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Windows 10 End of Life: How to Safeguard Your System Before Support Ends

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The clock is ticking for Windows 10. With Microsoft’s announcement of Windows 10’s end-of-life (EOL) in October 2025, banks and financial institutions have been given a clear deadline to prepare for significant changes. But what does this mean for your bank, and how should you be preparing to ensure a smooth transition? What Does EOL […]

Microsoft 365 Security for Banks: What You Need to Know to Stay Protected

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Thinking about using Microsoft 365 to keep your data locked away from cybercriminals? With over one million Office 365 users in the US alone, it seems like a great option for any organization looking to secure their data. However, for banks and financial institutions in particular, there are some important considerations to keep in mind […]

Microsoft is Annoying

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Microsoft has recently made a couple of announcements … and we are not amused. First, they started enforcing a multi-factor authentication (MFA) requirement to access Microsoft 365, with just a few days warning to consumers. We wholeheartedly support the use of MFA but are disappointed in how Microsoft rolled out this change. Secondly, as announced […]

Windows 11 vs Windows 10: Should You Make the Switch?

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Windows 11 is here and while it may seem like an enticing upgrade, it is important to consider whether or not your business should make the switch. The new Windows operating system has many similarities to Windows 10 but there have also been some significant changes with this release that could impact your workflow. Here […]

Should You Upgrade To Windows 11?

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In a word … no. Jumping the gun on upgrading could prove troublesome for banks. The Windows Operating System (OS) seems like it has been with us forever.  Every time a new version comes out there is always a rush to upgrade.  But new system releases are frequently filled with bugs … and Windows 11 […]

Upcoming Windows updates and services in 2021

Microsoft is set to release major improvements for Windows 10 in 2021, along with new services designed to enhance performance, accessibility, and user experience. Let’s take a look at what these changes are and what they mean for Windows users. What’s new on Windows 10? Microsoft tends to release major updates followed by several smaller […]

7 Tips on customizing your Windows 10 PC

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Getting tired of looking at the same old interface of your Windows PC? That’s not a problem with Windows 10. Here are some of the many ways you can customize your PC and make it a better fit for your work or leisure needs. Change your themes The most notable way to personalize Windows 10 […]

How to prevent data loss in Microsoft 365

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Did you know that Microsoft 365 does NOT guarantee against data loss? In fact, their Services Agreement recommends backing up with a third-party app. Section 6b says, “you may not be able to retrieve your content or data that you’ve stored.” Fortunately, there are several things you can do to keep your data safe. Backup […]

The latest Windows 10 updates you need to know

Microsoft will roll out the latest Windows 10 update for free before the end of May 2020. Expect improvements to the operating system’s overall look and feel, thanks to some design refreshes and functionality enhancements. The Windows 10 update will roll out on May 26–28, 2020 and will bring about a fresher look for the […]

How to avoid issues caused by Windows 10’s April update

One of the most consistent issues with Windows 10 has been how updates are rolled out to users. Usually, the biggest problem is that updates slow computers’ performance to a crawl. Sometimes they cause computers to crash. But this time, updates are causing files to disappear. What are the issues? The April Windows 10 update […]