Holiday Shopping Scams: 7 Ways to Shop Online More Safely
Holiday shopping scams can hide behind fake stores, social media ads, delivery texts, and unbelievable deals. Here are seven practical ways to shop online more safely.
Microsoft Passkeys: What Small Businesses Need to Know Before February 2027
Microsoft passkeys are becoming a bigger part of how businesses sign in to Microsoft 365 and other Microsoft work accounts. Microsoft is moving away from its own SMS text-message and voice-call authentication in Microsoft Entra ID and encouraging organizations to use stronger sign-in methods such as passkeys, Windows Hello, and FIDO2 security keys. For most […]
When Was the Last Time You Updated Your Router?
Your router needs software updates too. Learn how to check router firmware, what End of Support means, and when a home or small-office router may actually need replacing.
Microsoft’s Record October Security Update — Is Your Windows PC Actually Up to Date?
Microsoft’s October 2026 security update was the largest Patch Tuesday on record.Security researchers counted roughly 1,400 vulnerabilities addressed across Microsoft products. Different firms report slightly different totals depending on how they count the fixes, but they all agree on the bigger picture: this was an exceptionally large update. BleepingComputer That sounds dramatic, but there is […]
Fake AI Scams Are Using Trusted Names Like ChatGPT and Copilot
Artificial intelligence tools have become part of everyday life for many home users and businesses. That growing popularity has also created a new opportunity for scammers. Microsoft says cybercriminals are increasingly using familiar AI brands such as ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot, Claude, and DeepSeek as bait in phishing emails, malicious advertisements, fake software downloads, and fraudulent […]
Windows Secure Boot Certificates Are Changing: What You Need to Know
Microsoft is replacing older Windows Secure Boot certificates in 2026. Learn what the October expiration means, what still works, and what home users and small businesses should do.
Your Browser Needs Security Updates Too
Chrome and Edge may download updates automatically but wait for a browser restart before protection is active. Learn how to check for updates and why timely relaunches matter.
That Microsoft Teams Message May Not Really Be Your IT Support
Attackers can impersonate IT support inside Microsoft Teams and use legitimate remote-support tools to gain access. Learn how to recognize and verify unexpected support requests.
Phishing Isn’t Just Email Anymore: What Small Businesses Need to Watch For
Phishing now reaches people through Teams chats, text messages, fake sign-in pages, remote-support requests, and unexpected MFA prompts.