Windows 10 End of Life: What BC Businesses Should Do Now
Windows 10 support ended in October 2025. Here’s the honest, nuanced advice we give clients who are still running it — and what the upgrade actually looks like.
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Cybersecurity
2026 Tax Season Phishing Scams In British Columbia
Canadians lost $704 million to fraud in 2025. Every tax season, CRA impersonation scams and fake T4 emails surge across BC. Here’s how Surrey, Langley, and Lower Mainland businesses can protect themselves.
Restaurant Cybersecurity: A Practical Guide for Vancouver, Surrey, and Langley Operators
If you own or manage a restaurant in Vancouver, Surrey, Langley, or anywhere in the Lower Mainland, your business is a target. Not because you’re famous. Not because you’re processing millions. But because you’re processing credit cards, managing customer data, and running systems that attackers know how to exploit. According to Rogers Cybersecure Catalyst, over […]
Cybersecurity Tips for Local Surrey and Langley Businesses in 2026
First off, why do we always say Surrey and Langley? It’s because our office is in Surrey (Cloverdale) but closer to downtown Langley than downtown Surrey. Meaning we have pretty much a 20 minute driving radius that covers all of Surrey and Langley. We want more clients in Surrey and Langley. We should really get […]
Canada’s 2025 Cyber Threat Report: What BC Small Businesses Need to Know
The Canadian Centre for Cyber Security just released its National Cyber Threat Assessment 2025-2026, and if you run a business in Surrey, Langley, or anywhere in the Lower Mainland, you need to pay attention. The report is Canada’s official intelligence assessment of the threats targeting Canadian organizations right now. The findings are sobering, especially for […]
Gemini vs Copilot: Which AI Assistant Is Right for Your Business
As businesses evaluate AI tools, the choice between Google Gemini and Microsoft Copilot hinges on current productivity platforms and workflow needs. Copilot excels in structured tasks and data analysis within Microsoft 365, while Gemini offers flexibility and creativity in Google Workspace. Choosing the right tool keeps data secure and governance streamlined.
Should Your Business Use ChatGPT?
Canadian small businesses should carefully choose AI tools based on their existing systems to minimize data exposure and risk. For those using Microsoft 365, Microsoft Copilot is recommended, while Google Workspace users should opt for Google Gemini. Establishing a clear AI policy is crucial for protecting sensitive company data.
The Amazon “Account Attackers” Warning: What You Need To Know
If you checked your email this morning and felt a spike of adrenaline, you aren’t alone. A massive wave of security alerts has just gone out to Amazon’s 300 million active users, warning of “account attackers” and “impersonation scams.” This isn’t just your standard spam folder noise. This specific warning is trending globally right now, […]
Cybersecurity Guide for Canadian Small Businesses (2025)
London Drugs faced a crippling ransomware attack in 2024, highlighting the pervasive risks even well-resourced businesses encounter in today’s digital landscape.
24/7 Monitoring Explained: What Raxxos Does for Your Business While You Sleep
When we tell Langley & Surrey business owners that Raxxos provides “24/7 monitoring” as part of our managed IT services and IT support, most people picture someone sitting in a dark room staring at screens all night. That’s not really how it works. Let me show you what’s actually happening behind the scenes at Raxxos […]