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Featured May 20, 2026

The “Backup Exit” Strategy: Can You Move Your Data Without the Vendor’s Help?

When you first sign up for a software-as-a-service (SaaS) platform, everything is designed to feel effortless.  The problem is that the first real test of a SaaS relationship isn’t the onboarding. It’s…

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May 15, 2026
Micro-SaaS Vetting: The 5-Minute Security Check for Browser Add-ons
Browser add-ons have a funny reputation. They feel “small”. A quick install. A tiny productivity boost. A harmless…
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May 10, 2026
LinkedIn “Social Engineering”: Protecting Your Staff from Fake Recruitment Scams
A fake recruiter message is one of the cleanest social engineering tricks around because it doesn’t look like…
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May 5, 2026
“Clean Desk” 2.0: Securing Your Home Office from Physical Data Leaks
In the traditional office, a “Clean Desk” policy was a simple habit: shred the sensitive stuff, lock it…
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April 30, 2026
The Essential Checklist for Securing Company Laptops at Home
At home, security incidents don’t look like dramatic movie hacks. They look like stepping away from your laptop…
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April 25, 2026
The 2026 Guide to Uncovering Unsanctioned Cloud Apps
If you want to uncover unsanctioned cloud apps, don’t begin with a policy. Start with your browser history.…
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April 20, 2026
Stop Ransomware in Its Tracks: A 5-Step Proactive Defense Plan
Ransomware isn’t a jump scare. It’s a slow build. In many cases, it begins days, or even weeks,…
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