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As we approach the end of another year, we wanted to take a moment and send season’s greetings from all of us. Wishing you and your loved ones a Merry Christmas and all the best in the coming year.

Ed & Henrietta VanderLaan, Rob VanderLaan and staff:

Maurice Brink, Patricia Cullum, Iain Emslie, Marcel Heiberg, Tanya Jerome, Mark Kottelenberg, Tina Morris, Matthew Pettorossi, Scott Ritchie, Mike Tigchelaar, Alvar Vandenbeukel, Adrian VanderLaan, Corey VanderLaan, Dave VanderMeulen and Ed Zuidema.

Artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing the modern workplace. With the rise of powerful AI assistants such as Copilot Pro and Microsoft 365 Copilot, individuals and businesses can further streamline tasks and boost productivity. But which tool is the right fit for you? Let’s explore both options to help you make an informed decision.

The holidays are often the busiest time of year for businesses, so when IT issues arise during this period, they can be particularly disruptive and stressful. Managed IT services can ease this burden by ensuring your technology supports your operations instead of obstructing them.

During the holidays, retailers can feel overwhelmed by the number of tasks they need to complete. But while keeping up with the holiday rush, they also need to be vigilant about potential cyberthreats. With more customers shopping online and increased payment activity, there are several risks that can affect retailers during this time.

While your office may offer all the necessary tools, creating an efficient home office environment requires thoughtful planning. From ergonomic chairs to high-quality headsets, the right gear can make all the difference in remote employees’ performance.

In an era where nearly every click, search, and website visit is tracked, maintaining true anonymity online has become increasingly difficult. Whether it’s websites storing your data or browsers logging your history, your digital footprint grows with every action.

Power outages are an unfortunate reality of business life, and their consequences can be severe. From data loss to equipment damage, the impact can be far-reaching. However, there’s a simple, effective way to safeguard your business against these disruptions: a quality uninterruptible power supply (UPS). Let’s delve into why a UPS is more than just a backup solution — it’s a strategic investment that can protect your operations and enhance your bottom line.

Security breaches often stem from a handful of common threats, both internal and external. Identify the five most IT security risks and learn how to address them effectively to keep your systems safe.

Accidental malware installation

Malware, also known as malicious software, is software created that causes damage to computers, servers, or networks.

Matthew Pettorossi joined our team at the start of October as a Help Desk Technician. Matt comes to
us with over 3 years of experience from his previous role at another managed service provider. Matt
also holds several CompTIA designations, including IT Operations Specialist, and graduated from the
Network Engineering & Security Analyst program at Mohawk College.

Spreadsheet software such as Microsoft Excel are incredibly useful, but they can become overwhelming, especially when managing large datasets. Functions like filtering are helpful, yet not always easy to master. Fortunately, Excel offers slicers, a simple yet effective way to filter complex data visually.