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A guide to the latest Microsoft 365 licensing cost adjustments

Microsoft 365 is getting a price increase. Announced in December 2025 and effective July 1, 2026, the update affects a broad range of commercial, nonprofit, and government subscriptions, from Business Basic to Enterprise E5. It also introduces changes to the features includes in some plans. If your organization relies on Microsoft 365 for email, productivity,… Continue reading A guide to the latest Microsoft 365 licensing cost adjustments

Understanding the latest Microsoft 365 pricing changes

In December 2025, Microsoft announced that pricing for a wide range of Microsoft 365 commercial plans would increase on July 1, 2026. The update is broad — covering Enterprise, Business, Frontline, and Government tiers — and comes paired with a packaging update that bundles additional capabilities into existing plans. Here’s a breakdown of what changed,… Continue reading Understanding the latest Microsoft 365 pricing changes

Microsoft 365 pricing changes: What you need to know

If your organization hasn’t reviewed its Microsoft 365 subscription recently, now is a good time to start. As of July 1, 2026, Microsoft has updated pricing across its commercial, nonprofit, and government plans, with increases ranging from 5% to as much as 43% depending on the tier. The changes come alongside a packaging update that… Continue reading Microsoft 365 pricing changes: What you need to know

How to stay safe from Spectre & Meltdown

Like many security flaws, the Spectre and Meltdown bugs can leak critical data from computers and mobile devices for hackers to exploit. What makes them unique is the vast number of PCs, laptops, tablets, and smartphones they affect. But if you use an Apple device, there are fixes that can help you temporarily protect against… Continue reading How to stay safe from Spectre & Meltdown

Spectre & Meltdown safety for Apple devices

Undoubtedly, 2018’s first set of truly bad news involves reports about the Spectre and Meltdown bugs, fundamental flaws in computer processors that can leak highly sensitive data. Researchers say they affect a majority of modern computers, and chances are your business’s devices are also affected. Luckily for Mac, iPhone and iPad users, there are ways… Continue reading Spectre & Meltdown safety for Apple devices

Spectre & Meltdown: how to protect yourself

Spectre and Meltdown are critical security flaws that affect a majority of computers today, including the one you’re using to read this. They can leak your passwords and other sensitive data, which is why software companies are working on security patches. The good news for Apple users is that fixes are now available to keep… Continue reading Spectre & Meltdown: how to protect yourself

Tips to protect your smartphone

Cyber criminals will always be eyeing your data regardless of where it’s stored. That means even your trusty Android phone or iPhone isn’t safe. In fact, it may be more exposed to security risks than you think. These tips can help increase your mobile’s security. Set a strong password Whether your device requires a 4-set… Continue reading Tips to protect your smartphone

Steps to safeguard your mobile devices

Mobile phones are just as prone to cyber attacks as desktop PCs, and cyber scammers are relying on unsecured devices to carry out their deeds. If you haven’t implemented a cyber security guideline for your company’s mobile devices, you can start by following these easy steps. Set a strong password Whether your device requires a… Continue reading Steps to safeguard your mobile devices

Strengthen your smartphone’s security

Hackers aren’t just trying to crack your desktop computers’ passwords, but also your mobile phones’. With cyber criminality running rampant nowadays, it’s become more critical to ensure the safety of all your devices. Let these security tips be your guide. Set a strong password Whether your device requires a 4-set or 6-set numerical PIN, a… Continue reading Strengthen your smartphone’s security

Phishing alert: scammers now use encryption

When you visit an encrypted website, the connection between the source of the web page and your browser is secure. Encryption ensures users’ browsing habits are safe from hackers’ prying eyes, but phishing scammers have found a way to adopt it for their own schemes. How hackers use encryption to carry out phishing scams According… Continue reading Phishing alert: scammers now use encryption