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Nagios XI 2026: Smarter Dashboards, Better Onboarding

Nov 21, 2025

Nagios XI 2026: Smarter Dashboards, Better Onboarding

Nagios Enterprises has launched Nagios XI 2026, bringing compelling updates that reinforce its reputation as a powerful, flexible, and modern monitoring platform. With a renewed focus on usability, scalability, and visual clarity, the new release delivers features that benefit both seasoned admins and newcomers. 1. Smart Dashboards — Next-Gen Visualization At the heart of this …

CrowdStrike’s Next‑Gen MDR named #1

Jul 29, 2025

CrowdStrike’s Next‑Gen MDR named #1

What You Need to Know: CrowdStrike Named 2025 MDR Leader We wanted to share some big news that directly supports why we’ve chosen the partners we work with to help protect your business. In the latest Frost Radar™: Global Managed Detection and Response (MDR) report, CrowdStrike was ranked the #1 provider for 2025. That means …

Using a Managed Service Provider (MSP): Enhancing Security and Reducing Liability

Feb 07, 2025

Using a Managed Service Provider (MSP): Enhancing Security and Reducing Liability

Businesses rely heavily on their IT infrastructure to keep operations running smoothly and efficiently. While traditional break-fix IT support may have been sufficient in the past, it is no longer the optimal solution for modern businesses. Instead, partnering with a Managed Service Provider (MSP) offers numerous benefits, particularly in enhancing security and reducing liability. Proactive …

Cybersecurity Month: Tips for Business Owners

Sep 30, 2024

Cybersecurity Month: Tips for Business Owners

October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month, a perfect time for small business owners to reflect on their cybersecurity practices and ensure their business is protected against cyber threats. As a small business owner, you might think that cybercriminals only target large corporations, but the reality is that small businesses are often seen as easy targets. Here …

Wi‑Fi danger icon

Jul 16, 2024

Microsoft’s Local Wi-Fi Vulnerability in Windows

An overview of a Windows Wi‑Fi driver vulnerability, exploitation considerations, and mitigation steps—patching and safe network practices.

AI Demands Massive Energy

Jun 25, 2024

AI Demands Massive Energy

Data Centers: The Powerhouses Behind AI When we interact with AI systems, we often don’t realize the massive infrastructure supporting them. These behemoths are data centers, housing thousands of servers that operate 24/7 and their voracious appetite for energy is a growing concern. Global Electricity Demand: The International Energy Agency (IEA) predicts that global data center …

IT Penetration Testing for Small Business

Feb 16, 2024

IT Penetration Testing for Small Business

What Is Penetration Testing? At its core, penetration testing (often called “pen testing”) is ethical hacking. In this process, a company hires security professionals to simulate an attack on their systems. The goal is to identify vulnerabilities that malicious actors could exploit. Unlike dealing with a real data breach, where the aftermath can be costly and damaging, …

Exploring Microsoft Copilot for Business

Jan 08, 2024

Exploring Microsoft Copilot for Business

In recent years, the technology landscape has witnessed a surge in advancements that are reshaping the way businesses operate. One such innovation that has garnered attention is Microsoft Copilot. Launched as a collaborative coding tool, Microsoft Copilot is now making waves in the business world, promising to revolutionize productivity and streamline development processes. In this …

Google Domains to Shut Down, Sold to Squarespace

Aug 21, 2023

Google Domains to Shut Down, Sold to Squarespace

Google has announced that it is shutting down its domain registrar business, Google Domains. The service will be winding down following a transition period, with Squarespace taking over the business and assets. A history of shutting down good projects The announcement came as a surprise to many, as Google Domains had only recently exited beta …

Using Nagios XI to Monitor More Than Servers and Network Devices

Apr 17, 2023

Using Nagios XI to Monitor More Than Servers and Network Devices

Nagios XI is a powerful network monitoring tool that is typically used to monitor servers, applications, and network devices. However, Nagios XI can also be used for a number of unusual purposes. Here are a few examples: Monitoring physical security: Nagios XI can be used to monitor physical security devices, such as door locks, motion sensors, …