How to Choose Between Managed Services and Professional Services for Your IT Needs
You get an alert that your personal information has been compromised and panic starts to set in. When it happens, you feel powerless. Getting an email or letter from a business about a data breach can be profoundly upsetting. Such notifications usually mean that unauthorized people have accessed sensitive information. This information may include your name, address, email, phone number, financial details, or even your social security number.
Is Your Smart Office A Security Risk?
IoT, or the Internet of Things, is all about physical devices, like sensors, appliances, gadgets, or machines, being connected to the internet. These smart tools can collect and share data, and even act on their own, all without needing someone to constantly manage them. IoT helps boost efficiency, automate tasks, and provide useful data that leads to smarter decisions for both businesses and individuals. But it also comes with challenges, like keeping data secure, protecting privacy, and keeping track of all those connected devices.
TKS Newsletter – 2025 September
Scammers are posing as jobseekers on LinkedIn to target business owners with dangerous malware. They create fake profiles and realistic resume websites that seem safe but are designed to trick people into downloading a hidden backdoor called “More Eggs.” This malware can steal passwords, run commands, and install more malicious software. It’s a sophisticated scam that relies on gaining trust first.
App Smarts: Build a Smarter App Stack
Your phone or laptop might be packed with apps, but how many are actually helping you get things done? Whether you're managing a team, juggling freelance projects, or just trying to stay on top of your personal goals, the tools you use every day should be working for you, not against you. But over time, our devices become cluttered with apps we no longer use, apps that overlap in function, or apps that don’t fit our current needs.
App Smarts: How To Vet An App Before You Hit Download
Apps power nearly every part of our daily lives, helping us shop, communicate, manage money, navigate, and even monitor our health. But behind the convenience of these applications lies a growing concern: many apps collect more data than they need, are poorly maintained, or come with hidden security risks.
Staff Augmentation vs Managed Services: What SMBs Need to Know Now
You get an alert that your personal information has been compromised and panic starts to set in. When it happens, you feel powerless. Getting an email or letter from a business about a data breach can be profoundly upsetting. Such notifications usually mean that unauthorized people have accessed sensitive information. This information may include your name, address, email, phone number, financial details, or even your social security number.
Remote Workers Tech Guide: Tips for Working From Home
Working from home (WFH) has become a permanent part of the modern workforce, with 58% of employees now working remotely at least part of the week. While the flexibility and convenience are appealing, being productive and secure outside the office requires more than just a laptop. Remote work isn’t just about logging in from home; it’s about managing your workflow, your space, and your digital security. Whether you're a freelancer, a full-time team member, or somewhere in between, this guide provides actionable insights to help you work smarter, stay connected, and remain protected no matter where you work.
Remote Workers: Why Endpoint Protection and Asset Security Are Critical
Remote work is no longer a temporary trend; it has become a permanent fixture in the modern workplace. For small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) across the U.S., this shift has brought flexibility, access to a wider talent pool, and improved employee satisfaction. However, it also introduces new cybersecurity risks that can jeopardize company data, customer trust, and long-term growth. To thrive in this evolving environment, businesses must go beyond securing office networks. They need to safeguard every device, connection, and digital asset employees use, whether at home, in a coffee shop, or across the globe. That’s where endpoint protection and remote asset security come into play.
Smarter IT Growth: Unlocking Cloud & Edge Computing
In today’s marketplace, business leaders face growing demands to scale IT responsibly and cost effectively. Combining cloud computing and edge computing offers a powerful, flexible foundation for growth. By blending cloud scalability with edge based precision, Louisiana businesses can stay agile, secure, and cost efficient without sacrificing speed or resilience. This hybrid approach ensures you're ready for surges, sensitive use cases, and real time operations.
The Cloud Strategy Behind Business Growth
Cloud computing has revolutionized how small and midsized businesses operate, especially here in Louisiana, where flexibility, resilience, and cost-conscious decisions are key. Once a high-tech advantage reserved for enterprise giants, the cloud is now an accessible tool for organizations of all sizes. But here’s the catch: not all cloud strategies are created equal. Business leaders are waking up to the hidden costs and performance limitations of public cloud platforms. While some are leveraging the cloud to streamline operations and improve cybersecurity, others are taking a more hybrid or private approach to regain control, reduce expenses, and protect sensitive data.
TKS Newsletter – 2025 August
Here’s our August 2025 Newsletter Read the full PDF version here: The TKS Sentinel – August Issue In this month’s edition, we discuss: Social Engineering attacks Geniune Password Managers PDF […]
Break-Fix vs Managed Services: Which Support Model is Better?
You get an alert that your personal information has been compromised and panic starts to set in. When it happens, you feel powerless. Getting an email or letter from a business about a data breach can be profoundly upsetting. Such notifications usually mean that unauthorized people have accessed sensitive information. This information may include your name, address, email, phone number, financial details, or even your social security number.
TKS Newsletter – 2025 July
Here’s our July 2025 Newsletter Read the full PDF version here: The TKS Sentinel – July Issue In this month’s edition, we discuss: Cloud Storage Cost Risky Device Blocking Windows […]
A Smarter Approach to Cybersecurity Awareness Training
Cybercriminals are no longer just targeting systems, they’re targeting people. The frontline of your business IS your team. If your staff isn’t equipped to recognize threats and respond safely, your entire company is at risk. This means your front desk staff, your sales reps, and even you as the business owner are just as critical to your security posture as your IT systems. Without proper training and awareness, one click on a malicious link can open the door to devastating consequences.
Training Employees for Cyber Resilience
Many security breaches are not caused by advanced hackers but by employees who unknowingly open the door. Security awareness training isn't about assigning blame; it’s about equipping staff with the knowledge and confidence to make safe choices, both at work and at home.
Why Network Security Vulnerabilities Deserve Immediate Attention
You get an alert that your personal information has been compromised and panic starts to set in. When it happens, you feel powerless. Getting an email or letter from a business about a data breach can be profoundly upsetting. Such notifications usually mean that unauthorized people have accessed sensitive information. This information may include your name, address, email, phone number, financial details, or even your social security number.
How HTML Attachments Target Your Business
Cybersecurity isn’t just about firewalls and software; it’s about people. Cybercriminals are increasingly exploiting human behavior through advanced social engineering and malicious HTML email attachments, making these threats harder to detect and more dangerous than ever. Without proper training and robust email defenses, your organization is exposed. In this post, we’ll explore the methods hackers use, how to recognize these threats, and the key steps you can take to protect your business.
Prompt Like A Pro: Unlocking AI’s Full Potential
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer a distant possibility, it’s a present-day force transforming the way we work, communicate, and create. Whether you’re just beginning your AI journey or you're already experimenting with tools like ChatGPT, Copilot, or Canva, understanding how to engage with AI meaningfully is now essential. In our recent webinar, we walked attendees through a clear roadmap for evolving from AI curiosity to real capability.
New Sophisticated Phishing and Email Threats
Cybercrime has shifted, and small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) are now prime targets. No longer limited to Fortune 500 giants, today’s cyberattacks are hitting companies of all sizes. In fact, the Identity Theft Resource Center (ITRC) reports that 81% of businesses with fewer than 500 employees suffered a data breach last year.
