Multi-Factor Authentication for Small Business: What to Turn On First
MFA blocks most account takeovers. Which accounts to protect first, which methods are safest, and how to roll it out without frustrating your team.
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IT advice for small businesses, in plain English
Practical guides from our team on security, backups, Microsoft 365, costs and the everyday IT decisions small business owners in BC have to make.
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Small Business Backup: The 3-2-1 Rule Explained
What the 3-2-1 backup rule means, why cloud sync isn't a backup, how to protect backups from ransomware, plus a checklist to test your own backups.
BC Privacy Law (PIPA) and Your IT: A Practical Checklist
What BC's Personal Information Protection Act means for your business IT, in plain English, with a practical checklist of security safeguards.
How Much Do Managed IT Services Cost for a Small Business in BC?
What affects the price of managed IT support in BC, how pricing models compare, what should be included and how to tell if it's worth it.
Microsoft 365 vs Google Workspace: Which Is Better for a Small Business?
An honest comparison of Microsoft 365 and Google Workspace for small businesses, covering apps, collaboration, security, cost, migration and how to choose.
8 Signs Your Business Has Outgrown Break-Fix IT Support
Break-fix IT works for a while, then starts costing more than it saves. Eight signs it's time to move to managed IT, and how to switch smoothly.
How to Spot and Stop Phishing Emails in a Small Office
Warning signs of phishing emails, the scams small businesses see most, what to do if someone clicks, and the protections that stop phishing early.
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