3CX and GoldLink Plans
As we start a new year, I want to let you know about some changes coming in 3CX that affect MCB GoldLink to 3CX. Note Be sure to scroll to …
Remove IMG_ Prefix from Photo Names
My Android phone prepends every photo file with “IMG_”. After copying the files to my computer, I use this simple Windows command to remove the prefix on all files in …
Office 365 Advanced Threat Protection
I recently enabled Advanced Threat Protection (ATP) on my Office 365 account. ATP includes several extra features to detect and block threats that arrive by email (or through other Office …
Could you Pass a Secret Phishing Test?
I decided to try Duo Security’s phishing test and sent myself a fake phishing email. The mail can be customized and sent to any number of employees:
Algo 8186 SIP Horn Speaker Demo
I recently had the chance to set up an Algo 8186 SIP Horn Speaker for a client. The speaker can act as a loud ringer for a phone extension and/or …
A Good Phish Is Bad to Find
Today, in my Microsoft-hosted email account, I received an email telling me that my Office 365 account needs validation and has been temporarily suspended. I know that’s baloney because I …
How to Recognize a Phishing Email
“Phishing” emails are trying to get you to click on a link and enter your username and password. They may use this approach to steal your credentials for a bank, …
Cat Support
One of my customers sent me this photo of the scene during a remote support session: We were all wondering how long the System Restore was going to take. The …
The End of Windows Server Essentials
You may have heard that Microsoft has removed the Essentials role from Server 2019 Standard/Datacenter but is still offering a Server 2019 Essentials SKU. But did you know that the …
Set the Default Communications Device in Windows 10 1803
If you use a headset for VoIP calls through your PC, you want the headset speaker to be active for VoIP applications and your normal speakers to work for other …