# 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) ## [You Need to Upgrade Your PC Now!](https://datalyst.net/blog/you-need-to-upgrade-your-pc-now) Monday, 28 July 2025 [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/blog) [IT Blog](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/it-blog) [ ![You Need to Upgrade Your PC Now!](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_shared/July_2025/07-28-25/b2ap3_large_TimeRunninOut_233797358_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/you-need-to-upgrade-your-pc-now "You Need to Upgrade Your PC Now!") The sun is setting on an era. On October 14, 2025, Windows 10 will officially reach its end of support. For millions of users worldwide, this marks a significant turning point, prompting questions, concerns, and perhaps a touch of nostalgia for an operating system that has served faithfully for a decade. So, what exactly does end of support mean, and what should you be doing now to prepare? Let's dive in. Tags: [Microsoft](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/microsoft) [Windows](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/windows) [Computer](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/computer) [0 Comments](https://datalyst.net/blog/you-need-to-upgrade-your-pc-now#comments) [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.net/blog/you-need-to-upgrade-your-pc-now) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [Build Your Human Firewall Today](https://datalyst.net/blog/build-your-human-firewall-today) Friday, 25 July 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) [ ![Build Your Human Firewall Today](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_shared/July_2025/07-25-25/b2ap3_large_human-firewall_1448190219_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/build-your-human-firewall-today "Build Your Human Firewall Today") You’ve probably heard of phishing attacks, but if not, the best way to explain it is with the legend of the Trojan horse. In ancient times, the city of Troy fell when a raiding party, hidden within the belly of a constructed wooden horse, was allowed past the gates. The lesson: deception is the most powerful weapon one can employ, and cybercriminals will use it against your business. Tags: [Security](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/security) [Email](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/email) [Phishing](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/phishing) [0 Comments](https://datalyst.net/blog/build-your-human-firewall-today#comments) [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.net/blog/build-your-human-firewall-today) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [Three Simple IT Habits That Will Immediately Improve Your Workday](https://datalyst.net/blog/three-simple-it-habits-that-will-immediately-improve-your-workday) Wednesday, 23 July 2025 [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/blog) [Tip of the Week](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/tip-of-the-week) [ ![Three Simple IT Habits That Will Immediately Improve Your Workday](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_shared/July_2025/07-23-25/b2ap3_large_Office_productivity_1193924796_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/three-simple-it-habits-that-will-immediately-improve-your-workday "Three Simple IT Habits That Will Immediately Improve Your Workday") Take it from us: technology, for all its benefits, can be frustrating. That being said, it can bring a lot of value to your business when implemented and maintained properly. Let’s talk about some quick habits you can deploy to make your workday much easier when working with business technology. Tags: [Best Practices](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/best-practices) [Quick Tips](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/quick-tips) [Tip of the Week](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/tip-of-the-week) [Workplace Strategy](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/workplace-strategy) [0 Comments](https://datalyst.net/blog/three-simple-it-habits-that-will-immediately-improve-your-workday#comments) [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.net/blog/three-simple-it-habits-that-will-immediately-improve-your-workday) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [3 Common Causes of Data Breaches (And How to Avoid Them)](https://datalyst.net/blog/3-common-causes-of-data-breaches-and-how-to-avoid-them) Monday, 21 July 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) [ ![3 Common Causes of Data Breaches (And How to Avoid Them)](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_shared/July_2025/07-21-25/b2ap3_large_Data_Breach_1021488008_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/3-common-causes-of-data-breaches-and-how-to-avoid-them "3 Common Causes of Data Breaches (And How to Avoid Them)") Data breaches are no joke, and they can be so severe that businesses have a hard time bouncing back. Despite the danger, you can somewhat predict when you are at risk of a data breach, and certain actions can be taken to keep them from being fatal (or prevent them entirely). Today, we want to examine three of the common ways data breaches happen and what you can do about them. Tags: [Data](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/data) [Security](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/security) [Best Practices](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/best-practices) [0 Comments](https://datalyst.net/blog/3-common-causes-of-data-breaches-and-how-to-avoid-them#comments) [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.net/blog/3-common-causes-of-data-breaches-and-how-to-avoid-them) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [Vendor Management: A Single Point of Contact for All Your Needs](https://datalyst.net/blog/vendor-management-a-single-point-of-contact-for-all-your-needs) Friday, 18 July 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) [ ![Vendor Management: A Single Point of Contact for All Your Needs](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_shared/July_2025/07-18-25/b2ap3_large_vendor_management_571887149_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/vendor-management-a-single-point-of-contact-for-all-your-needs "Vendor Management: A Single Point of Contact for All Your Needs") Your small business works with vendors to ensure it has access to all of the tools and services it needs to function, but managing them all can be tedious and tiresome. If you’re not careful with how you manage your vendors, it can become a job in and of itself—and you don’t have time for that. Vendor management doesn’t have to be hard, though, and with Datalyst, it can be a breeze. 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