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Office 365 hacking: What you need to know

There really is an app for almost everything — including one that cybercriminals use to hack into businesses’ systems. Cyberattacks have become so advanced that they are now aided by an app, like this one that poses serious threats to Office 365 users. If you’re using Office 365, here’s what you need to know. A… Continue reading Office 365 hacking: What you need to know

Changes in Windows 10 update process

Windows 10 users receive regular security and feature updates for the operating system. But when such patches coincide with driver updates from Microsoft’s hardware partners, Windows 10 experiences compatibility problems. Here’s how Microsoft is addressing the issue. First, let’s distinguish between driver updates and operating system (OS) updates: Driver updates – A driver is software… Continue reading Changes in Windows 10 update process

Microsoft changes how it updates Windows 10

Before, whenever Microsoft’s hardware partners released updates on their drivers, those updates caused multiple problems for Windows 10 users. To resolve that, Microsoft revised the way it updates Windows 10. First, let’s distinguish between driver updates and operating system (OS) updates: Driver updates – A driver is software that allows your computer’s OS to communicate… Continue reading Microsoft changes how it updates Windows 10

Get more from Android devices with the right accessory

Android devices are known for their versatility, a quality that’s made possible not just by the sheer variety of applications they support, but also by the many accessories you can use with them. Knowing what these accessories are and how you can connect them will help you get more out of your Android device. USB… Continue reading Get more from Android devices with the right accessory

What accessories can you connect to Android devices?

How do you make your Android device much more fun? Turn it into a gaming console, of course, complete with an Xbox-style controller! Indeed, there are so many ways to transform your Android device, thanks to the wide variety of accessories it supports. USB keyboards, mice, and gamepads Android phones and tablets don’t usually have… Continue reading What accessories can you connect to Android devices?

What you need to know about Android accessories

Did you know that you can connect a mouse to your Android tablet and use it as you normally would on a desktop computer? A mouse is just one of the many accessories supported by many types of Android devices. Depending on which accessory you use, you can make your device easier or much more… Continue reading What you need to know about Android accessories

Keyboard shortcuts Mac users need to know

Some Mac users have been using their devices for years without learning many of the most useful keyboard shortcuts. That’s fine, but knowing these shortcuts would definitely make life much easier. Here are some of the most useful ones you should learn now. Minimizing (or “Docking”) the front app window: Command + M Use this… Continue reading Keyboard shortcuts Mac users need to know

The best Mac keyboard shortcuts

While many users are tech-savvy, there are some who don’t utilize useful keyboard shortcuts on their devices. These shortcuts can greatly enhance your productivity and save you a lot of time. Besides making you more efficient, using them can actually reduce wrist strain. Use these nifty Mac shortcuts to get you up to speed in… Continue reading The best Mac keyboard shortcuts

Helpful Mac keyboard shortcuts you should be using

Pointing and clicking with a mouse is great. There are times, however, where using the mouse to perform simple tasks interrupts productivity and slows you down. Try these helpful Mac keyboard shortcuts to help you work more efficiently. Minimizing (or “Docking”) the front app window: Command + M Use this combination when you have several… Continue reading Helpful Mac keyboard shortcuts you should be using

How to set up secure guest Wi-Fi

Today, Wi-Fi isn’t only crucial for your employees to get work done; it’s also a necessary amenity for your office guests. But there’s a right way and a wrong way to set up guest Wi-Fi, and the latter can result in a frustrating experience for you and your users. So, how do you set up… Continue reading How to set up secure guest Wi-Fi