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Byron Martin: Sep 16, 2025
Hackers are already using AI to scale phishing, mimic your leadership’s voice, and guess passwords with alarming accuracy. Believing the old myths gives them the advantage. Let’s bust the biggest misconceptions before they put your business at risk.
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Byron Martin: Sep 8, 2025
Microsoft has set an official deadline: October 14, 2025, marks the end of Windows 10 support. After this date, the operating system will no longer...
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Byron Martin: Aug 27, 2025
When choosing a business continuity and disaster recovery (BCDR) solution, many small and mid-sized businesses (SMBs) see quotes for Veeam that...
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Byron Martin: Aug 13, 2025
If your team works from anywhere, uses a mix of personal and company devices, and is dabbling with ChatGPT, you need to keep reading.
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Byron Martin: Jul 14, 2025
AI-driven chatbots like ChatGPT, Google Gemini, Microsoft Copilot, and DeepSeek are rapidly transforming the way small to medium-sized businesses...
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Byron Martin: Jun 9, 2025
If your nonprofit relies on Microsoft 365 Business Premium or Office 365 E1 through Microsoft’s grant program, there’s a critical change you need to...
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Byron Martin: May 21, 2025
If you run a construction company or any small business that deals with many vendors and invoices, you need to know that you’re on the radar of...
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Byron Martin: May 15, 2025
Still using Windows 10 in your business? It's time to face the facts: the clock is ticking. On October 14, 2025, Microsoft ends all support for...
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Byron Martin: May 12, 2025
Are Your Employees Putting Your Business at Risk Without Realizing It? If you run a small or medium-sized business in Washington or Oregon, you're...
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Byron Martin: May 1, 2025
In today’s world, managing passwords can feel overwhelming, especially when every website demands longer, more complicated combinations of letters,...
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Byron Martin: Apr 21, 2025
Protecting sensitive information is a year-round priority for small and mid-sized businesses (SMBs) in Washington and Oregon.
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Byron Martin: Apr 11, 2025
When was the last time your network had a full health check? If you're like many businesses, the answer might be "never" or "longer ago than it...
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Byron Martin: Mar 25, 2025
Yes. As a CPA, you manage sensitive client data every day, including personal financial details, social security numbers, tax information, and more....
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Byron Martin: Mar 17, 2025
Recently, the FBI issued a fresh warning about "smishing" scams involving fake toll-road notifications sent via text messages. Scammers are targeting...
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Byron Martin: Mar 11, 2025
Every business owner knows the stress of managing technology—especially when it's not aligned with your business goals. Ever felt like your IT...
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Byron Martin: Mar 4, 2025
Imagine waking up, grabbing your morning coffee, and checking your business bank account, only to see thousands, or even hundreds of thousands, of...
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Byron Martin: Feb 27, 2025
Tax season is already stressful enough—tight deadlines, demanding clients, and long hours. But cybercriminals are counting on that chaos to catch...
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Byron Martin: Feb 20, 2025
Imagine this: You’re running your business. It’s a typical morning, you’re sipping coffee, checking emails, and planning your day. What you don’t...
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Byron Martin: Feb 14, 2025
Financials, market expansion, and strategic growth often drive Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) and Divestitures. Due diligence focuses heavily on...
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Byron Martin: Feb 4, 2025
In today’s digital world, security isn’t just about strong passwords and firewalls - it starts with simple habits like locking your computer screen...
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Byron Martin: Jan 27, 2025
Windows 10’s end-of-life is fast approaching. With official support ending in October 2025, businesses and individuals relying on the operating...
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Byron Martin: Jan 20, 2025
As cyber threats continue to evolve, attackers are finding new ways to bypass even the most advanced security systems. One of the techniques gaining...
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Byron Martin: Dec 30, 2024
Data is the backbone of any successful business, but many organizations unintentionally undervalue their data by treating it as a secondary priority...
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Byron Martin: Dec 16, 2024
Our smartphones are our lifelines. They keep us connected, entertained, and organized. But our devices can easily become cluttered with so many apps...
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Byron Martin: Nov 25, 2024
The holiday season is here, bringing the excitement of discovering amazing deals during Black Friday and Cyber Monday. But while you’re hunting for...
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Byron Martin: Nov 19, 2024
Ah, the holiday season, when everything sparkles, sales soar, and your to-do list rivals Santa's naughty and nice list. For businesses, it's a time...
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Byron Martin: Nov 11, 2024
IMPORTANT: Microsoft recently announced the official end of support for Windows 10 on October 14, 2025. After this date, while your Windows 10 PCs...
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Byron Martin: Oct 29, 2024
Cybersecurity Awareness Month is a great reminder to update our devices and software regularly. When we delay software updates, we risk exposing our...
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Byron Martin: Oct 28, 2024
October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month, a perfect time to raise awareness about phishing attacks and how to protect yourself from these deceptive...
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Byron Martin: Oct 25, 2024
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming the way we live, work, and interact online, offering incredible opportunities for efficiency and...
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Byron Martin: Oct 22, 2024
October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month, making it the perfect time to boost your online security. One of the easiest and most effective ways to...
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Byron Martin: Oct 17, 2024
The Internet offers children a world of learning, entertainment, and social engagement. However, just like the real world, it comes with risks....
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Byron Martin: Oct 11, 2024
Weak passwords are one of the most common ways cybercriminals gain access to accounts. With Cybersecurity Awareness Month upon us, it’s the perfect...
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Byron Martin: Oct 7, 2024
October isn’t just about cozy sweaters and pumpkin spice; it’s also Cybersecurity Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about the...
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Byron Martin: Sep 27, 2024
Is your business losing money due to outdated technology? Chances are, the answer is yes. A recent survey by Deloitte found that 82% of companies...
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Byron Martin: Sep 4, 2024
As October 14, 2025, approaches, businesses need to prepare for the end of support for Windows 10. Microsoft has announced that after this date, they...
