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##  [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu)

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Dan is a trusted IT advisor with a background of over 25 years in IT and continuously works on the challenges of putting the right people in place to drive business growth and customer satisfaction.

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##  [Tip of the Week: Being Courteous and Professional with a Mobile Device](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tip-of-the-week-being-courteous-and-professional-with-a-mobile-device)

  Wednesday, 16 December 2020

  [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu)

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With how business is conducted today, the capability of your workforce to stay connected while mobile is important. However, it can be equally important that this connectivity doesn’t come at the cost of their manners. Let’s go over a few ways to be more polite as you work remotely using a mobile device.

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  [Communication](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/communication)   [Tip of the Week](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/tip-of-the-week)   [Mobile Device](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/mobile-device)

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##  [Document Your IT Infrastructure](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/document-your-it-infrastructure)

  Monday, 14 December 2020

  [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu)

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Quick, off the top of your head, how many network switches are in use at your office? How many wireless access points? How many routers are past their warranty or no longer getting support?

That’s not a question most business owners are asked on a regular basis, and we don’t *really* expect you to be able to rattle off the answers. You should have all of that information documented though.

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  [Data](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/data)   [Hardware](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/hardware)   [Software](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/software)

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##  [Five Cool Technologies You Can Give for Secret Santa](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/five-cool-technologies-you-can-give-for-secret-santa)

  Friday, 11 December 2020

  [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu)

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The strangest year in our lives is coming to a close and the holidays figure to be just as strange. With the COVID-19 pandemic still roaring away, there probably won’t be a lot of the events that are typical this time of year. That doesn’t have to ruin the time of year, however. Today, we thought that we would take a look at five cool tech gadgets and services that won’t break the bank, but will also be a cool addition under the tree or for your secret santa.

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  [Gadgets](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/gadgets)   [Technology](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/technology)   [Gifts](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/gifts)

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##  [Tip of the Week: Sign a PDF in Windows](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tip-of-the-week-sign-a-pdf-in-windows)

  Wednesday, 09 December 2020

  [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu)

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PDFs have been around for a while and they have become an extremely useful file format for business. One of the best features of the PDF is that it is useful for securing signatures so that contracts can be handled over the Internet. Today, we’ll go over how you go about signing a PDF in Windows.

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  [Workplace Tips](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/workplace-tips)   [Windows](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/windows)   [Collaboration](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/collaboration)   [Tip of the Week](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/tip-of-the-week)

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##  [A Field Guide to Phishing Attacks](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/a-field-guide-to-phishing-attacks)

  Monday, 07 December 2020

  [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu)

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Despite the name being mildly amusing, phishing attacks are no laughing matter. These scams, in all their different forms, wreak havoc on businesses—ranking as the top breach threat in the 2020 edition of Verizon’s annual Data Breach Investigations Report, and successfully impacting 65 percent of United States organizations in 2019 as reported by Proofpoint’s 2020 State of the Phish Report. Avoiding them requires you to be able to spot them, so let’s go over the different varieties of phishing that can be encountered.

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  [Security](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/security)   [Spam](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/spam)   [Phishing](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/phishing)

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##  [Social Media Is A Tool For Any Sized Business](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/social-media-is-a-tool-for-any-sized-business)

  Friday, 04 December 2020

  [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu)

  [Datalyst Blog](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/categories/blog)   [Technology](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/categories/technology)

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Nowadays, social media companies have a lot of power and influence, which is part of the reason that so many of today’s largest businesses have adopted social media as a critical promotional tool. With the average person spending about two hours and 24 minutes on social media and messaging applications per day, this makes social media a clear opportunity for any sized business to embrace. Let’s consider a few ways this can be accomplished for these different businesses.

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  [Social Media](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/social-media)   [Small Business](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/small-business)   [Business Computing](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/business-computing)

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##  [What Exactly is Software-as-a-Service?](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/what-exactly-is-software-as-a-service)

  Wednesday, 02 December 2020

  [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu)

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Businesses have many problems they need to solve. With technology, the process typically starts with identifying a problem, researching solutions, and finding one that will successfully work to solve the problem. Traditionally, when dealing with technology, a company would procure the hardware and hire technicians to implement the solution and deploy the services needed. If they had to borrow money to do it, they would because the profits would presumably be more than the payments even with banks tacking on interest.

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  [Cloud](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/cloud)   [Hosted Solutions](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/hosted-solutions)   [Business Computing](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/business-computing)

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##  [Keep Your Team on Task with a UTM](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/keep-your-team-on-task-with-a-utm)

  Tuesday, 01 December 2020

  [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu)

  [Datalyst Blog](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/categories/blog)   [IT Blog](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/categories/it-blog)

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As Southern New England businesses continue to adapt to the current challenges, they rely on online tools to continue to maintain contact with their clients. While having online access is a great benefit, it can also lead your team to distraction. Learn how content filtering can keep your team on task.

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  [Security](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/security)   [UTM](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/utm)   [Content filtering](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/content-filtering)

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##  [Is Security Being Sacrificed for the Sake of Convenience?](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/is-security-being-sacrificed-for-the-sake-of-convenience)

  Monday, 30 November 2020

  [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu)

  [Datalyst Blog](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/categories/blog)   [Security](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/categories/security)

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While this time of year is always huge for online retail, there is likely to be a much larger number of people turning to the Internet for their holiday purchases than usual… and, it would seem, a larger number of people taking security into consideration as they do so. Let’s examine how consumers are taking their data into their own hands and what this means for your business.

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  [Security](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/security)   [Privacy](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/privacy)   [Users](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/users)

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##  [A Look at Modern Networking](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/newsletter-content/a-look-at-modern-networking)

  Saturday, 28 November 2020

  [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu)

  [Newsletter](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/newsletter-content)

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There are times when people take their technology for granted. One of the most under-the-radar, yet still critical parts of a business’ technology infrastructure is the networking equipment. By this we mean the hardware that connects your business to the Internet and to your network. We are talking cables, switches, and routers. This month, we will take a look at typical office networking found in 2020 and the technologies that are primed to replace them.

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  [Networking](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/networking)   [Wireless](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/wireless)   [Wi-Fi](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/wi-fi)

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##  [Homeland Security is Warning Businesses to Update Google Chrome](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/homeland-security-is-warning-businesses-to-update-google-chrome)

  Friday, 27 November 2020

  [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu)

  [Datalyst Blog](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/categories/blog)   [Alerts](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/categories/alerts)

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We realize that it’s one thing for us to tell you how important it is to update your software. After all, we’re tech guys, so we worry about that kind of thing all the time. Hopefully, it’s quite another matter when Homeland Security does it, which is why we’re really hoping that you take heed of this warning and update Google Chrome.

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  [Security](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/security)   [Google](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/google)   [Managed Service](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/managed-service)

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##  [Knowing Your Technology Means Knowing What to Expect](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/newsletter-content/knowing-your-technology-means-knowing-what-to-expect)

  Thursday, 26 November 2020

  [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu)

  [Newsletter](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/newsletter-content)

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For most businesses, inventory is a big deal. That’s why it is so surprising that many of the same businesses that depend on their inventory and supply chain fail to properly inventory their technology. This month, we’ll discuss the importance of keeping a technology inventory.

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  [Technology](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/technology)   [Business Computing](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/business-computing)   [Managed IT Services](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/managed-it-services-1)

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##  [Smishing Isn’t as Funny as It Sounds](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/smishing-isn-t-as-funny-as-it-sounds)

  Wednesday, 25 November 2020

  [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu)

  [Datalyst Blog](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/categories/blog)   [Security](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/categories/security)

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As serious as they are, cyberattacks aren’t always given the most serious-sounding names. We are, of course, referring to “phishing”: the manipulation of the user, rather than of a computer system, to gain access to data. Phishing can come in many forms, with some—like phishing someone via SMS message—doubling down on the silliness of the name. Let’s examine this variety, and why “smishing” is not something to trifle with.

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  [Security](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/security)   [Phishing](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/phishing)   [Mobile Device](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/mobile-device)

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##  [The Help Desk Keeps Business Running Smoothly](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/newsletter-content/the-help-desk-keeps-business-running-smoothly)

  Tuesday, 24 November 2020

  [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu)

  [Newsletter](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/newsletter-content)

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When there’s a computer problem, downtime ensues, and productivity suffers. It’s really that simple. Your staff isn’t running on all cylinders because they are always having to restart, the software they need isn’t working properly, or they simply forgot their password.

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  [IT Support](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/it-support-1)   [Help Desk](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/help-desk)   [Managed IT Services](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/managed-it-services-1)

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##  [More Than 70 Percent of PCs Run Windows 10](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/more-than-70-percent-of-pcs-run-windows-10)

  Monday, 23 November 2020

  [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu)

  [Datalyst Blog](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/categories/blog)   [Technology](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/categories/technology)

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Ever since Windows 10 debuted in July of 2015, it has slowly risen in its market share. This has continued throughout the tumultuous times that 2020 has provided, as the OS has now reached a market share of 72.2 percent as of October. Let’s go over why this matters, and why—if you haven’t done so yet—you need to add your organization’s PCs to that number.

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  [Software](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/software)   [Windows](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/windows)   [Computer](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/computer)

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##  [Is Automation Really a Threat for Workers?](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/newsletter-content/is-automation-really-a-threat-for-workers)

  Saturday, 21 November 2020

  [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu)

  [Newsletter](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/newsletter-content)

 [ ![Is Automation Really a Threat for Workers?](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/images/easyblog_shared/December_2020_Newsletter/1.0/b2ap3_large_AI-vs_212741242_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/newsletter-content/is-automation-really-a-threat-for-workers "Is Automation Really a Threat for Workers?")

Automation has helped many businesses improve their output and efficiency, but what is the cost to the people that work for these organizations? Many systems rely on the autonomy of artificial intelligence systems to keep certain tasks and workflows on point. Automation could replace up to a quarter of the current workforce in the next ten years, so people are naturally skeptical and worried about how safe their jobs are going to be with more and more businesses utilizing software automation.

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  [Software](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/software)   [Productivity](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/productivity-1)   [Automation](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/automation)

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##  [How to Work Remotely Without Undermining Security](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/how-to-work-remotely-without-undermining-security)

  Friday, 20 November 2020

  [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu)

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With remote access being so popular right now, it is important that there is an awareness of how to maintain your business’ security while utilizing it. There are a lot of steps involved in doing so. Let’s go over some of the most important considerations that you need to weigh while your office continues to work remotely.

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  [Security](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/security)   [Best Practices](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/best-practices)   [Remote](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/remote)

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##  [Tip of the Week: How to Alter the Android 11 Power Menu](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tip-of-the-week-how-to-alter-the-android-11-power-menu)

  Wednesday, 18 November 2020

  [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu)

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If you need a reason to upgrade to Android 11, it comes with a highly useful selection of options when you access the menu that appears when you hold down the power button on your device. However, you have the option to add much more value to this menu. To do this, you’ll need to make a small investment in an automation-driven third-party application known as Tasker.

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  [User Tips](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/user-tips)   [Android](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/android)   [Smartphone](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/smartphone)   [Tip of the Week](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/tip-of-the-week)

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##  [Tip of the Week: Make Your PC Faster](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tip-of-the-week-make-your-pc-faster)

  Tuesday, 17 November 2020

  [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu)

  [Datalyst Blog](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/categories/blog)   [Tip of the Week](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/categories/tip-of-the-week)

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Does your PC feel sluggish these days? If you are working remotely, and your computer is slow, it can be really frustrating and make it harder to do your job. Before you buy a new computer, here are some tips to squeeze a little more life out of what you already have.

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  [Computer](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/computer)   [Upgrade](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/upgrade)   [Maintenance](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/maintenance)

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##  [Adobe Retiring Support for Flash at Year’s End](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/adobe-retiring-support-for-flash-at-year-s-end)

  Monday, 16 November 2020

  [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu)

  [Datalyst Blog](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/categories/blog)   [Security](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/categories/security)

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Flash Player—the familiar Adobe web application that first premiered in 1996—is finally going into retirement at the end of the year. This is quite a big deal, as Flash Player was (at least initially) instrumental to many of the platforms that so many rely on these days. However, what will this mean for your business?

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  [Software](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/software)   [IT Support](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/it-support-1)   [End of Support](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/end-of-support)

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