July 2025 - S3 Technologies

July 30, 2025
By Ben Mroczek
IT Blog

3 Types of Data You Want to Back Up ASAP

You know your business needs data backup, but do you understand why? Simply put, your business is at risk of total annihilation if it doesn’t have a plan in place to recover lost data, and you don’t want that impending doom hanging over your head. If you’re wondering where to get started, here are three […]

July 28, 2025
By Ben Mroczek
IT Blog

You Need to Upgrade Your PC Now!

The sun is setting on an era. On October 14, 2025, Windows 10 will officially reach its end of support. For millions of users worldwide, this marks a significant turning point, prompting questions, concerns, and perhaps a touch of nostalgia for an operating system that has served faithfully for a decade. So, what exactly does […]

July 25, 2025
By Ben Mroczek
Security

Build Your Human Firewall Today

You’ve probably heard of phishing attacks, but if not, the best way to explain it is with the legend of the Trojan horse. In ancient times, the city of Troy fell when a raiding party, hidden within the belly of a constructed wooden horse, was allowed past the gates. The lesson: deception is the most […]

July 23, 2025
By Ben Mroczek
Tip of the Week

Three Simple IT Habits That Will Immediately Improve Your Workday

Take it from us: technology, for all its benefits, can be frustrating. That being said, it can bring a lot of value to your business when implemented and maintained properly. Let’s talk about some quick habits you can deploy to make your workday much easier when working with business technology.

July 21, 2025
By Ben Mroczek
Security

3 Common Causes of Data Breaches (And How to Avoid Them)

Data breaches are no joke, and they can be so severe that businesses have a hard time bouncing back. Despite the danger, you can somewhat predict when you are at risk of a data breach, and certain actions can be taken to keep them from being fatal (or prevent them entirely). Today, we want to […]

July 18, 2025
By Ben Mroczek
Business

Vendor Management: A Single Point of Contact for All Your Needs

Your small business works with vendors to ensure it has access to all of the tools and services it needs to function, but managing them all can be tedious and tiresome. If you’re not careful with how you manage your vendors, it can become a job in and of itself—and you don’t have time for […]

July 16, 2025
By Ben Mroczek
Tip of the Week

The Next Time You Get Frustrated with IT, Remember This

It’s easy to let issues with your technology cause productivity to crash and burn, especially when you’re in the thick of a major project or a complex task. Frustration is all too common in the office, especially where technology is concerned, but it doesn’t have to ruin your day or kill your productivity. Today, we […]

July 14, 2025
By Ben Mroczek
Technology

The Hidden Costs and Risks of Outdated Technology

It feels good to use tools you’re familiar with, but there comes a time when old tools start to hold you back. You might start to see unexpected costs that only surface over time. Let’s take a look at how you can know when it’s time to update your business’ tech and some of the […]

July 11, 2025
By Ben Mroczek
Security

The 5 Key Components of a Successful Security Strategy

Your business’ security infrastructure does a lot of heavy lifting, primarily due to today’s increasingly sophisticated cybersecurity threats. Companies want to know that their security measures work. To help you make sure you’re doing all you can to protect your infrastructure, we’ve put together five important components for any successful cybersecurity solution strategy.