# Datalyst Blog

Datalyst delivers expert managed IT services in Providence, RI. Optimize performance, secure your systems, and grow with us. Contact us today!

 [ Categories ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/categories "Categories")

 [ Tags ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags "Tags")

 [ Categories:  All Categories ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/javascript:void(0); "Categories")

 Search...Suggested keywords

 [  x ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/javascript:void(0);)

 <a class="eb-image-viewport"></a>

 [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu)

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

  [  Subscribe to updates from author ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/javascript:void(0);) [  Unsubscribe to updates from author ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/javascript:void(0);)   [  ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu?format=feed&type=rss)

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.

 [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu)

##  [Controversial Uses of AI Technology in Society](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/controversial-uses-of-ai-technology-in-society)

  Monday, 01 December 2025

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

  [Datalyst Blog](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/categories/blog)   [Miscellaneous](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/categories/miscellaneous)

 [ ![Controversial Uses of AI Technology in Society](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/images/easyblog_shared/December_2025/12-01-25/b2ap3_large_AIICE_1647230350_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/controversial-uses-of-ai-technology-in-society "Controversial Uses of AI Technology in Society")

Technology works wonders for business, but it also enables other organizations, like law enforcement. We aren’t here to argue ethics, but we would like to touch on some of the technology that certain agencies are using in the execution of their jobs. Specifically, we want to highlight the issues involving the very sophisticated AI and data-mining platforms, such as those developed by Palantir.

Tags:

  [Technology](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/technology)   [Current Events](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/current-events)   [Miscellaneous](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/miscellaneous)

  [0 Comments](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/controversial-uses-of-ai-technology-in-society#comments)

 [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/controversial-uses-of-ai-technology-in-society)

 [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu)

##  [Your Business Is Not Too Small for Managed Services](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/newsletter-content/your-business-is-not-too-small-for-managed-services)

  Saturday, 29 November 2025

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

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

 [ ![Your Business Is Not Too Small for Managed Services](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/images/easyblog_shared/December_2025_Newsletters/1.0/b2ap3_large_LEAD_MSP_1524455399_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/newsletter-content/your-business-is-not-too-small-for-managed-services "Your Business Is Not Too Small for Managed Services")

Many business owners, especially those running small or medium-sized enterprises and even startups, often wonder if their company is big enough to justify investing in managed IT services. The common misconception is that outsourced IT support is only for larger businesses with complex networks and hundreds of employees. The fact is that there is no minimum size a business must reach to significantly benefit from managed IT services.

Tags:

  [Small Business](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/small-business)   [IT Services](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/it-services)   [Managed Service](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/managed-service)

  [0 Comments](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/newsletter-content/your-business-is-not-too-small-for-managed-services#comments)

 [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/newsletter-content/your-business-is-not-too-small-for-managed-services)

 [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu)

##  [What You Need to Do to Improve Your Supply Chain’s Efficiency](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/newsletter-content/what-you-need-to-do-to-improve-your-supply-chain-s-efficiency)

  Thursday, 27 November 2025

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

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

 [ ![What You Need to Do to Improve Your Supply Chain’s Efficiency](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/images/easyblog_shared/December_2025_Newsletters/1.0/b2ap3_large_Supplychain_657121008_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/newsletter-content/what-you-need-to-do-to-improve-your-supply-chain-s-efficiency "What You Need to Do to Improve Your Supply Chain’s Efficiency")

Small and medium-sized businesses are continuously grappling with the complexities of their supply chain. If you're trying to compete with industry giants, the right technology is more accessible and affordable than ever. This month, we will go into some of the ways you can make your supply chain more efficient.

Tags:

  [Small Business](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/small-business)   [Efficiency](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/efficiency)   [Outsourced IT](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/outsourced-it)

  [0 Comments](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/newsletter-content/what-you-need-to-do-to-improve-your-supply-chain-s-efficiency#comments)

 [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/newsletter-content/what-you-need-to-do-to-improve-your-supply-chain-s-efficiency)

 [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu)

##  [Your Digital Life 101: The Difference Between Creating an Account and Logging In](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/your-digital-life-101-the-difference-between-creating-an-account-and-logging-in)

  Wednesday, 26 November 2025

  [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)   [Best Practices](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/categories/best-practices)

 [ ![Your Digital Life 101: The Difference Between Creating an Account and Logging In](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/images/easyblog_shared/November_2025/11-26-25/b2ap3_large_Security_430391765_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/your-digital-life-101-the-difference-between-creating-an-account-and-logging-in "Your Digital Life 101: The Difference Between Creating an Account and Logging In")

We all have too many accounts nowadays. Between our personal lives, work, and practically all the entertainment we consume, there are dozens to keep track of and manage… and then there are the ones that charge us for a service they offer. The stacking costs of these services are bad enough, but if you see them start to double or even triple in a given month, you may be experiencing a common problem that is simple enough to solve.

To do so, we need to clarify the difference between creating an account and logging in.

Tags:

  [Social Media](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/social-media)   [Security](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/security)   [2FA](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/2fa)

  [0 Comments](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/your-digital-life-101-the-difference-between-creating-an-account-and-logging-in#comments)

 [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/your-digital-life-101-the-difference-between-creating-an-account-and-logging-in)

 [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu)

##  [A Good Endpoint Security Strategy Can Save Your Bacon](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/newsletter-content/a-good-endpoint-security-strategy-can-save-your-bacon)

  Tuesday, 25 November 2025

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

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

 [ ![A Good Endpoint Security Strategy Can Save Your Bacon](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/images/easyblog_shared/December_2025_Newsletters/1.0/b2ap3_large_EndPoint_677360726_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/newsletter-content/a-good-endpoint-security-strategy-can-save-your-bacon "A Good Endpoint Security Strategy Can Save Your Bacon")

The way businesses protect their computer networks has changed. Now, every device connected to the network—like computers, phones, servers, and smart gadgets—is a crucial point of defense. This means that each device can be a weak spot if not properly secured.

If you don't use the same security rules for all devices, you're creating an easy target for cyberattacks.

Tags:

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

  [0 Comments](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/newsletter-content/a-good-endpoint-security-strategy-can-save-your-bacon#comments)

 [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/newsletter-content/a-good-endpoint-security-strategy-can-save-your-bacon)

 [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu)

##  [A Byte-Sized History Lesson About the Hamburger Menu](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/a-byte-sized-history-lesson-about-the-hamburger-menu)

  Monday, 24 November 2025

  [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)

 [ ![A Byte-Sized History Lesson About the Hamburger Menu](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/images/easyblog_shared/November_2025/11-24-25/b2ap3_large_Hamburgmenu_1554414866_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/a-byte-sized-history-lesson-about-the-hamburger-menu "A Byte-Sized History Lesson About the Hamburger Menu")

It’s a symbol that we’ve all become familiar with in recent years: three horizontal lines, representing the menu of whatever application or website is currently in use. Sometimes appearing as three dots, this little icon can be surprisingly important for both the end user and the business using it… especially now that mobile devices are so commonly used for browsing (early this year, 64% of all website traffic was observed to come from these devices).

Tags:

  [Software](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/software)   [Mobile Device](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/mobile-device)   [Tech Term](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/tech-term)

  [0 Comments](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/a-byte-sized-history-lesson-about-the-hamburger-menu#comments)

 [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/a-byte-sized-history-lesson-about-the-hamburger-menu)

 [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu)

##  [4 Easy to Follow Tips for Assigning Tasks](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/newsletter-content/4-easy-to-follow-tips-for-assigning-tasks)

  Saturday, 22 November 2025

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

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

 [ ![4 Easy to Follow Tips for Assigning Tasks](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/images/easyblog_shared/December_2025_Newsletters/1.0/b2ap3_large_TaskManager_1469509571_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/newsletter-content/4-easy-to-follow-tips-for-assigning-tasks "4 Easy to Follow Tips for Assigning Tasks")

One of the core responsibilities of a manager is to get the best work done efficiently. It's not just about delegating; it's about strategic assignment. It is often the key to unlocking both peak employee performance and maximum return on the company's dollar. Poorly assigned tasks can lead to confusion, rework, burnout, and wasted time. This month, we thought we’d share our proven framework for assigning tasks that truly get the most out of your employees' time and the company's money.

Tags:

  [Productivity](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/productivity-1)   [Efficiency](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/efficiency)   [Management](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/management)

  [0 Comments](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/newsletter-content/4-easy-to-follow-tips-for-assigning-tasks#comments)

 [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/newsletter-content/4-easy-to-follow-tips-for-assigning-tasks)

 [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu)

##  [Why Your $50 Router Is Strangling Your Profits](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/why-your-50-router-is-strangling-your-profits)

  Friday, 21 November 2025

  [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)

 [ ![Why Your $50 Router Is Strangling Your Profits](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/images/easyblog_shared/November_2025/11-21-24/b2ap3_large_Router_1592065575_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/why-your-50-router-is-strangling-your-profits "Why Your $50 Router Is Strangling Your Profits")

Here's a horrifying thought: Imagine your beautiful office has 50 hardworking employees... but only one tiny, single-stall bathroom. It's chaos. There's a line down the hall, all day. Productivity grinds to a halt. It's a classic bottleneck, and it’s completely unnecessary.

Here's the hard truth: This is exactly what’s happening to your business’ data right now. You’re paying your ISP for a super-fast Internet connection, but you’re forcing all that crucial business data through a flimsy, $50 consumer-grade router; you’re going to find out it’s not up for the job.

Tags:

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

  [0 Comments](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/why-your-50-router-is-strangling-your-profits#comments)

 [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/why-your-50-router-is-strangling-your-profits)

 [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu)

##  [Don’t Fall for These BYOD Dangers](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/don-t-fall-for-these-byod-dangers)

  Wednesday, 19 November 2025

  [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)

 [ ![Don’t Fall for These BYOD Dangers](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/images/easyblog_shared/November_2025/11-19-24/b2ap3_large_BYOD_909244949_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/don-t-fall-for-these-byod-dangers "Don’t Fall for These BYOD Dangers")

Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) is a solution that has grown more popular over the past decade or so, primarily because more employees already own devices capable of running work-related applications. The employee gets to use a device they already know and love, while the employer saves money from the cost of equipping that employee. That said, the security risks associated with BYOD can undermine an ill-prepared implementation and open the door to potential legal action.

Tags:

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

  [0 Comments](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/don-t-fall-for-these-byod-dangers#comments)

 [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/don-t-fall-for-these-byod-dangers)

 [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu)

##  [When the Smart Office Creates Stupid Security Problems](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/when-the-smart-office-creates-stupid-security-problems)

  Monday, 17 November 2025

  [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)

 [ ![When the Smart Office Creates Stupid Security Problems](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/images/easyblog_shared/November_2025/11-17-24/b2ap3_large_OfficeDangers_1728106816_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/when-the-smart-office-creates-stupid-security-problems "When the Smart Office Creates Stupid Security Problems")

Have you ever considered investing in smart technology for your office? We’re talking, of course, about the smart appliances, lights, thermostats, and so on, all of which make your office feel like you stepped into a sci-fi movie. As IT experts, it would be wrong for us to let you implement all these shiny new solutions without considering the security implications.

Our question to you is this: are you willing to leave glaring security weaknesses in your infrastructure for the sake of being considered “high-tech?” We hope the answer is an emphatic “no.”

Tags:

  [Security](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/security)   [Technology](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/technology)   [Network Security](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/network-security)

  [0 Comments](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/when-the-smart-office-creates-stupid-security-problems#comments)

 [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/when-the-smart-office-creates-stupid-security-problems)

 [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu)

##  [Are Your Ex-Employees Still in Your System?](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/are-your-ex-employees-still-in-your-system)

  Friday, 14 November 2025

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

  [Datalyst Blog](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/categories/blog)   [Business](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/categories/business)

 [ ![Are Your Ex-Employees Still in Your System?](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/images/easyblog_shared/November_2025/11-14-24/b2ap3_large_Offboarding_1765747027_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/are-your-ex-employees-still-in-your-system "Are Your Ex-Employees Still in Your System?")

When an employee leaves your business, they go through (or they should, at least) a comprehensive offboarding process where you collect their keys, laptops, and other assets you gave them to do their jobs. You may have collected these physical keys, but certainly not their digital keys. You might still see them pop up in the instant messaging app, or you might find recent activity from their account in your shared drive, all of which is problematic.

If you’re not careful, ex-employees might still be using company resources for their own personal use, and this can create a serious security risk for your business—not to mention the legal ramifications should anything bad happen.

Tags:

  [Employee](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/employee)   [Onboarding](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/onboarding)   [Business](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/business)

  [0 Comments](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/are-your-ex-employees-still-in-your-system#comments)

 [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/are-your-ex-employees-still-in-your-system)

 [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu)

##  [Why Cyberattackers and Other Grifters are Obsessed With Cryptocurrency](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/why-cyberattackers-and-other-grifters-are-obsessed-with-cryptocurrency)

  Wednesday, 12 November 2025

  [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)

 [ ![Why Cyberattackers and Other Grifters are Obsessed With Cryptocurrency](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/images/easyblog_shared/November_2025/11-12-24/b2ap3_large_CyberattackCrypto_228139976_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/why-cyberattackers-and-other-grifters-are-obsessed-with-cryptocurrency "Why Cyberattackers and Other Grifters are Obsessed With Cryptocurrency")

Cryptocurrency has brought about innovative new technology for use in the business world, but it’s also created more headaches, primarily due to ransomware. With ransomware, a malicious entity can lock down your computer files and demand a cryptocurrency ransom in exchange for your data’s safe return. So, why is cryptocurrency the chosen currency for these kinds of transactions?

Tags:

  [Ransomware](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/ransomware)   [Technology](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/technology)   [Security](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/security)

  [0 Comments](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/why-cyberattackers-and-other-grifters-are-obsessed-with-cryptocurrency#comments)

 [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/why-cyberattackers-and-other-grifters-are-obsessed-with-cryptocurrency)

 [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu)

##  [You Get What You Pay For with Cheap Antivirus](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/you-get-what-you-pay-for-with-cheap-antivirus)

  Monday, 10 November 2025

  [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)

 [ ![You Get What You Pay For with Cheap Antivirus](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/images/easyblog_shared/November_2025/11-10-24/b2ap3_large_CheapAntivirus_947986581_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/you-get-what-you-pay-for-with-cheap-antivirus "You Get What You Pay For with Cheap Antivirus")

So, you’ve added an antivirus to your business’ cybersecurity protections. That’s great—it’s an essential element of the comprehensive defenses that a modern business needs. However, it is important that the antivirus you’re relying on is, in fact, reliable.

Let’s go over how not all antivirus tools are the same, and what makes it so important to implement one that meets your business’ needs and protects against the threats you would otherwise have to deal with.

Tags:

  [IT Services](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/it-services)   [Malware](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/malware)   [Security](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/security)

  [0 Comments](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/you-get-what-you-pay-for-with-cheap-antivirus#comments)

 [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/you-get-what-you-pay-for-with-cheap-antivirus)

 [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu)

##  [If Your Current IT Support is “Fine,” You Need Something Better](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/if-your-current-it-support-is-fine-you-need-something-better)

  Friday, 07 November 2025

  [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)

 [ ![If Your Current IT Support is “Fine,” You Need Something Better](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/images/easyblog_shared/November_2025/11-07-24/b2ap3_large_data-center_1523599237_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/if-your-current-it-support-is-fine-you-need-something-better "If Your Current IT Support is “Fine,” You Need Something Better")

Let me ask you something: how well does your current IT support function?

If your first instinct is to say something vaguely positive, like “good” or “fine,” you’re probably missing out on significant benefits that could come from a more immersive and fleshed-out service delivery, rather than a stopgap meant to preserve the status quo. If your provider has never asked you about the future and your goals for it, it may be time to seek what else is out there.

Tags:

  [Technology](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/technology)   [IT Support](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/it-support-1)   [Managed Service](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/managed-service)

  [0 Comments](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/if-your-current-it-support-is-fine-you-need-something-better#comments)

 [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/if-your-current-it-support-is-fine-you-need-something-better)

 [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu)

##  [3 Ways Your Business Should Never Use Generative AI](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/3-ways-your-business-should-never-use-generative-ai)

  Wednesday, 05 November 2025

  [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)

 [ ![3 Ways Your Business Should Never Use Generative AI](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/images/easyblog_shared/November_2025/11-05-24/b2ap3_large_NoAI_1461489028_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/3-ways-your-business-should-never-use-generative-ai "3 Ways Your Business Should Never Use Generative AI")

With the rise of generative AI infiltrating pretty much every sector of society, it’s no wonder that businesses are finding creative new ways to use it for their gain. However, you need to be especially careful when using generative AI in the workplace. Today, we want to cover three common no-no’s that your business should keep in mind as it navigates the wild landscape that is AI.

Tags:

  [Privacy](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/privacy)   [Business](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/business)   [AI](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/ai)

  [0 Comments](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/3-ways-your-business-should-never-use-generative-ai#comments)

 [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/3-ways-your-business-should-never-use-generative-ai)

 [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu)

##  [5 Telltale Signs It's Time for a Change in IT Support](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/5-telltale-signs-it-s-time-for-a-change-in-it-support)

  Tuesday, 04 November 2025

  [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)

 [ ![5 Telltale Signs It's Time for a Change in IT Support](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/images/easyblog_articles/1649/b2ap3_large_Failing_IT_Support_1416417530_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/5-telltale-signs-it-s-time-for-a-change-in-it-support "5 Telltale Signs It's Time for a Change in IT Support")

You’ve got a business to run, and the last thing you need is for your technology to throw a wrench in the works. You’ve entrusted your IT to a support provider, but lately, you’ve had a nagging feeling that things aren’t quite right. Are you just being paranoid, or is your IT support really failing your business?

Let’s cut to the chase and look at five warning signs that it might be time to find a new IT partner.

Tags:

  [Business](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/business)   [Managed Service](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/managed-service)   [IT Support](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/it-support-1)

  [0 Comments](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/5-telltale-signs-it-s-time-for-a-change-in-it-support#comments)

 [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/5-telltale-signs-it-s-time-for-a-change-in-it-support)

 [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu)

##  [The Limitations of Tape Backup (And Why BDR Is Better)](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/the-limitations-of-tape-backup-and-why-bdr-is-better)

  Monday, 03 November 2025

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

  [Datalyst Blog](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/categories/blog)   [Best Practices](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/categories/best-practices)

 [ ![The Limitations of Tape Backup (And Why BDR Is Better)](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/images/easyblog_shared/November_2025/11-03-24/b2ap3_large_TapeBDR_9303581_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/the-limitations-of-tape-backup-and-why-bdr-is-better "The Limitations of Tape Backup (And Why BDR Is Better)")

Remember tape backup? For some SMBs who have moved on, this form of data backup is a clunky and frustrating relic of the past. But if you aren’t remembering it and are instead still dealing with it, you might be experiencing some operational frustrations of your own. Today, we want to cover a better solution—one that takes the unpredictability out of business continuity.

Tags:

  [Data](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/data)   [Backup](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/backup)   [Data Recovery](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/data-recovery)

  [0 Comments](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/the-limitations-of-tape-backup-and-why-bdr-is-better#comments)

 [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/the-limitations-of-tape-backup-and-why-bdr-is-better)

 [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu)

##  [How AI is Depicted in Horror Says a Lot About Us](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/how-ai-is-depicted-in-horror-says-a-lot-about-us)

  Friday, 31 October 2025

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

  [Datalyst Blog](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/categories/blog)   [Miscellaneous](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/categories/miscellaneous)

 [ ![How AI is Depicted in Horror Says a Lot About Us](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/images/easyblog_shared/October_2025/10-31-25/b2ap3_large_ai-halloween_536920984_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/how-ai-is-depicted-in-horror-says-a-lot-about-us "How AI is Depicted in Horror Says a Lot About Us")

The horror genre has always been a means of shining a light on society's fears and concerns, often using metaphor to convey its message. In the spirit of the holiday, let’s consider some of the films over the years that have used artificial intelligence to teach us lessons through the ever-so-effective format of fear.

Tags:

  [Miscellaneous](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/miscellaneous)   [Holiday](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/holiday)   [AI](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/ai)

  [0 Comments](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/how-ai-is-depicted-in-horror-says-a-lot-about-us#comments)

 [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/how-ai-is-depicted-in-horror-says-a-lot-about-us)

 [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu)

##  [The IoT Can Be Great for Your Business… With the Right Focus Behind It](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/newsletter-content/the-iot-can-be-great-for-your-business-with-the-right-focus-behind-it)

  Thursday, 30 October 2025

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

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

 [ ![The IoT Can Be Great for Your Business… With the Right Focus Behind It](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/images/easyblog_shared/November_2025_Newsletters/1.0/b2ap3_large_LEAD_IOTStrategies_406617768_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/newsletter-content/the-iot-can-be-great-for-your-business-with-the-right-focus-behind-it "The IoT Can Be Great for Your Business… With the Right Focus Behind It")

The Internet of Things is not a futuristic concept; it's a fundamental part of many modern businesses. IoT devices generate a wealth of data that can be used in several ways. Unfortunately, deploying IoT devices isn't enough. To get the most out of your IoT investments and ensure a strong ROI, you need a smart, strategic approach. Here are the best strategies businesses can use to get the most out of their IoT investments.

Tags:

  [Data](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/data)   [Security](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/security)   [Innovation](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/innovation)

  [0 Comments](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/newsletter-content/the-iot-can-be-great-for-your-business-with-the-right-focus-behind-it#comments)

 [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/newsletter-content/the-iot-can-be-great-for-your-business-with-the-right-focus-behind-it)

 [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu)

##  [Don't Feed the Machines by Sharing Sensitive Data with Public AI](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/don-t-feed-the-machines-by-sharing-sensitive-data-with-public-ai)

  Thursday, 30 October 2025

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

  [Datalyst Blog](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/categories/blog)   [Best Practices](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/categories/best-practices)

 [ ![Don't Feed the Machines by Sharing Sensitive Data with Public AI](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/images/easyblog_articles/1648/b2ap3_large_Public_AI_Risks_968039662_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/don-t-feed-the-machines-by-sharing-sensitive-data-with-public-ai "Don't Feed the Machines by Sharing Sensitive Data with Public AI")

Did you know that the world’s most powerful supercomputer, Frontier, can perform over a quintillion calculations per second? That's a 1 with 18 zeros after it! This incredible power is what fuels the AI tools we're all starting to use.

However, as the old saying goes, *"with great power comes great responsibility."* While AI can be a game-changer for businesses, it also opens up a new can of worms when it comes to data security. Many businesses are unknowingly putting their most sensitive information at risk by using public AI models.

Tags:

  [AI](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/ai)   [Data](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/data)   [Security](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/security)

  [0 Comments](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/don-t-feed-the-machines-by-sharing-sensitive-data-with-public-ai#comments)

 [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/don-t-feed-the-machines-by-sharing-sensitive-data-with-public-ai)

 [  First Page ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [  Previous Page ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu?start=120) [ 3 ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu?start=40) [ 4 ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu?start=60) [ 5 ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu?start=80) [ 6 ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu?start=100) [ 7 ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu?start=120) [ 8 ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/javascript:void(0);) [ 9 ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu?start=160) [ 10 ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu?start=180) [ 11 ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu?start=200) [ 12 ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu?start=220) [  Next Page ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu?start=160) [  Last Page ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu?start=1700)