What are some of the key differentiators that can propel small businesses forward? They include efficiency, productivity, and innovation. Microsoft has expanded the availability of one of its most dynamic tools to SMBs. A tool that can be a real game-changer for growth. Copilot for Microsoft 365 is a powerful new addition to the M365 […]
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Here Are 5 Data Security Trends to Prepare for in 2024
Over 70% of business professionals say their data privacy efforts are worth it. And that their business receives “significant” or “very significant” benefits from those efforts. Staying informed about these trends is crucial. This is true whether you’re an individual or a business safeguarding valuable data. Here are some key areas to watch. 1. The […]
Google & Yahoo’s New DMARC Policy Shows Why Businesses Need Email Authentication… Now
Have you been hearing more about email authentication lately? There is a reason for that. It’s the prevalence of phishing as a major security threat. Phishing continues as the main cause of data breaches and security incidents. This has been the case for many years. A major shift in the email landscape is happening. The […]
Do you need an IT Consultant?
If you own a computer, you have most likely experienced some “tech pain” on occasion. Yes, at times Tech is a Pain! When forging ahead with a “self-help DIY’ approach, results can be a simple fix or catastrophic case of making the problem worse. Either way you may be at a crossroads where a technology […]
New Credential Phishing Campaign is Hitting Inboxes
We have seen a few instances of a new credential phishing email that has been going out today. It is a classic example of a fake “password expiration” phish bait. While email services will start recognizing this soon and start to block them, it is a good example of what these look like so you […]
Password Best Practices
Passwords have become an essential part of our daily lives. We use passwords for everything from social media accounts to online banking. With your banking and medical information available online, the need for secure passwords is more important than ever. Here are our top 5 password practices. Bonus Tips Following password best practices will help […]
The LastPass Data Breach
LastPass the popular password manager, has suffered yet another major breach. This has put customers’ online passwords at risk and endangered their data. In late December, LastPass CEO Karim Toubba acknowledged in a blog post that a security incident the company disclosed in August eventually led to an unauthorized party stealing customer account information and sensitive vault data. […]
Who We Are – Larry Strunk
Larry Strunk with Cogent Technology Solutions has extensive knowledge in CAD drafting, Civil site design, and CAD Standards, in addition to his long experience working with servers, networks, and firewalls. In addition to his full-time position as Senior Systems Administrator since we began, Larry has been an Adjunct Instructor of Civil Drafting and Civil Site […]
Cogent in the Community at Caberfae Peaks
Cogent in the Community! Rich Houk has been involved in youth, high school, and club racing since his kids began racing in 2002. Rich helps out with the technology in use for ski racing and even cameras for monitoring the race courses. He has served as a race official for high school races serving in […]
Cogent in the Community! Tim Anderson
Tim Anderson has been a member of the Cadillac Lions Club for 20 years