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Dangers Of LinkedIn: 4 Security Features To Use TODAY

A recent report from Check Point Research has uncovered a startling statistic: nearly half of all global phishing attacks involve impersonating LinkedIn, the business platform owned by Microsoft. Scammers often exploit LinkedIn by targeting individuals seeking new job opportunities or career changes. While...

Travel Smart: Essential Cybersecurity Practices For A Hack-Free Vacation

Summer often sees business owners and employees stepping away from the office for some well-earned vacation time. Despite setting up "out of office" email responders, many still check in on work occasionally during their travels. Unfortunately, working outside the office—whether it's a quick email check on...

Massive Layoffs In 2024 Create A Serious Threat To Your Cybersecurity

The significant wave of layoffs in 2024 has introduced a cybersecurity threat that many business owners are overlooking: the offboarding process for employees. Even well-known brands, which you'd expect to have top-tier cybersecurity measures, often fail to protect themselves adequately from insider threats....

Frustrated With BAD Tech Support? You’re Not Alone

A recent wave of Reddit comments has surfaced, highlighting a series of unsatisfactory experiences with tech support. Although I usually avoid Reddit and its community of chronic complainers, I decided to browse through a few comments for research purposes, given my involvement in the industry. Some of the...

“Savings” That Could Cost You EVERYTHING

As a business leader, you're always seeking ways to boost revenue, reduce expenses, and enhance your bottom line. Implementing AI tools, shopping services, and optimizing operational efficiency are excellent strategies to achieve these...

The Silent Danger: A Powerful Lesson For Every Business From This $1.6 Billion Ransomware Attack

In recent months, an alarming cybersecurity breach at Change Healthcare, a health care payment-processing company under the umbrella of UnitedHealth Group, has starkly highlighted a chilling reality: cyberthreats can remain undetected within our networks, poised to wreak...

How Poor Tech Support Is Slowing Down Your Business

For businesses planning to thrive in 2024 and beyond, dependable IT support is crucial. It transcends mere convenience, serving as the bedrock of operational efficiency. Yet, many businesses are shackled by lackluster IT support, plagued by unresolved issues that...

Apple Might Never Have Released the Macintosh If This Happened

When Steve Wozniak was asked what he would have done differently if he had been Apple's CEO instead of Steve Jobs, he said he would have been "a lot nicer to people," but quickly added that under his leadership, the Macintosh might never have been released. Jobs was known for being ruthless, controlling, and...

The Safest Way to Shop for Mother's Day Online

Secure Online Shopping Tips for Mother's Day Are you planning to buy gifts for the important women in your life this Mother's Day? When shopping online, it's crucial to prioritize security. The holiday season often sees an increase in cybercriminal activity, with scams designed to steal both your money and...

10 Things Great IT Providers Always Do

At Orbis Solutions, we believe that top-tier IT support is distinguished by a multitude of factors, not just pricing or flat-fee services. When clients switch to us, they often discover that the issue wasn't necessarily bad support, but rather a lack of understanding of what good support entails. In this blog,...

Cyber-Attack Takes Omni Hotels & Resorts Offline; Here's How To Travel Safely

Yet another cyber-attack has struck, this time targeting Omni Hotels & Resorts in early April. The attack caused a complete IT system shutdown and a company-wide outage. The organization swiftly responded by taking the network offline to contain the issue, safeguard data, and prevent further harm. Unfortunately,...

AT&T Attack Reveals 73 Million Customer Records Exposed On The Dark Web

AT&T, the largest telecommunications entity in the United States, recently revealed that a dataset containing details of approximately 73 million of its account holders from 2019 or earlier was found for sale on the dark web. This dataset includes sensitive information such as passcodes, Social Security numbers,...

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