IT advice for SMB leaders

Practical articles written by our team to help you make better technology decisions.

Fake tech support — pop-up scam and remote access
Security

Fake tech support: the only thing they fix is your bank account

An employee receives an alarming pop-up: "Your Windows system is infected! Call technical support immediately." In a panic, they call…

Mar. 2026 6 min
SMB cybersecurity checklist — essential measures
Governance & Compliance

SMB cybersecurity checklist: 15 essential measures

Protecting your business against cyber threats may seem complex, especially for SMBs with limited resources. Yet, the majority of incidents…

Feb. 2026 9 min
Common cyberattacks in Quebec — IT security
Security

The 10 most common cyberattacks in Quebec

Quebec is not immune to cyber threats. In fact, the Canadian Centre for Cyber Security reports a steady increase in incidents targeting businesses…

Feb. 2026 8 min
Managed IT — technician in a server room
Managed IT & MSP

Managed IT: 8 concrete advantages for SMBs

Managed IT services involve entrusting the partial or complete management of your IT infrastructure to…

Jan. 2026 8 min
How much does an MSP cost in Quebec — managed IT pricing
Managed IT & MSP

How much does an MSP cost in Quebec in 2026?

Entrusting IT infrastructure management to a managed service provider (MSP) has become a strategic decision for many Quebec SMBs. But…

Dec. 2025 7 min
Windows 10: end of support in 2025 — should you upgrade to Windows 11 (and what alternatives)?
Security

Windows 10: end of support in 2025 — should you upgrade to Windows 11 (and what alternatives)?

After Windows 10 support ends on October 14, 2025, your PC will still work but will be vulnerable to cyberattacks and security…

Sep. 2025 4 min
Office 2016 & 2019 end of support (October 14, 2025) — Your options
Security

Office 2016 & Office 2019: end of support (October 14, 2025) — what to do now?

On October 14, 2025, Microsoft ends support for Office 2016 and 2019. Concretely: no more security patches, no more support…

Sep. 2025 2 min
Microsoft 365 migration: succeed without disruption (and no surprises)
Cloud & Suites

Microsoft 365 migration: succeed without disruption (and no surprises)

Switching to Microsoft 365 offers modern collaboration, enhanced security and mobility. But a poorly planned migration can break email and productivity. Here is our…

Sep. 2025 1 min
3-2-1-1-0 backups: the anti-ransomware strategy for SMBs
Backups & BCDR

3-2-1-1-0 backups: the anti-ransomware strategy for SMBs

A good backup is better than a paid ransom. The 3-2-1-1-0 rule is now essential to cover modern risks. The rule explained, implementation…

Sep. 2025 1 min
DNS, WAF and Zero Trust: protecting your website and access
Security

DNS, WAF and Zero Trust: protecting your website and access

Most incidents start with phishing or a web vulnerability. Three simple layers drastically strengthen SMB security. 1) Secure DNS 2)…

Aug. 2025 1 min