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Tech Tools to Help You Reach Your Goals
As we head into a new year, many of us are thinking about ways to stay on top of our goals, manage our time better, and keep our tasks organized. Luckily, you don’t need to be a tech wizard to take advantage of the many apps and programs designed to help. Here are...
How Password Managers Protect Your Accounts
Passwords unlock our digital lives. We use them for email, bank accounts, and more. Remembering all these passwords is hard. Password managers help us keep our accounts safe and make our lives easier. What is a Password Manager? A password manager keeps...
How is Your Cyber Hygiene? Essential Tips For 2025
Cyber hygiene is super important. It’s like brushing your teeth but for your online life. Good cyber habits help keep you safe from hackers on the internet. Let’s check some easy ways to stay safe online in 2025. What is Cyber Hygiene? Cyber hygiene...
Unique Tech Gifts for the Holidays
The holiday season is the perfect time to surprise your loved ones with gifts that merge practicality and innovation. Whether you’re looking for a budget-friendly stocking stuffer or an investment-worthy gadget, there’s something for everyone in the world of tech....
C2IT’s Fifth Annual Cookie Decorating Contest
The holiday spirit was flowing yesterday at C2IT. The team enjoyed cookie decorating and a white elephant-esque gift exchange. Our cookie decorating contest contained a lot of creativity from everyone involved. There were a handful of pop culture references in our...
Guide to Smart Windows 11 Settings to Boost Your Productivity
The newest Windows OS is fast gaining ground on Windows 10. As of August 2024, Windows 11 had over 31% of the Windows market share. That is bound to increase fast as Windows 10 retires in 2025. Already upgraded to the new operating system or planning to soon? Then,...
Watch Out for Google Searches – “Malvertising” Is on the Rise!
There are many types of malware. One of the most common is called “malvertising.” It crops up everywhere. Including social media sites and websites. You can also see these malicious ads on Google searches. Two things are making malvertising even more dangerous. One is...
Tech We Can Be Thankful For This Year
As we head into the holiday season, it’s a great time to reflect on some technological advancements we can be grateful for. Technology may move fast, but it’s increasingly designed to help us make more informed decisions, stay connected, and simplify everyday tasks....
Navigating the Challenges of Data Lifecycle Management
Data is one of the most valuable assets a business can have. Managing this data throughout its lifecycle can be challenging. Data lifecycle management (DLM) refers to several processes and policies. They govern the handling, storage, and eventual disposal of data....
6 Simple Steps to Enhance Your Email Security
Email is a fundamental communication tool for businesses and individuals alike. But it’s also a prime target for cybercriminals. Cyberattacks are increasing in sophistication. This means enhancing your email security has never been more critical. Ninety-five percent...
6 Helpful Tips to Troubleshoot Common Business Network Issues
A business network is the lifeblood of operations. It's the digital artery that pumps data through your organization. It enables everything from email to critical applications and cloud services. When problems sever that lifeline, the consequences can be catastrophic....
Client Spotlight: Desert Rose
Over the past 20 years, we at C2IT Consulting have had the opportunity to work alongside businesses and organizations across a variety of spectrums. Sometimes, we get the chance to team up with an organization that is doing amazing work to help others and make the...
Essential Settings to Maximize Your Microsoft 365 Experience
Microsoft 365 is a powerful suite of tools. It helps to enhance productivity and collaboration. This is especially true for small to mid-sized businesses (SMBs). But to get the most out of Microsoft 365, it’s important to optimize its settings. Otherwise, you may only...
C2IT’s Sixth Annual Pumpkin Decorating Contest
2024 marked C2IT's sixth year doing a pumpkin painting contest among the staff. This is an event everyone looks forward to each year. With several new staff additions this year, the competition was particularly fierce. Everyone brought their A game, but only three...
8 Tips for Safeguarding Your Gadgets While Traveling
Traveling with technology has become a necessity. Whether for work, communication, or entertainment, we rely heavily on our devices. But traveling exposes these gadgets to various risks. Theft, damage, and loss are common concerns. We’ve put together some helpful tips...
Streamlining Success – A Guide to Task Automation for Small Enterprises
Running a small business is a whirlwind. You juggle a million tasks and wear countless hats. You also constantly fight the clock. What if you could reclaim some of that precious time? Enter task automation. It’s your secret weapon for streamlining your workflow and...
I Got Scammed! How Did I Know and How Did I Fix It?
Last week, I willingly gave my name, address, phone number, and debit card info to a fraudulent website. You might think that someone like me would be immune to these types of mistakes. After all, I work for an IT company. I help educate people about their online...
Client Spotlight – Strides to Success
Over the past 20 years, C2IT has been honored to partner with some incredible clients to help them leverage their technology to achieve their goals. In early 2024, we were approached with an incredible opportunity to partner with a local non-profit called Strides to...
Plainfield Chamber Golf Outing Recap 2024
While this year's Plainfield Chamber Golf Outing at Deer Creek Golf Club in Clayton was bookended by storms, our team weathered the conditions and represented C2IT well both at our tent and on the golf course as players. Much of our team took shifts helping out at...
Employee Spotlight – Jonathan Chase
We are excited to shine the employee spotlight on Jonathan Chase, our new Development & Operations Engineer who’s already making a significant impact. I got the chance to interview him and dive into some of his experiences and insights so far at C2IT, and I’m...
Phishing 2.0: How AI is Amplifying the Danger and What You Can Do
Phishing has always been a threat. Now, with AI, it's more dangerous than ever. Phishing 2.0 is here. It’s smarter, more convincing, and harder to detect. Understanding this new threat is crucial. A recent study found a 60% increase in AI-driven phishing attacks. This...
Is Your Business Losing Money Because Employees Can’t Use Tech?
Shiny new tech can be exciting! It promises increased efficiency, happier employees, and a competitive edge. It’s also necessary to stay competitive in today’s technology-driven business world. But that promise can turn into a financial nightmare if you neglect two...
Employee Spotlight – Ben Laver
Introducing Ben Laver: Enhancing Our Team at C2IT Consulting At C2IT Consulting, we're excited to welcome Ben Laver as our newest IT Support Technician. Ben’s journey to our team is a story of dedication, community ties, and a passion for technology that perfectly...
Employee Spotlight – Jill Parker
For 20 years, C2IT has been helping small businesses achieve their goals. After many years of this, we have grown to the point of needing help too, specifically in administration. Acknowledging this need, we sought out an expert in office management and landed a star....