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Fake LinkedIn Emails are some of the Most Clicked
KnowBe4 releases a new report each quarter detailing the latest top-clicked phishing email subjects based on results from their simulated phishing tests. Their Q3 2020 Report was released in October, and they shared that LinkedIn took up a whopping 47% of the most-clicked social media email subjects.

Critical Security Bug for WordPress Plugin
On Monday, Wordfence shared that a plugin called Ultimate Member, which is installed on more than 100,000 sites, has several critical security flaws that allow attackers to take over a site.

Critical Vulnerabilities for Adobe Acrobat and Reader for Windows and Mac OS
Adobe recently released an important security bulletin advising people to update their Adobe Acrobat and Reader. "These updates address critical, important and moderate vulnerabilities," Adobe stated in the bulletin.

Be Extra Cautious of Phishing and Cyber Attacks as We Approach Election Day
As we continue to creep closer and closer to election day, cybercriminals are more determined than ever to target US residents. They know that the election is the hottest topic right now, and people might be more susceptible to falling victim to phishing attacks, especially if they focus on anything remotely related to the election.

4 Ways to Better Protect your Company from Cyber-Criminals
How do you protect your end users in the office? What about those at home? How do you make sure your data is not compromised? How can you be confident that you are doing everything possible to keep your company secure? We are going to share four ways that you can protect your company – and feel confident that you are protected!

BECA Named Finalist for 2020 Small Business Award
The Gwinnett Chamber’s Small Business Awards showcase those that dare to start, sustain and succeed and the community that supports them. Recognized as an industry leader, BECA has been named a finalist in the Small Business 25+ Employee category.

FBI Lists Suspicious Census Bureau Domains
Chances are in the last several months, you had an individual from the Census Bureau knocking on your door and asking you questions. It’s been a hot topic as the deadline to complete the census rapidly approaches. Today, the FBI Cyber Division released a statement regarding the number of domains spoofing the US Census Bureau’s Websites.

Paying Ransom to Unlock Data is Now Illegal
In an advisory released on October 1st, the US Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) stated that companies that facilitate ransomware payments to actors on behalf of victims risk violating OFAC regulations.

The 4 essential components of a solid UC strategy
To maintain a competitive advantage, every small business needs a reliable, effective unified communications (UC) strategy - here's what you should know about the top 4 things every successful UC strategy has, and why you should include them in your own plan.

4 ways managed services can lower capital expenditures
A managed services provider (MSP) can save you time, money, and resources. Here are the four main benefits of partnering with a managed services provider and some of the specific ways they allow you to minimize your IT outlays and turn your CapEX into OPEX.

How to take your business analytics to the next level
If you want to improve your marketing or better understand how you're performing against your competitors, then you need to embrace business analytics. Here's why business analytics is so important to your continued growth.

Popular Tactics Cybercriminals Use Around the Holidays
The holiday season is often a joyous time with a lot of celebrations and get-togethers (mostly virtual this year), but it is also a time of increased cybercrime. These are a few of the popular tactics that we see most often around the holidays.

Fake LinkedIn Emails are some of the Most Clicked
KnowBe4 releases a new report each quarter detailing the latest top-clicked phishing email subjects based on results from their simulated phishing tests. Their Q3 2020 Report was released in October, and they shared that LinkedIn took up a whopping 47% of the most-clicked social media email subjects.

Critical Security Bug for WordPress Plugin
On Monday, Wordfence shared that a plugin called Ultimate Member, which is installed on more than 100,000 sites, has several critical security flaws that allow attackers to take over a site.

Critical Vulnerabilities for Adobe Acrobat and Reader for Windows and Mac OS
Adobe recently released an important security bulletin advising people to update their Adobe Acrobat and Reader. "These updates address critical, important and moderate vulnerabilities," Adobe stated in the bulletin.

Be Extra Cautious of Phishing and Cyber Attacks as We Approach Election Day
As we continue to creep closer and closer to election day, cybercriminals are more determined than ever to target US residents. They know that the election is the hottest topic right now, and people might be more susceptible to falling victim to phishing attacks, especially if they focus on anything remotely related to the election.

4 Ways to Better Protect your Company from Cyber-Criminals
How do you protect your end users in the office? What about those at home? How do you make sure your data is not compromised? How can you be confident that you are doing everything possible to keep your company secure? We are going to share four ways that you can protect your company – and feel confident that you are protected!

BECA Named Finalist for 2020 Small Business Award
The Gwinnett Chamber’s Small Business Awards showcase those that dare to start, sustain and succeed and the community that supports them. Recognized as an industry leader, BECA has been named a finalist in the Small Business 25+ Employee category.

FBI Lists Suspicious Census Bureau Domains
Chances are in the last several months, you had an individual from the Census Bureau knocking on your door and asking you questions. It’s been a hot topic as the deadline to complete the census rapidly approaches. Today, the FBI Cyber Division released a statement regarding the number of domains spoofing the US Census Bureau’s Websites.

Paying Ransom to Unlock Data is Now Illegal
In an advisory released on October 1st, the US Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) stated that companies that facilitate ransomware payments to actors on behalf of victims risk violating OFAC regulations.

The 4 essential components of a solid UC strategy
To maintain a competitive advantage, every small business needs a reliable, effective unified communications (UC) strategy - here's what you should know about the top 4 things every successful UC strategy has, and why you should include them in your own plan.

4 ways managed services can lower capital expenditures
A managed services provider (MSP) can save you time, money, and resources. Here are the four main benefits of partnering with a managed services provider and some of the specific ways they allow you to minimize your IT outlays and turn your CapEX into OPEX.

How to take your business analytics to the next level
If you want to improve your marketing or better understand how you're performing against your competitors, then you need to embrace business analytics. Here's why business analytics is so important to your continued growth.

4 ways to improve WAN security
The Internet, distributed workforces, mobile devices, and cloud service have all combined to create new opportunities for companies – and new challenges for CIOs.

Are You Rethinking Your End-User Device Strategy? Consider These 5 Things
End-user devices are essential every-day work tools in the modern workplace. The functionality, convenience, performance, and efficiency of these devices can heavily influence your employees and workplace productivity.

Office 365 pro user tips & tricks
Office 365 has the power to transform how you do business. If you're yet to explore all of its features, now is the time to check out the ones that'll turn you into a pro. From collaborating on projects live to Smart Lookup, there are many to consider.

What You Need To Know About Microsoft 365's New Advanced Security Features
When you want to increase security at your business and you're an Office 365 user, there are plenty of features for you to explore. From automated phishing defenses through to encrypting your emails to achieve maximum security, here are some of the best.

Avoid these 6 cloud migration headaches
Migrating to the cloud can come with a lot of advantages. But if you don't take a proactive approach, you may find yourself facing some problems too. Fortunately, understanding these issues and preparing for them can keep your business safe.

5 Things Your BYOD Policy Should Include
BYOD policies are excellent for cost-saving and innovating. But if you don't create a formal policy, you may introduce security vulnerabilities into your business. From regulating operating systems through to maintaining high-security levels, here's what you should do.

5 Ways That Mobile Devices Can Improve Your Security Posture
As long as you secure them properly, mobile devices can drastically improve the mobility and productivity of your workforce. With that in mind, here are the things you should know about how a proper mobile device security plan can improve your business's overall security posture.

6 Tech Trends to Look Out For in 2020 and Beyond
From improvements in machine learning to grow in chatbot technology, 2020 is already shaping up to be an exciting year for existing and new technology. Here's a rundown of the key trends we can expect to take hold this coming year, and what we can expect from these trends in the future.

The Advantages of a Storage Area Network
You may have heard of Storage Area Networks, but do you know why you should be using one? Storage Area Networks can radically improve the efficiency of your IT infrastructure. Here is what you need to know about types of SANs and the key advantages of a SAN for businesses.

Data Storage Comparison: NAS vs SAN
Wondering about data storage options? Here, we’ll break down NAS vs SAN, providing an overview of how they work. With this knowledge, you can make an informed decision for your data storage needs.

5 Ways Virtualization Can Reduce Overhead Expenditures
With growing pressure to reduce expenditure and overhead budgets, virtualization may be the answer your business has been waiting for.

BECA named finalist for Gwinnett Chamber Small Business Awards
Gwinnett County (METRO ATLANTA) GA – 10.8.19 – The Gwinnett…

The Pros and Cons of Azure vs AWS
There are so many cloud providers that choosing the right one can seem daunting. Two of the biggest providers are Azure and AWS, but it can be difficult to know which one offers the right services and features for your specific needs.

How to Stay Compliant During a Disaster
What would happen if disaster struck your business tomorrow? Do you have the systems and processes in place to keep your business compliant, continue operating and protect your business? If you answered no, you're not alone. Here, we outline the business practices you need to follow in a disaster.

Improve End-User Productivity with These 6 Tips
Improving the end-user experience helps you retain talent and get results faster. There are many steps you can take to support your end-user, which supports your bottom line. Here are 6 ways to boost your IT and increase end-user productivity today.

Your Guide to Public vs Private vs Hybrid Cloud Solutions
Using the cloud (in technical terms) means accessing a server that is not physically located in your office to use and share IT applications, data, and services across a network or internet connection. There are many different cloud configurations available and things to consider when evaluating each.

How to protect your business from insider threats
Mitigating insider threats involves ongoing effort and some expense, but it pales in comparison to the possible damage an insider incident can do to your company checkbook and reputation. Be proactive and defend your livelihood with an uncompromising posture on cybersecurity and physical security.

6 things to include in your end-user security training
Are you giving your employees the comprehensive training they need to beat common cyber scams? Here's our rundown of the 6 most effective training techniques

Your complete network audit checklist: 7 things you should include
You certainly can't stop every possible threat from affecting your network. But there are many steps you can take to protect your infrastructure and your confidential business information

Tips for leveraging co-managed IT solutions
Co-managed IT solutions could be a great benefit to your organization. Find out how it works and how to leverage it for better IT operations.

6 Ways To Improve Your IT Security Architecture
Modern businesses must have a strong security architecture framework in order to thrive. It’s your strategy to protect your most valuable information assets. You’ll realize many benefits from a strong security architecture.

4 next-level cybersecurity measures you should be taking
Each business has a responsibility to ensure the safety and security of data relating to clients and employees. Whether it's trade secrets, sensitive documents, or payroll information, cybersecurity measures should always be taken.

The true cost of downtime by the numbers
Running a business is about more than the supply of goods and services, it's also about efficient processes and reliable productivity standards. You don't just need to do a job well, you also need to do it on-time while reducing expenses and ensuring your business reputation.

4 Ways Managed IT Services Can Improve Operational Efficiency
Managed IT services can help your business save time in a variety of ways. Read this blog to learn more.


Infographic: Protect Your Business with Microsoft 365
Did you know that 90% of data leakage is caused by user mistakes?…

Chrome Zero-Day in the Wild
Are you running on the latest version of Chrome? Last week, Chrome…

Beware: Tech Support Scams
Nowadays, tech support scams are some of the most favorite…

10 new ways for everyone to achieve more with Microsoft 365
By Ron Markezich, Corporate Vice President for Microsoft 365
It’s…

Prioritize Phishing Protection in your 2019 Security Strategy: Part 5 - Multi-Factor Authentication
Passwords. Ten years ago passwords were a great way to protect…

Prioritize Phishing Protection in your 2019 Security Strategy: Part 4 - Security Awareness Training
While each of the topics we've covered so far in our Phishing…

Prioritize Phishing Protection in your 2019 Security Strategy: Part 3 - Anti-Malware Detection
Stop and think about this for a moment - when is the last time…

Prioritize Phishing Protection In Your 2019 Security Strategy: Part 2 - Email Content Security
In this day and age, email has become completely ingrained into…

Prioritize Phishing Protection In Your 2019 Security Strategy: Part 1
As we enter the second full week of the new year, a lot of…

Securely run and grow your business
As technology has become increasingly accessible and mobile, growing numbers of employees have begun linking up their work accounts to their personal devices, sometimes even without the employer's knowledge. The task of keeping company data secure can quickly become complicated.
Microsoft 365 lets you manage your company information even on personal devices. The system works behind the scenes to keep data secure, ensure compliance, and automatically detect and act upon suspicious activities, allowing you and your customers peace of mind.
What other ways can Microsoft 365 give you continuous high-quality protection as it grows?

THE MICROSOFT DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION SERIES Part 1: Digital Transformation Opportunity
Digital transformation can be a complex process. Changing the way your business works and goes to market is never easy. That's why at BECA, we want to help you on that journey.
With spending on cloud services soaring to $530 billion by 2021, it's time for you to jump on board. With Microsoft Azure cloud services, you'll have access to over 100 cloud solutions you can use to store, scale, and secure your data.
Contact us today to find out how we can help you integrate the best cloud platform on the market.

SQL Server runs best on Azure Virtual Machines
In today's modern digital age, your business needs flexible, reliable data management. At BECA, we know you want a system that can deliver these things and more.
Microsoft SQL Server is the solution. With fast time to value with cloud flexibility, you can set up and manage your SQL Server deployments in minutes, then scale up or down on the fly. Tune your approach to make exceptional performance gains.
Want to learn more about SQL Server? Do you still need to migrate to SQL Server on Azure Virtual Machines? Contact us to learn more.

Security and Compliance Updates Across Microsoft 365: A Demo Tour
Take a tour of the latest Microsoft 365 security & compliance updates delivered across identity authenticators, data, devices and applications. Watch Microsoft Ignite demo & contact BECA for private walkthrough.

A Crash Course in Security Management: Learning the Keys to a Better Security Posture
With intelligent security management enabled by Microsoft 365, BECA can help you gain better visibility of security, more policy control & higher quality guidance. Get this free eBook for a crash course.

Prepare Your Business for Hurricane Michael
As Hurricane Michael continues to strengthen and push toward…

[BECA ALERT] New Malware Making the Rounds
Heads up! There's another new malware strand targeting individuals…

News Release: BECA Nominated for IMPACT Business Award
BECA nominated for Gwinnett Chamber’s IMPACT Regional Business…

Something's Phishy: How to Spot a Phishing Email
Just because you have security software on your computer…

Meltdown & Spectre: two new security vulnerabilities
On January 3rd, two new major vulnerabilities were discovered…

Cyber {Crime} Monday: 5 Security Tips to Keep You Safe
Cyber Monday is like Christmas Day for cyber criminals. As…

Phishing Attacks Becoming Harder to Detect
Email scams and phishing attacks are becoming more complex and…

[BECA ALERT] Netflix Email Scam Targets Millions
A scam was detected yesterday that has targeted nearly 110…

Wi-Fi Vulnerability Alert
This morning, the ICASI released a statement alerting the technology…

Important Notice About Email Access in iOS 11
Apple started rolling out iOS 11 yesterday. The newest operating…

Mitel Acquires ShoreTel: What it Means for You
Last Thursday, Mitel announced a $430 million acquisition of…

A BECA Fourth of July Celebration
Celebrating Success
Success is something we always strive for…

[ALERT] New Worldwide Ransomware Attacks
Thousands of Infection Attempts
"A quickly-spreading, world-wide…

Scam of the Week: Massive DocuSign Phishing Attacks
One of the most popular sources for online document signing has…

BECA ALERT: WannaCry Ransomware Attack
They are calling it the "biggest ransomware outbreak in history".…

The Importance of Strong Passwords
You know that feeling you get when you try to log onto…

New Scam: WhatsApp Voice Mail
Thanks to our friends over at KnowBe4, we've been alerted to…

Enterprise Email Best Practices to Avoid Malware Distribution
No matter how big or how small, malware is something that no…

Scam of the Week: Airline Phishing Attack
There is a new highly effective phishing attack running through…

FBI and IRS Alerts Against W-2 Phishing
This year, authorities are warning about a massive wave of W-2…

Scam of the Week: George Michael Dies at 53
This weekend, news broke that pop superstar George Michael…

Behind the Brain Power | Preparing Your Technology for 2017
The new year is right around the corner, and it is important…

Cyber Security Tips for the Holidays
"It's the most wonderful time of the year!" It's the time of…

Week of Thanks: Thursday
Happy Thanksgiving!
It seems kind of obvious that a technology…

Week of Thanks: Wednesday
We are incredibly thankful to all of our fantastic partners that…

Week of Thanks: Tuesday
Today we are expressing our thanks to all of our wonderful customers!…

Week of Thanks: Monday
Today and everyday we are thankful for our amazing team here…

Behind the Brain Power | 4 Tips to Protect Your Data when Traveling
It's officially the holiday season, and that means that everyone…

Behind the Brain Power | Happy Halloween
Each month, the guys share their opinions, experiences, and…

Why Your Business Needs E5
Microsoft's Office 365 E5 offers the most comprehensive business…

Targeted Ransomware Threats Become More Dangerous
Ransomware attacks are becoming more and more targeted. What…

Behind the Brain Power | Multi-Factor Authentication
Date: September 9, 2016 | Topic: Multi-Factor Authentication
In…

[BECA ALERT] Ransomware Attacks Will Be Growing Even More Rampant
Everyone has heard of Hardware-as-a-Service (HaaS), Infrastructure-as-a-Service…

Scam of the Week: Social Security Fraud
Bad guys are abusing the Social Security Administration's (SSA)…

Behind the Brain Power: Changes in Security
Date: August 12th, 2016 | Topic: Changes in IT Security
This…

Scam of the Week: Malicious PayPal Email
Want to learn how you can educate your end-users on detecting…

[ALERT] Malicious Version of Pokémon Go Discovered
Proofpoint announced yesterday that there may be a malicious version of the Pokémon Go app that presents a danger to Android users.

New File Encryption Ransomware Strain
Here at BECA, we are always focused on keeping you updated and…

New File Encryption Ransomware Strain
Here at BECA, we are always focused on keeping you updated and…

Behind the Brain Power: 4 Reasons Every Business Needs an IT Provider
Have you ever thought about whether you should or shouldn't hire an IT provider? Here's 4 reasons why every company should have one!

[ALERT] Recent Orlando Tragedy
[BECA ALERT] Lowlife internet scum are trying to benefit from…

Behind the Brain Power | Upgrading to Windows 10
Date: June 10, 2016 | Topic: Upgrading to Windows 10
A lot…

Ransomware that Spreads like a Worm
It's here. Nasty ransomware that spreads like a worm. The…

Client Feature: Special Olympics Georgia
We are featuring another of our fantastic clients today - Special…

Scam of the Week: LinkedIn Email
You probably remember the 2012 LinkedIn data breach. It was a…

Behind the Brain Power: 4 Steps to Educating Your Team
Date: May 13, 2016 | Topic: 4 Steps to Educating Your Team
In…

[ALERT] Scam of the Week
Scam of the Week: Prince Last Words on Video
Yesterday, news…

Client Feature: City of Braselton
We are featuring another of our fantastic clients today - City…

Behind the Brain Power | Ransomware Protection
Date: April 8, 2016 | Topic: Ransomware Protection
Your computers…

Client Feature: NOVA
Today we want to feature another one of our amazing clients -…

Client Feature: Clearwave Inc.
Today we want to feature one of our amazing clients. Clearwave…

Behind the Brain Power | Backup & Recovery
Date: March 11, 2016 | Topic: Backup & Recovery
One topic…

BECA Now Member of Gwinnett Chairman's Club
PRESS RELEASE
For Immediate Release
For more information…

BECA's Managed Services
Date: February 12, 2016 | Topic: BECA’s Managed Services
Almost…

Behind the Brain Power | 2016 Technologies
Date: January 8, 2016 | Topic: 2016 Technology Outlook
Happy…

Behind the Brain Power | What to Take Care of Before the Holidays
Date: December 11, 2015 | Topic: What to Take Care of Before…

Behind the Brain Power | The Power of Dell
Date: November 13, 2015 | Topic: The Power of Dell
Earlier…

BECA President Talks About New Relationship with Dell
About six months ago, BECA's Senior Management team began researching…

Help BECA Raise Money to Fight Cancer
BECA is always looking for new ways to become active in our community.…

Tips for Spotting a Phishing Email
The following tips come from Brian Posey at TechRepublic. The…

Behind the Brain Power | Simple Tech Tips
Date: October 09, 2015 | Topic: Simple Tech Tips
Learn about…

BECA Named a Gold Partner by WatchGuard Technologies
Contacts:
Katie Estep
BECA
404.633.2551
kestep@becacorp.com
Justin…

BECA is one of Atlanta's "Best Places to Work"
We are happy to announce that BECA finished 13th in the 2015…

Behind the Brain Power | Stories of Success
Date: September 11, 2015 | Topic: Stories of Success
All companies…

Behind the Brain Power | Windows 10
Date: August 14, 2015 | Topic: Windows 10
In the second installment…

All About Those Minions
Date: July 24, 2015 | Topic: Minions
If you have ever been…

Behind the Brain Power - The Dangers of Cryptolocker
Date: July 10, 2015 | Topic: Cryptolocker
In the first issue…

Introducing: Behind the Brain Power
BECA is proud to introduce a new blog series - Behind the Brain Power. On the second Friday of each month, read the ideas and opinions of four IT experts about popular technology topics.