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January 26, 2024 @ 12:00am

Print Assessment

If someone were to ask you how much your organization spends on printing every year, would you know the answer? Would you know whether your employees are having a positive or negative experience with printing? Although some of you may know these answers, there are a lot of organizations that don’t ask these questions and as a result lose productivity and pay more than necessary. A print assessment is the first step in resolving these issues, which makes it an important step for organizations of any size to take.

December 14, 2023 @ 12:00am

Cyber Security Tips You May Not Have Heard Before

Cyber Security is an ever-changing landscape that requires constant monitoring and adaptation. Hackers and malicious users are always looking for new ways to gain access to your sensitive information, and some of these newer methods may be ways you’ve never considered before. Here are 8 cyber security tips to keep you and your business safe this holiday season.

November 02, 2023 @ 12:00am

Printer Security Essentials

Multifunction Printers, or MFPs, are one of many key devices in offices worldwide that provide many benefits to companies, however, they also can be major security risks if not properly protected. Cybercriminals and hackers are always on the lookout for vulnerabilities to attempt to exploit which makes it important to understand their means of attack and employ the best defense possible to reduce the risks. Below is a list of common vulnerabilities present in MFPs and best practices on how to avoid them being exploited.

October 25, 2023 @ 12:00am

Xerox Security Website

October is National Cybersecurity Awareness Month which makes it a great time to share some security tips and information. For example, did you know that Xerox has a webpage dedicated to security information for all their devices? Let’s take a look at what you can expect to see on this webpage.

October 12, 2023 @ 12:00am

Windows Laptops vs Chromebooks in school

Chromebooks have been a prominent part of many schools due to their ease of use and cost-friendliness, however, there's been a shift to Microsoft Windows devices over Chromebooks in schools lately. What's causing this shift, and why are schools choosing Windows devices over Chromebooks?

August 08, 2023 @ 12:00am

Multifunction Printer cyber security

Sharp recently announced their partnership with Bitdefender, a leader in the cybersecurity industry, which will bring cybersecurity in MFPs to a whole new level. Printers and MFPs are often overlooked when it comes to cybersecurity despite their importance, and this partnership will ensure that those devices and your network are protected.

July 10, 2023 @ 12:00am

2023 Office Furniture Trends

With more employees coming back into the office, now is the perfect time to update your office furniture and bring a fresh new look into your organization that is both sustainable and enticing to your employees. The resimercial style is still in, however it's evolved, and workers are beginning to pay more attention to their workstations and how they affect the environment and themselves.

June 13, 2023 @ 12:00am

What is EDR? Endpoint Detection and Response

With AI and machine learning at the forefront of new technologies, it was only a matter of time before it was implemented into the cybersecurity world. With traditional antivirus software falling short and an increasing need for faster reactions to malware a new solution was created – Endpoint Detection Response, or EDR. But what is EDR, and how does it work?

May 22, 2023 @ 12:00am

Final Version of Windows 10

On April 27th, 2023, Microsoft reminded us that version 22H2 of Windows 10 will be the last version of the product. Version 22H2 was released back on October 18th in 2022 and included several new feature updates to the operating system that’s been around since 2015. Although it’s not quite time to say goodbye to Windows 10, it’s important to know what this means for your home and business devices if you are running it.

May 09, 2023 @ 12:00am

Why Use Eco-Friendly To-Go Containers

The to-go food industry has steadily grown over the last few years, and it’s likely not going to decrease any time soon. This is partially due to the coronavirus pandemic in 2020, where the restaurant industry had to find creative ways to stay afloat during lockdowns and quarantines. In many cases, this meant that no contact delivery, curbside pickup or just pickup in general was the primary source of business for them, and people got used to it. However, people are also growing more aware of what they consume, and the impact that it has on the environment and sustainability, and now states are beginning to ban the use of Styrofoam and plastic food containers, meaning restaurants are required to find alternatives and adapt.

April 24, 2023 @ 12:00am

Anti-Spam Software and Password Protection

Spam mail has been around forever, but with the digital world constantly evolving and growing it seems like there is more of it than ever. Aside from being an unwanted annoyance, spam mail has the potential to be dangerous and cause issues. The main issues that can arise from spam mail are social engineering and malware, which both can be detrimental to your organization.

March 20, 2023 @ 12:00am

What is Malware

Understanding how malware works and what vulnerabilities it attempts to manipulate is an important part of cyber security. We asked our Director of IT to shed some light on what malware is, and how organizations can defend against it.

January 11, 2023 @ 12:00am

Xerox® Test Grading App

With the Remark test grading app on your Xerox ConnectKey® Technology-enabled multifunction printer, grading bubble tests is as easy as a scan. Spend less time grading and more time teaching.