It’s important to maximize your business's computers' life spans to reduce costs and minimize IT-related problems. Longevity, however, is only possible if your computers are used and maintained properly. If you're experiencing problems with your PCs lasting their expected life span, it may be because of bad computer habits, such as:
1. Mismanaging your battery
Laptop batteries degrade after years of usage.
Our habits, both good and bad, help make our lives easier. For instance, sleeping at a specific time helps us get enough rest, while smoking may offer some psychological relief from stress. But while bad habits can be beneficial, they can lead to negative consequences in the long run.
2021 is finally coming to a close, and what a year it has been. Give yourself a pat on the back for keeping your business going despite the challenges you faced this year, such as COVID-19 lockdowns and radical changes to consumer spending.
This time of the year is the perfect opportunity to not just look back on the past, but also plan for your business's future.
Cybercriminals are no longer interested in hacking your software applications to infiltrate your systems and steal sensitive information for their own gain. Instead, they are now exploiting what they believe is the most vulnerable aspect of your organization: your employees.
After analyzing over 53,000 cybersecurity incidents, Verizon’s 2018 Data Breach Investigations Report revealed that 58% of all malware victims were small businesses. Although there was a time when hackers preferred one-off attacks against big-fish targets, new types of malware have made it easy to automate small-scale attacks against thousands of victims.
