# Datalyst Blog Datalyst delivers expert managed IT services in Providence, RI. Optimize performance, secure your systems, and grow with us. Contact us today! [ Categories ](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories "Categories") [ Tags ](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags "Tags") [ Categories: All Categories ](https://datalyst.net/javascript:void(0); "Categories") Search...Suggested keywords [ x ](https://datalyst.net/javascript:void(0);) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [Still on Windows 10? You're Taking a Bigger Risk Than You Realize](https://datalyst.net/blog/still-on-windows-10-you-re-taking-a-bigger-risk-than-you-realize) Thursday, 28 August 2025 [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/blog) [Newsletter](https://datalyst.net/newsletter-content) [ ![Still on Windows 10? You're Taking a Bigger Risk Than You Realize](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_shared/September_2025_Newsletters/1.0/b2ap3_large_EndofLife_1073847924_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/still-on-windows-10-you-re-taking-a-bigger-risk-than-you-realize "Still on Windows 10? You're Taking a Bigger Risk Than You Realize") The end of [Windows 10 support](https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/windows-10-support-ends-on-october-14-2025-2ca8b313-1946-43d3-b55c-2b95b107f281#:~:text=As%20a%20reminder%2C%20Windows%2010,one%20that%20supports%20Windows%2011.) is closer than you think. On October 14, 2025, Microsoft will officially stop providing free security updates, non-security updates, and assisted support for Windows 10. For businesses, this isn't just a minor inconvenience—it's a critical security and operational risk that demands immediate attention. Tags: [Current Events](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/current-events) [Upgrade](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/upgrade) [Windows](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/windows) [0 Comments](https://datalyst.net/blog/still-on-windows-10-you-re-taking-a-bigger-risk-than-you-realize#comments) [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.net/blog/still-on-windows-10-you-re-taking-a-bigger-risk-than-you-realize) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [The 4 Most Common Security Threats (And How to Face Them)](https://datalyst.net/blog/the-4-most-common-security-threats-and-how-to-face-them) Wednesday, 27 August 2025 [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/blog) [Security](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/security) [ ![The 4 Most Common Security Threats (And How to Face Them)](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_shared/August_2025/08-27-25/b2ap3_large_security-threats_1283414765_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/the-4-most-common-security-threats-and-how-to-face-them "The 4 Most Common Security Threats (And How to Face Them)") Business owners like you are constantly worried about cybersecurity, and with attacks growing more persistent and sophisticated over time, it’s no wonder companies are taking it more seriously than ever before. Today, we want to highlight the four most common types of threats you’ll see and what you can do to protect yourself from them. Tags: [Security](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/security) [Hackers](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/hackers) [Business](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/business) [0 Comments](https://datalyst.net/blog/the-4-most-common-security-threats-and-how-to-face-them#comments) [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.net/blog/the-4-most-common-security-threats-and-how-to-face-them) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [Growth By Acquisition Can Be Smart, but Watch Out for IT Traps](https://datalyst.net/blog/growth-by-acquisition-can-be-smart-but-watch-out-for-it-traps) Monday, 25 August 2025 [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/blog) [Business](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/business) [ ![Growth By Acquisition Can Be Smart, but Watch Out for IT Traps](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_shared/August_2025/08-25-25/b2ap3_large_Acquisition_597660861_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/growth-by-acquisition-can-be-smart-but-watch-out-for-it-traps "Growth By Acquisition Can Be Smart, but Watch Out for IT Traps") Acquiring a competitor can be a rewarding and profitable move, but it's crucial to inspect their technology to avoid any unwelcome surprises. A thorough IT audit helps you understand what you're getting and prevents a valuable investment from becoming a money pit. Let’s take a look at some of the things you need to assess before agreeing to take on growth through an acquisition. Tags: [Best Practices](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/best-practices) [Technology](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/technology) [Workplace Strategy](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/workplace-strategy) [0 Comments](https://datalyst.net/blog/growth-by-acquisition-can-be-smart-but-watch-out-for-it-traps#comments) [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.net/blog/growth-by-acquisition-can-be-smart-but-watch-out-for-it-traps) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [How to Build a Workplace That Fights Back Against Burnout](https://datalyst.net/blog/how-to-build-a-workplace-that-fights-back-against-burnout) Friday, 22 August 2025 [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/blog) [Technology](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/technology) [ ![How to Build a Workplace That Fights Back Against Burnout](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_shared/August_2025/08-22-25/b2ap3_large_BurnOut_564932084_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/how-to-build-a-workplace-that-fights-back-against-burnout "How to Build a Workplace That Fights Back Against Burnout") No one likes the feeling of being plugged into work all the time. Not even the most diligent employees will appreciate receiving an email after hours. Yet despite this feeling, there’s an unspoken expectation that you are *always on*, so to speak, especially with the advent of mobile technology and remote work. How can you prevent these issues from escalating into burnout? Tags: [Productivity](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/productivity-1) [Efficiency](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/efficiency) [Workplace Strategy](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/workplace-strategy) [0 Comments](https://datalyst.net/blog/how-to-build-a-workplace-that-fights-back-against-burnout#comments) [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.net/blog/how-to-build-a-workplace-that-fights-back-against-burnout) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [What "Digital Transformation" Actually Means for Your Business](https://datalyst.net/blog/what-digital-transformation-actually-means-for-your-business) Wednesday, 20 August 2025 [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/blog) [Technology](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/technology) [ ![What "Digital Transformation" Actually Means for Your Business](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_shared/August_2025/08-20-25/b2ap3_large_DigitalTrans_506322297_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/what-digital-transformation-actually-means-for-your-business "What "Digital Transformation" Actually Means for Your Business") Synergy. Paradigm shift. Disruption. There are so many buzzwords saturating modern business jargon nowadays, including and especially “digital transformation.” Unfortunately, “digital transformation” sounds big and, worse, expensive… especially for our small and medium-sized business neighbors. We wanted to step in and assure you that this is not the case and that any business can benefit from it, provided it is approached correctly and mindfully. 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