Posts by Carlos Tanseco
Increasing Productivity with Microsoft PowerToys
Microsoft PowerToys is an application aimed to increase productivity by providing the user with a set of tools and offerings. Originally introduced in the 1990s and resurrected for Windows 10, PowerToys are a collection of free, open-source utilities designed to enhance your Windows experience. Whether you’re a power user or simply looking to streamline your workflow, PowerToys offers a suite of tools that can make your computer usage more efficient and enjoyable. There have been a few new tools and updates showcased in the Microsoft Build 2024 conference. Here is a list of the most notable features with PowerToys so far: PowerToys – Mouse Without Borders If you use multiple … Read more
5 Cyber Threats You Should Know About
5 Cyber Threats As we rapidly progress in this modern age where everything is now connected to the internet, it’s important to know what threats are out there so you can protect yourself. Cyber threats are becoming more advanced and are constantly challenging current security standards. In this rapidly changing digital environment, having the ability to anticipate these 5 common cyber threats could be crucial to the safety of your digital identity. 1. The Revolution of AI and Machine Learning We are officially in an AI boom with no signs of slowing down. With the recently released AI-powered application, ChatGPT from OpenAI, the public now has a taste of … Read more
QR Code Phishing Attacks: Are You Protected?
QR code phishing attacks or “Quishing” are on the rise, and it’s crucial to raise awareness about this evolving threat. Scanning these codes has become second nature to many of us, but have we fully considered the potential risks they pose? The use of QR codes have become increasingly popular due to the events of the COVID-19 pandemic, as it is easier to access information, websites, and services all while minimizing the risk of spreading germs. Since QR codes are more common than ever, it has led to the rise of QR code scams. It’s essential to be aware of the risks they pose and to be able to identify … Read more
Uses of Intune in a Remote Work Environment
Microsoft Intune is the perfect solution to help you manage and secure your remote work environment. It provides easy access to all your apps, data, and resources while ensuring compliance with organizational policies. Get started today and make sure your remote work environment is safe
Implementing External Email Tagging in Outlook
In this blog, let’s discuss implementing an ‘external’ tag identifier on your business email. This feature implements an “External” tag identifier on Outlook for email messages received from outside your organization. Microsoft created this feature in hopes that the external tag will help users easily identify spam and phishing threats from external senders. When someone outside your organization receives an email, an “External” title will be present in Outlook on the web, Outlook for Mac, Outlook for iOS, and Android. After clicking the external tag, the email address for the sender will be shown.