching their PC off accidentally.
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