Modern IT, Explained in Plain English
Short, practical posts on managed IT, cybersecurity, and Microsoft 365 — written for busy owners, not IT people.
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5 Signs Your Illinois Business Has Outgrown Break-Fix IT
Constant emergencies, slow responses, and repeat issues are all signals that the “call when it breaks” model is holding your team back. Here are five clear signs it’s time for managed IT support.
The Small Business Cybersecurity Starter Pack (Illinois Edition)
A practical starter pack of security basics for Illinois small businesses, clinics, and professional offices — focused on what’s realistic without an enterprise budget.
What Is Managed IT? A Plain-English Guide for Illinois Small Businesses
Confused by buzzwords? This guide walks through what managed IT really is, how it works, and what changes when you move away from “call only when it’s broken.”
Break-Fix vs. Managed IT: Which One Actually Saves You Money?
Paying only when things break feels cheaper — until you add up downtime, lost work, and surprise emergencies. We compare both models with real-world examples.
Microsoft 365 Security Basics for Solo Pros & Small Teams
If your email and files live in Microsoft 365, your business does too. These are the baseline settings to turn on before something goes wrong.
Small Business Cybersecurity Checklist (Illinois Edition)
A prioritized list of must-have protections for Illinois businesses — focused on backups, access control, device security, and practical training your whole team can follow.
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