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Macro Systems has been serving the Metro Washington, DC area since 1997, providing IT Support such as technical helpdesk support, computer support and consulting to small and medium-sized businesses.

Social Media is Full of Cyber Scams

Social Media is Full of Cyber Scams

Social media scams encompass fraudulent activities and deceptive schemes that occur across numerous social media platforms. These scams target users on platforms like Facebook, X (formerly Twitter), LinkedIn, and various others, irrespective of their age or background. They exploit individuals' trust, curiosity, or lack of awareness. Social media scams manifest in various forms, and the following are some common examples.

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Google’s Project Green Light Provides a Look at Practical AI Usage

Google’s Project Green Light Provides a Look at Practical AI Usage

While artificial intelligence is frequently hyped up to the point that it seems to be plucked from the realm of science fiction, its true applications are actually much more mundane. However, these applications are often the ones that show the most promise in terms of the value they have to offer society.

For example, let’s consider the work that Google is doing via something called Project Green Light.

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Your Business Can't Take Cyberthreats Lightly

Your Business Can't Take Cyberthreats Lightly

Constant challenges arise for businesses, ranging from supply chain disruptions and employee turnover to the unpredictable forces of natural disasters. Among these challenges, cyberattacks stand out as an inconspicuous yet highly menacing threat. Listed below are the various ways cyberattacks endanger your business and how to prepare for them effectively.

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Why Your Business Should Utilize a VPN

Why Your Business Should Utilize a VPN

With data security being a hot commodity with hackers, it’s no surprise that companies want to do everything they can to protect their assets. One method for doing so is implementing a Virtual Private Network, or VPN, that can effectively obfuscate data while it’s in transit. Listed below are some of the most valuable reasons why your business should be using a VPN.

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Four Technologies You Can Utilize to Better Secure Your Data in Transit

Four Technologies You Can Utilize to Better Secure Your Data in Transit

A lot of business is done via the Internet, so securing transactions is imperative to protect sensitive information and prevent unauthorized access or even fraud. There are multiple things you can do to improve your data while it is in transit.

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What Your Business Needs to Know about Browser Hijacking Attacks

What Your Business Needs to Know about Browser Hijacking Attacks

With technology being a vital part of our lives and society, cyberthreats continue to evolve and pose significant risks. One such threat that is on the rise is browser hijacking attacks. Listed below are the dangers of these attacks, including the techniques employed by hackers, and how small and medium-sized businesses can protect themselves.

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Three Problems that Cybercrime Causes for Businesses

Three Problems that Cybercrime Causes for Businesses

Cyberthreats aren't limited to large corporations and enterprises, which is unfortunate for small businesses. Even small businesses and local shops face the constant risk of cyberattacks. Listed below are some concerning statistics regarding one of the fastest-growing cyberthreats.

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Tips to More Effectively Manage Your Time

Tips to More Effectively Manage Your Time

Effective time management is imperative for productivity and achieving your goals. Alas, it’s not always easy to be efficient. Listed below are three useful tips to enhance your own professional efficiency.

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Businesses Should be Aware of IoT Device's Security Concerns

Businesses Should be Aware of IoT Device's Security Concerns

The Internet of Things, or IoT is everywhere. There’s a relatively good chance that a device that would be part of the IoT is within your reach right now, perhaps even on your person. Businesses of all kinds utilize the IoT for various purposes as well, but behind this usage lies significant risk from cyberthreats, and a shocking number of businesses seem to accept this risk without much concern… as in, the vast majority of surveyed businesses utilizing the IoT demonstrated a lack of protection but seemed not to be bothered by it.

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Five Controversial Uses of Technology

Five Controversial Uses of Technology

Modern businesses grapple with a myriad of ethical challenges, necessitating responsible decision-making to keep the data they store secure. Some decisions that are made straddle the ethical line of right and wrong. Listed below is a look at five uses of technology that are controversial.

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VR Technology Use is Increasing

VR Technology Use is Increasing

Virtual reality (VR) is a technology that usually leaves people uncertain. More and more people have experienced it recently and the question keeps popping up whether or not VR is going to be a useful tool for businesses. 

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New Microsoft Project Focused on Addressing Long Term Data Storage Issues

New Microsoft Project Focused on Addressing Long Term Data Storage Issues

Over the past several years, it has come to the attention of people in numerous industries that there is going to be a time, very soon, where the data that needs to be stored is going to outweigh our ability to store it. In a collaboration with the University of Southampton in England, Microsoft has taken aim at this very problem and has come up with some innovative solutions. 

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Strategies to Help Your Business Get a Positive Return on Technological Investments

Strategies to Help Your Business Get a Positive Return on Technological Investments

Some businesses will put pressure on themselves to get some of the most innovative technology tools available. On the surface, this seems like a great idea, but just because a piece of technology exists, doesn’t mean it will help your business right now. Listed below is a look at some strategies that will help you build the technology your business needs to see a positive return on those investments.

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Three Advantages of Digital Security Cameras

Three Advantages of Digital Security Cameras

Digital security cameras provide numerous advantages over their analog counterparts, making them a popular choice for enhancing security in various settings. Listed below are three vital advantages of using digital security cameras.

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Android's New Auto-Archive Feature

Android's New Auto-Archive Feature

In April Google announced that the Android platform would be given the capability to archive unused applications to help preserve the precious storage space on the devices…provided that the device was almost out of available space. This auto-archive feature is now available to all users, regardless of the storage left on their device.

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The Benefits of a Monitoring Platform for Your Organization

The Benefits of a Monitoring Platform for Your Organization

Keeping a watchful eye over your business is something that every responsible business owner or manager should be doing. Sometimes you are caught up in too many elements of running a business to know exactly how your operations are functioning. Listed below are some of the biggest advantages that a conscientious monitoring platform can provide your business.

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Microsoft Makes Changes to Teams Collaboration App

Microsoft Makes Changes to Teams Collaboration App

Microsoft created the Teams platform with the aim of enhancing collaboration among individuals. The rise of remote collaboration has been ongoing for several years, and the COVID-19 pandemic solidified its place as a standard feature in business operations. Recently, Microsoft has introduced several enhancements to the platform to further augment its functionality.

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How Technology can Enhance Productivity

How Technology can Enhance Productivity

Technology plays a vital role in the operations of most businesses, but its primary function is to empower and support the workforce. Many employees have specific expectations when it comes to the technology provided by their organizations. Failure to meet these expectations can drive them to seek employment elsewhere. Listed below are five ways technology bolsters your employees' productivity.

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The Pros and Cons of a Password Manager

The Pros and Cons of a Password Manager

Passwords play a pivotal role in safeguarding an organization's cybersecurity, acting as a vital tool for employees that surpasses the risks of relying on their own memory. Below we delve into the pros and cons of employing password managers to fortify the protection of company-owned digital assets.

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Chromebook Shelf Life is Shorter Than Previously Thought

Chromebook Shelf Life is Shorter Than Previously Thought

Laptops are no longer exclusive to the home and work environments; more and more schools and universities are adopting laptops and other educational technology for the purposes of delivering cutting-edge instruction. Chromebooks are just one option available, if not the most cost-effective one out there. However, this leads to a unique set of problems, especially when the software powering these devices reaches its end of life.

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