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Plain-English advice on keeping your technology secure, fast, and out of your way, written for owners in South Orange County.

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Backup

A plain-English guide to backing up your business data

A plain-English guide to backing up your business data: what to protect, the 3-2-1 rule, common mistakes, and how to keep your small business safe.

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Email & Microsoft 365

Microsoft 365 vs Google Workspace: which is right for your business?

Microsoft 365 vs Google Workspace for small business, explained in plain English. Compare email, apps, cost, and which fits your team.

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Security

How to spot a phishing email before it costs you

Learn how to spot a phishing email before it costs your small business. Simple, plain-English warning signs and what to do when one lands.

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Security

How small businesses can protect themselves from ransomware

Ransomware can lock a small business out of its own files. Here are plain-English steps to protect your data, your staff, and your peace of mind.

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IT tips

Seven signs your small business has outgrown DIY IT

Wondering when to hire IT support? Here are seven clear signs your small business has outgrown DIY tech, plus how to know it is time for help.

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IT tips

A simple IT checklist for South Orange County small businesses

Ten things every small business should have in place to keep its technology secure, reliable, and out of the way. A plain-English checklist you can run through today.

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IT tips

What is managed IT, and does your small business need it?

Managed IT means a team that runs and protects your business tech for a flat monthly cost. Here is what that includes and how to know if you need it.

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Security

Multi-factor authentication: the cheapest security win you are probably missing

Multi-factor authentication is the cheapest way for a small business to stop most account takeovers. Here is what it is and how to start.

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Email & Microsoft 365

Small business email landing in spam? Here is how to fix it

If your business email keeps going to customers' spam folders, the cause is usually missing email authentication. Here is what SPF, DKIM, and DMARC do and how to set them up.

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Networks

Why your office Wi-Fi keeps dropping, and how to actually fix it

Slow or dropping Wi-Fi is one of the most common IT complaints we hear from small businesses. Here is what causes it and how to fix it for good.

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