TECH TALK MONTHLY - April Edition

Welcome to Tech Talk Monthly, your source for the latest technology and business news. In this issue, we'll be covering a range of topics from data privacy protection to Microsoft Forms and the latest updates in the world of technology. Let's dive in!

Is Privacy Truly Lost in Today's World?

In today's digital age, data privacy is a growing concern for individuals and businesses alike. Companies like Facebook are tracking all digital purchases made on third-party sites, raising questions about how to protect personal information. Fortunately, there are ways to protect your data, such as turning off tracking features and using digital tools to block unwanted tracking and data leakage. Stay informed and stay safe.

Why Data Protection Is More Important Than Ever

Backing up data has been around for decades, but as the threat landscape evolves, data protection has become critical. Sleeper ransomware and supply chain attacks are just a few of the modern threats to data backups. It's not enough to simply back up data anymore; companies need to consider data protection when planning their backup and recovery strategies. When reviewing a backup solution, look for features like ransomware prevention, continuous data protection, threat identification, and zero-trust tactics.

Microsoft Forms: One of the Handiest Freebies in Microsoft 365

Did you know that with a Microsoft 365 subscription, you get access to over 20 different apps, including Microsoft Forms? Forms is a drag-and-drop form, quiz, and survey creator that's easy to use and allows you to send out surveys via a link. Recipients can fill out your form online from any device. The best part? It's included in your Microsoft 365 subscription, so you can start using it today.

Every Company Is Now a Technology Company

Regardless of the industry you're in, technology is now a critical part of running a business. Customers expect an excellent digital experience, employees need devices to drive productivity, and AI and automation help companies stay competitive. Information is being generated at a rapid pace, and vendors and suppliers are leaving legacy systems behind. It's difficult to grow without tech innovation, and business continuity needs require technology to be a top priority.

6 Steps to Effective Vulnerability Management for Your Technology

With technology vulnerabilities being an unfortunate side effect of innovation, it's crucial to have a vulnerability management plan in place. Identifying your assets, performing a vulnerability assessment, prioritising vulnerabilities by threat level, remediating vulnerabilities, documenting activities, and scheduling your next vulnerability assessment scan are all key steps to effective vulnerability management.

Windows 8.1 Just Lost All Support. Here's What You Need to Know.

Microsoft officially retired Windows 8.1 on 10th January 2023. While the operating system will still technically work, your system will no longer receive security patches. Options for upgrading are Windows 10 or 11. Don't leave yourself vulnerable to security risks or compatibility issues - consider upgrading to a supported operating system.

Welcome to the Team, Laurence!

We're excited to welcome Laurence to our IT support team! With years of experience in the industry, Laurence brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to our team. He is known for his excellent problem-solving skills and dedication to going above and beyond for his clients. We're thrilled to have him on board and look forward to seeing him thrive here at Express IT. Welcome to the team, Laurence!

We Love Referrals!

At Express IT, we believe that the greatest gift anyone can give us is a referral to your friends. Referrals help us keep costs down so we can pass the savings to our clients. If you refer a friend and they become a client, we'll gift them the first month of service for free, and we'll gift you a ￡100 Amazon Gift Voucher to say thank you. Simply introduce us via email to [email protected], and we'll take it from there. We promise to look after your friend's business with a high level of care and attention, just like we do with all our clients.

We hope you enjoyed reading Tech Talk Monthly and found the information informative and useful. Stay tuned for more technology and business news in next month's issue. If you have any questions or suggestions for future topics, please don't hesitate to contact us at [email protected]. Thank you for choosing Express IT as your technology partner.