AI Is Only As Smart As Your Data

AI Is Only As Smart As Your Data

AI is being added to business tools at a rapid pace. From search assistants to automated reporting, many organizations expect faster answers and better decisions. But there’s a basic limitation that often gets ignored. AI can only work with the information it’s given. An AI is not intelligent in the traditional sense. LLMs will predict...

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The Year in IT: What We Learned and How to Stay Ahead in 2026

The Year in IT: What We Learned and How to Stay Ahead in 2026

As 2025 wraps up it’s clear that technology is growing faster than ever, and businesses that adapt early are the ones seeing the biggest gains. Across every industry, advancements in artificial intelligence, cloud computing, data analytics, and cybersecurity shaped the past year. These same areas will influence the strategic decisions leaders make in 2026. This...

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The Sneakiest Phishing Scams of 2025

The Sneakiest Phishing Scams of 2025

Phishing attacks are evolving faster than ever. Cybercriminals are using advanced tactics, automation, and artificial intelligence to make their scams more convincing and harder to detect. As a result, even well-trained users can fall for messages that appear completely legitimate. At Tech42, we help organizations stay ahead of these threats. Let’s look at the newest...

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Data Loss Prevention: Your Magical Ward Against Losing Everything

Data Loss Prevention: Your Magical Ward Against Losing Everything

As we’ve covered previously, your data is vulnerable. Your data infrastructure is like a haunted house, with some new spooky scary ready to jump out at you at any moment. Whether that’s a ghoulish shadow attacking your systems, an insider threat accidentally deleting the wrong file, or a mainframe filled with creepy crawly bugs, or...

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Protecting Your Business from Insider Threats

Protecting Your Business from Insider Threats

The Risks No One Talks About When you think of cybersecurity threats, you probably imagine faceless hackers somewhere overseas trying to break into your network. But the truth is, some of the biggest risks to your business might already have access. Insider threats don’t always come from bad actors. In fact, many of them are...

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Help! My Files Are Gone! A Guide to Data Recovery (Before It’s Too Late)

Help! My Files Are Gone! A Guide to Data Recovery (Before It’s Too Late)

Losing important files feels a little like losing your mind. One minute everything’s where it should be—and the next, it’s gone. Whether it’s client documents, financial records, or that massive spreadsheet you swore you saved, missing files can bring your business to a standstill. But before you spiral, let’s talk about what to do right...

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Think You’re Too Small for a Cyber Attack? Think Again

Think You’re Too Small for a Cyber Attack? Think Again

When a small business gets hit with ransomware, it often comes as a complete shock. After all, many business owners think, “We’re not a big corporation. We’re just a local company with 20 employees – who would want to target us?” But that’s exactly the kind of thinking cybercriminals count on. Small businesses are the...

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Summer Cybersecurity Game Plan: Staying Safe When Work Gets Flexible

Summer Cybersecurity Game Plan: Staying Safe When Work Gets Flexible

Summer’s here – and for most businesses, that means more time out of the office, more employees working remotely, and fewer hands on deck. While that sounds like a recipe for relaxation, it’s also prime time for cybersecurity threats.  When your team is scattered and your guard is down, hackers take advantage. Here’s your cybersecurity...

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Tech Troubleshooting 101: Quick Fixes for Common IT Problems

Tech Troubleshooting 101: Quick Fixes for Common IT Problems

We’ve all been there: your computer freezes, the printer won’t connect, or your email refuses to send, right when you need it most. Before you panic (or call your IT provider in a flurry of frustration), try these quick fixes for the most common office tech issues. 1. Computer Won’t Turn On Check the basics...

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Alexa, Are You Secure? A Look at IoT Device Vulnerabilities

Alexa, Are You Secure? A Look at IoT Device Vulnerabilities

From smart doorbells and thermostats to voice assistants and baby monitors, IoT (Internet of Things) devices are everywhere. They’re convenient. They’re cool. And they can be very vulnerable. The more “smart” devices we connect to our homes and offices, the more entry points we create for cybercriminals. And it turns out, your Alexa or Ring...

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Don’t Panic: A Hitchhiker’s Guide to Hitchhiker Viruses

Don’t Panic: A Hitchhiker’s Guide to Hitchhiker Viruses

When Douglas Adams wrote “The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy,” he probably wasn’t thinking about email attachments or phishing scams. But in the modern digital galaxy, there’s something you absolutely don’t want hitchhiking through your systems: malicious code. Hitchhiker viruses – named because they sneak into your network by catching a ride on downloads, email...

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Spring Cleaning for Your IT: A Routine IT Maintenance Checklist

Spring Cleaning for Your IT: A Routine IT Maintenance Checklist

Spring is the perfect time to clear out the clutter – not just in your office, but in your IT systems, too. Just like a well-organized workspace leads to better productivity, a properly maintained IT infrastructure keeps your business running smoothly and securely. At Tech42, we help our clients maintain their systems year-round, ensuring optimal...

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