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3 Reasons You Need A Camera Cover for Your Laptop

And one for your phone, too! Do you have a camera cover for your computer? What about your phone? If your immediate thought is “Only people who also wear tin-foil hats have camera covers!” you’re in for a treat on this one!  Phone and laptop camera covers are important items to add to your security…

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Stop Hitting “Remind Me Later”: Why You Need to Install Your Computer & Phone Updates Immediately

Skipping Updates Can Cost You Big Time You’re deep in the middle of investigating your high school nemesis’s new Goldendoodle on social media…and you get a popup: “Updates ready to install. Update now?” Grrr! You hit “remind me later,” eager to get back to your very important snooping. Or, maybe your computer is running slower…

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5 Common IT Frustrations and What To Do About Them

The Solutions May Be Easier Than You Think Another accidentally deleted file? Oh, how wonderful.  Spotty internet, just as the client call starts? Splendid!  Few things are more frustrating than IT, right? Delays and issues can make you want to throw your mouse—and sometimes the whole computer—into a pond. It’s not just you.  In today’s…

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Success Story: How Stratti Helped the Chico Area Recreation District Modernize its IT

Annabel Grimm on How Stratti Took IT from Stressful to Simple As a small business manager or owner in 2024, your days are already filled with important decisions. From hiring to payroll to equipment inventory—we know there’s plenty on your plate without also worrying about your internet connection dropping out. As Annabel Grimm, General Manager…

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6 Ways to Cyber Spring Clean Your Biz

Tighten up your cybersecurity with this simple checklist Spring cleaning is usually about Marie Kondo-ing your clothes and shoes, giving the house a good “airing out,” and cleaning behind some things you haven’t pulled away from the wall in… a while.  These days, we must do the same activities in our digital lives—especially if you…

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7 reasons to outsource your IT if you’re a small business

How to maximize your business potential as your team grows In today’s fast-paced digital landscape, small businesses have begun to grapple with effectively managing their Information Technology (IT) needs, especially as their services expand and their cyber security needs grow. If you have more than ten people on your team or are planning to expand…

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What Is Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR)?

What it is, who needs it, and how to get it We know: there are a lot of acronyms to juggle these days, especially in the tech world.  But EDR is one you’re going to find really useful—and fortunately, it’s pretty straightforward. EDR stands for Endpoint Detection and Response.  We hear you asking, “What’s an…

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10 ways to improve your cybersecurity in 10 days

There’s no doubt cybersecurity is a key priority for your business and personal IT safety. But let’s face it: sometimes implementing these protocols can feel overwhelming. Fortunately, Stratti’s got your back. As your trusty IT wingman, we’ve identified 10 quick and easy steps you can take today to improve your cybersecurity posture. Do one a…

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6 Reasons It’s Time to Upgrade from Workgroup to Domain!

Congratulations—your organization is growing!  Maybe you’re going from six to ten workstations. Maybe you’re launching a new line of products on your website. Or perhaps you’re expanding the type of services you provide and you’re hiring several new people.  Growth is good.  But… When is the right time to start thinking about things like access…

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How to Create a Strong Password

Spoiler alert: you’re not as safe as you think you are! Here are how some tips on how to make your password usage safer.  Practically everyone has a smartphone, some kind of computer, and often a tablet tossed in the mix, too—and whether we’re using our devices for work, school, or fun, we’re using passwords…

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