March 20, 2019
WinRAR, the tool to update
A known WinRAR vulnerability still shows up in booby-trapped attachments. Here's how to close that entry point with minimal effort.
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March 19, 2019
A Recovery Plan: More Necessary Than You Think
The what, how, and why of a disaster recovery plan. Picture the scenario. It is a beautiful July weekend. It is 35 degrees outside and you are cooling off in the pool. You get a call from the plant foreman. Everything is down! The IT systems are no longer working, neither is the phone, and there is no more internet. […]
Read more →February 28, 2019
Proactive Defense Explained
Nobody thinks they'll be the next target, until it happens. Here's what proactive defense actually means, in practical terms.
Read more →February 25, 2019
Updates… Not That Complicated?
A Monday morning call: every file is encrypted. The cause? An update that never happened. Here's how to avoid that call.
Read more →February 21, 2019
Our CIO Resolutions for 2019
I recently came across a very interesting article (original version available here) listing 2019 resolutions for IT leadership. Being CIOs ourselves, I took the liberty of selecting the ones that resonate most with us at MMO Techno, then translating and adapting them to […]
Read more →February 13, 2019
4 Reasons to Use a Cloud Server (or VDI)
Virtual server, cloud computing, VDI: the terms blur together fast. Here are 4 concrete reasons that might justify the move to the cloud.
Read more →February 8, 2019
The 7 Signs of Bad IT Architecture
The seven warning signs of bad IT architecture. We live in an increasingly digital world, which makes the role of the chief information officer (CIO) even more important, no matter your industry or the size of your company. CIOs play a key role in defining and driving an IT strategy aligned with broader business goals. They help ensure the company is prepared for ever-evolving technologies.
Read more →February 1, 2019
End of Life for Windows Server and SQL 2008 and 2008 R2
As you know, every product reaches the end of its useful life. This year, Microsoft is ending support for 2 products that were very popular: Microsoft SQL Server 2008 and 2008 R2, as well as Microsoft Windows Server 2008 and 2008 R2. (Microsoft's full article here). SQL Server reaches end of life […]
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The Importance of Good Governance Over Your IT Vendors
Internet provider, printer vendor, line-of-business software: managing too many separate IT vendors has a hidden cost. Here's why.
Read more →January 22, 2019
Why Should You Move Your Email to the Cloud?
Everyone is talking about the cloud these days. Many small and mid-sized businesses are moving their email to the cloud, taking advantage of the additional benefits offered by Google's and Microsoft's cloud-hosted email solutions. Before deciding to migrate, it's important to understand how cloud email servers [...]
Read more →January 15, 2019
Shifts for Microsoft Teams
Managing schedules on a corkboard or a shared Excel file takes forever. Here's a tool that's probably already included in your Microsoft 365 subscription.
Read more →January 3, 2019
Targeted Attacks and the Value of Proactive Defense
Cyberattacks are becoming more frequent and more sophisticated. There are many types of attacks and many ways to infiltrate your organization. Targeted attacks aimed at your company can lead to significant losses of money, information, and customers. Preventing attacks is far more cost-effective than having to recover from those losses.
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