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News & Computer Tips
February 29, 2016
Dropbox is free, easy and accessible from home.
September 27, 2016
Follow these tips to manage your inbox and not feel overwhelmed by it.
November 1, 2016
Move the business email into the cloud via Hosted Exchange for synchronization across devices.
April 11, 2017
The following is an important advisory for any all Microsoft® Office users of a new zero-day attack that installs malware onto fully patched systems running Microsoft's operating system via an Office vulnerability.
April 13, 2017
Microsoft has rolled out a patch that addresses the Word attachment vulnerability that we advised of on Monday. GSC IT Solutions recommends that you […]
May 13, 2017
Please protect your Windows computers by making sure you’ve applied the latest updates. You can do this by running Windows Update until there no more new updates to be applied. You should also make sure...
June 29, 2017
A new strain of the Petya ransomware is affecting businesses across the world. The ransomware uses multiple techniques to spread, including the same Microsoft Windows “EternalBlue” exploit used by the WannaCry...
October 26, 2017
A serious vulnerability was discovered in the WPA2 (IEEE 802.11i) encryption protocol used in Wi-Fi networking. The latest vulnerability known as KRACK (key reinstallation attacks) allows attackers, within proximity, to view...
November 16, 2017
Two Companies with the same commitment to technological innovation and customer service come together to deliver superior products and support...
June 6, 2018
Leave the day-to-day IT management to GSC IT Solutions, and you can stay focused on what really matters—your business. Our new GSCare Comprehensive Managed Services plans make it easy for...
June 6, 2018
Having invented the first network camera back in 1996, Axis is a well-known leader in network video patented technologies. This partnership allows us to bring our customers cost-effective surveillance solutions...
April 26, 2019
When most people consider the need to back up their critical business data they commonly consider it as insurance policy against equipment failure or natural disaster to ensure they can minimize the impact on these events have on their business operations.
May 9, 2019
In an effort to offer our clients a structured security awareness and compliance training program, GSC IT Solutions recently partnered with KnowBe4, provider of the world's largest security awareness training and simulated phishing platform.
September 12, 2019
Star2Star specializes in innovative business VoIP solutions that help businesses of all sizes in any industry stay connected to what matters.
November 15, 2019
GSC IT Solutions has been a partner of Hewlett Packard (HP) for several years, but in early 2019 made the decision to formally […]
November 19, 2019
Once a product reaches its end-of-life, no new features, fixes or security updates are released for it. GSC IT Solutions is placing a heavy focus in 2019 to assist businesses developing and implementing plans...
November 27, 2019
Happy Thanksgiving from GSC IT Solutions! We will be closed on Thursday, November 28 and Friday, November 29 so our employees can enjoy […]
December 11, 2019
It’s that time of year again: online holiday shopping! With half of all holiday shopping done online, that leaves shoppers open to the numerous […]
December 23, 2019
Happy Holidays from GSC IT Solutions! We will be closed on Wednesday, December 25th so our employees can enjoy the holiday with their […]
March 15, 2020
Via technologyreview.com Later this year, Dutch researchers will complete a quantum internet between Delft and the Hague. An internet based on quantum physics will […]
March 23, 2020
To our customers, neighbors, and communities: Like everyone, GSC IT Solutions has been paying close attention to the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19). We […]
March 31, 2020
via Inc.com A new report reveals startling details about how you are being tracked everywhere you go. You probably knew that your smartphone is tracking […]
April 3, 2020
via ZDNet.com Just when you thought you had a handle on what Microsoft 365 is, Microsoft is changing some (but not all) of the […]
April 6, 2020
via Inc.com With the number of people working from home skyrocketing, hackers are going to work. Zoom quickly became the go-to tool for remote teams, […]
May 14, 2020
via zdnet.com Microsoft beefs up chat features in Microsoft Teams to take on rivals like Zoom and Google Meet. With Microsoft Teams use exploding […]
May 27, 2020
Want to make a strong password that’s very hard to crack? Follow these steps: This guideline is just a small part of the Security Awareness […]
July 15, 2020
You may be participating in more video calls these days, whether in a virtual meeting for a community group or just hanging out with […]
July 31, 2020
via ZDNET.com Microsoft has announced that a raft of new Microsoft Teams features which it flagged earlier this month will be reaching end users […]
August 26, 2020
Via zdnet Businesses may not be able to dictate what devices employees keep on their home networks, there are still many options available to […]
September 9, 2020
via cnet.com The once-dominant web browser appears ready for retirement. Internet Explorer’s days have been numbered since Microsoft launched its Edge browser five years […]
September 23, 2020
via wsj.com Equifax Inc. EFX -0.59% had spent years working to repair its reputation after a massive data breach when lockdown orders meant office […]
September 27, 2020
Windows 10 version 20H2 will be widely released next month, and should take only minutes to install. Here are all of the new features […]
October 28, 2020
via wsj.com 9/14/20 Cloud-computing giants try to hook small companies; ‘If you’re a startup, having a big brother doesn’t hurt’ Microsoft Corp. and Amazon.com […]
November 19, 2020
GSC IT Solutions is moving effective December 1, 2020. We are relocating to a new, larger location that supports our continued growth. We’ll also […]
January 28, 2021
Manage Your Privacy Settings Want to view or change your privacy/security settings, but don’t know where to find them? Use the link below to […]
February 9, 2021
Smartphones and tablets don’t like cold weather. When a lithium-ion battery is exposed to low temperatures, it can drain faster than normal or indicate it […]
February 11, 2021
Via zdnet.com Microsoft is continuing to try to simplify the management of Windows 10 PCs for businesses and education customers, this time with a […]
February 17, 2021
via msn.com The new Microsoft Edge has been out for over a year, and now it’s set to replace the old Edge on Windows […]
February 25, 2021
via zdnet.com Microsoft and SAP are committing again this year to expanding their strategic partnership, but this time involving Microsoft Teams. For the past […]
March 3, 2021
via zdnet.com Where do you draw the line on personal privacy? The right options are different for everyone. In this guide, I show you […]
March 10, 2021
Microsoft Teams is Microsoft’s take on chat-based communication for business, its answer to competing platforms such as Slack and Atlassian’s HipChat. In its simplest […]
May 10, 2021
Via techrepublic.com Cybercriminals have changed tactics since COVID-19, with surgically precise social engineering attacks targeting business apps replacing batch-and-blast phishing. A survey of IT professionals […]
May 17, 2021
Via zdnet.com Microsoft is making it tougher for users who’ve looked to Long Term Servicing Updates as a way to avoid feature updates for […]
May 26, 2021
via cnet.com The latest major Windows update brought some new tricks for your browser, Start menu and more. Here’s how to use them. The […]
June 8, 2021
via techrepublic.com A lack of confidence in companies’ defenses is prompting 91% of organizations to boost 2021 budgets, according to a new IDG/Insight Enterprises […]
February 8, 2022
Safer Internet Day aims to not only create a safer internet but also a better internet, where everyone is empowered to use technology responsibly, […]
March 1, 2022
Due to the escalating political tensions with Russia the Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), which is part of the U.S. Department of Homeland […]
March 18, 2022
via makeuseof.com From March 2022, Microsoft 365 will be more expensive for its commercial users. Let’s explore why Microsoft is doing this. Since launching […]
March 24, 2022
As the world’s leading provider of IT solutions delivered by Managed Service Providers (MSPs), Datto believes there is no limit to what small and […]
June 13, 2022
This year GSC IT Solutions is celebrating the big 4-0! We’ve been happy to have our GSC IT team as a part of […]
June 20, 2022
via CNET Microsoft ended support for Internet Explorer on Wednesday, putting its aging web browser out to pasture after nearly 27 years. A South […]
July 12, 2022
Even with a robust security posture, businesses are still at risk if they don’t take the time to properly train their employees to ensure […]
October 10, 2022
October is Cybersecurity awareness month! Our partners at KnowBe4 have released a free resource kit with tips to help secure your company against today’s […]
November 17, 2022
We invite you to read our latest case study on Temco Tool! —- The Problem: As a leading manufacturer within the aerospace and defense […]
March 31, 2023
We’re fortunate enough to have access to the most powerful computers to date, but what would you do if you lost everything on your […]
April 21, 2023
We had a great time exhibiting at the Greater Concord Chamber of Commerce’s 32nd Annual Business Showcase on April 13th. The Chamber’s biggest networking […]
October 3, 2023
via techtarget.com Artificial intelligence is the simulation of human intelligence processes by machines, especially computer systems. Specific applications of AI include expert systems, natural […]
March 6, 2024
Waypoint Background With sixteen locations across the state of New Hampshire, Waypoint’s mission is to empower people of all ages through an array of […]
July 9, 2024
The hype and security concern surrounding artificial intelligence (AI) is growing. Microsoft Copilot is an AI-powered tool that helps users with Microsoft 365 applications […]
August 29, 2024
Microsoft has announced that Windows 10 will reach its end of life on October 14, 2025. This marks the end of an era for […]