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IT Service Providers are essential strategic partners for businesses, providing comprehensive IT services beyond traditional support. SMR specializes in managing and optimizing IT infrastructure to align with business goals. Our proactive approach includes continuous monitoring, rapid issue resolution, and strategic planning to ensure optimal performance and security.

By outsourcing IT functions to SMR, businesses benefit from enhanced efficiency, reduced downtime,

Managed service providers (MSPs) are strategic partners for businesses that need expert help on their IT infrastructure. 

These providers take on the responsibility of overseeing and managing a company’s IT infrastructure and end-user systems. By outsourcing IT functions to MSPs, businesses can redirect their focus towards their operational objectives while leveraging the expertise of dedicated IT professionals.

MSPs offer a

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You may have heard about the recent hack of CDK Global, a retail software provider whose clients include nearly 15,000 car dealerships across North America.

The company provides SaaS solutions covering scheduling, inventory management, customer relationships, data analytics, sales, and more. Basically, the entire back office of running a car dealership.

When CDK went down (as of

A new warning for Google Chrome users has emerged, carrying a critical yet straightforward piece of advice: avoid copying and pasting unfamiliar text into your terminal or run dialog box. This advice comes from cybersecurity firm Proofpoint, which has identified a new technique cybercriminals are using to spread malware.

The Nature of the Threat

Proofpoint has reported an increase in

Have you ever considered why your smartphone might benefit from a regular reboot? The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) advises a simple yet effective practice: regularly rebooting your phone. This recommendation, backed by cybersecurity experts, plays a crucial role in maintaining your device’s security and integrity.

The Importance of Regular Reboots

Our smartphones contain a treasure trove of personal data—from

At SMR IT Services, we stand out in cybersecurity services by offering comprehensive, proactive solutions to protect businesses in Newton and surrounding areas from evolving cyber threats. 

As a leading provider of managed IT services, we act as an outsourced IT department, handling all aspects of cybersecurity. Our strengths lie in proactive monitoring and early threat detection, vulnerability scanning, intrusion

Microsoft OneDrive Backup is a feature within OneDrive (Microsoft’s cloud storage service that comes preinstalled in most Windows machines) that allows users to automatically back up and sync their important files and folders, such as Documents, Pictures, and Desktop, to the cloud.

It’s a simple way to ensure your files are securely stored and accessible from any device with an internet

Passwords are our primary defense against cyber threats. Yet, many of us fall into the trap of using generic, easy-to-remember passwords, compromising our security. This blog will delve into the risks associated with generic passwords, what US and Canadian businesses and users should understand about the UK’s new ban on weak default passwords, and strategies for creating robust, secure passwords.