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Bug in WhatsApp leaves users exposed

Bug in WhatsApp leaves users exposed

Popular mobile instant messaging app WhatsApp was at the center of a recent security breach which saw the information of as many as 200 million users potentially exposed to the mercy of hackers and malware. The threat, which affected the recently launched web-based version of WhatsApp, was detected by an IT security firm in Israel […]

A closer look at Google Apps for Work

A closer look at Google Apps for Work

Google has come a long way since it started out as a search engine almost two decades ago. Through years of continuous improvement and development, the search engine giant now offers Google Apps for Work, a whole set of cloud-based productivity-boosting applications for organizations of all sizes. In a nutshell, Google Apps for Work is […]

Office 2016 focuses on collaboration

Office 2016 focuses on collaboration

Collaboration is at the heart of the modern business, and those organizations that perform well, get more done and have a healthier bottom line are those that communicate, share and work together most effectively. The latest release of Office 2016, recently made available by Microsoft, puts a renewed focus on tools that empower your employees […]

Why you should consider self-service BI

Why you should consider self-service BI

Business intelligence (BI) tools offer valuable insights into an organization’s data and allow key decision makers to make faster and more informed strategic choices. But technology is evolving rapidly, and with it comes a new and more efficient BI practice – the self-service approach. Many organizations are now shifting towards this new form of BI, […]

Virtualization: fact or fiction?

Virtualization: fact or fiction?

When it comes to IT, it is always important to separate fact from fiction. Too often you will have IT people looking to get themselves a bigger piece of your budget by proposing technology solutions you don’t really need. Virtualization is one of those items you have probably heard about, but is it right for […]

Social media ROI for the small business

Social media ROI for the small business

For many small business owners, maintaining an active presence on social media can be a challenge. It takes time and money, and when you see little return on your investment it can be both perplexing and disheartening. If you’ve personally struggled with social media marketing, it may offer you some comfort to know you’re not […]

The truth about healthcare security

The truth about healthcare security

While many small businesses mistakenly think they’re immune to data breaches because of their size, and therefore put minimum protection in place, healthcare organizations can’t ever risk taking this laissez-faire approach – and they’d be in trouble if they did. After all, there are rules and regulations when it comes to healthcare IT systems, and […]