When Microsoft released the Windows 11 August 2025 security update KB5063878, most systems installed it without incident. But reports soon emerged of solid-state drives (SSDs) becoming unresponsive, disappearing from Windows, or even showing up as corrupted. While Microsoft has not confirmed the update as the cause, the pattern highlights why small and medium-sized businesses need a cautious and planned approach to Windows updates.

The Internet is a staple in most offices around the world, and you’d be hard-pressed to find one that doesn’t rely on it in some fashion. A big part of seeing success with the Internet depends on your bandwidth, as well as your network’s capacity to reach the capabilities of your Internet service provider. Today, we want to break down what bandwidth is, as well as how you can make the most of your Internet package.

You should want your team to be ready and able to accomplish as much as possible. So, when a team member approaches you with a request for a better laptop or a dual-monitor setup and the wish to do more with their time, you should agree. However, there may be that little voice in the back of your head, whispering, “Was that a wise investment?”

It can be hard to balance the need for employee satisfaction with your budgetary restrictions, but it must be done. Let’s go over the considerations you need to make… as well as the pitfalls that must be avoided.

There’s a specific stress that comes from the disconnect between the money you invest in your business IT and the value that comes back from it. Sure, you know what the money is being spent on… but that’s a far cry from knowing how these investments are shifting the needle.

Let’s discuss the importance of understanding what your IT is telling you and when you need to demand more information… politely, of course.

A slow computer is one of the biggest productivity killers for businesses. What starts as a minor annoyance often becomes a major frustration that impacts meetings, deadlines, and daily workflows. The good news is that most performance issues can be identified and resolved without replacing your device. Here are the most common reasons computers slow down and what you can do about it.

Slow internet is one of the most common frustrations for businesses. Video calls freeze, cloud apps take forever to load, and productivity takes a hit. The good news is that office internet issues are usually fixable without replacing everything. Here are practical ways to improve connection speed and stability in your workplace.

How to Increase Wi-Fi Speed

Slow Wi-Fi is one of the most common frustrations for both homes and businesses. Video calls freeze, file transfers drag, and cloud apps become unreliable. Fortunately, improving Wi-Fi speed is usually about optimization rather than replacing everything. Here are practical ways to get faster, more stable wireless performance.

What to Watch in August 2025

August 2025 brings one of the strongest entertainment lineups of the year. From Netflix originals and Marvel blockbusters to bold sci-fi dramas and fresh K-dramas, every platform has something major dropping this month. Whether you prefer binge-worthy series at home or a night at the theater, here is the definitive guide to what to watch in August 2025.

Many owners and IT managers ask how to delete a Facebook account without breaking access to company Pages or ads. With a little planning you can retire a personal profile, protect business assets, and reduce your attack surface. This guide explains the steps, the risks, and the safeguards an SMB should have in place.

Microsoft is consolidating its work management tools. Project for the Web and the Project and Roadmap apps in Microsoft Teams will be retired in August 2025. These capabilities are moving into a single, enhanced experience in Microsoft Planner. For SMBs in Vancouver and across Canada, this simplifies project planning, improves collaboration, and introduces accessible AI features without changing current licensing.

Websites That Show Your Public IP Address

By Hexafusion IT Solutions — serving British Columbia. Last updated: August 23, 2025.

Open any of the links below to see your public IP address. These work without running code on your website.

How to Screenshot on Windows 11: Native Tools and Smart Shortcuts

By Hexafusion IT Solutions — serving British Columbia. Last updated: August 23, 2025.

Screenshots help your team resolve tickets faster, document changes, and create training steps. This guide covers the built-in Windows 11 tools and where each capture is saved. At the end you will find a bonus tip for scrolling screenshots across long pages.

How to Screenshot on Mac: The Complete 2025 Guide

By Hexafusion IT Solutions — serving British Columbia. Last updated: August 23, 2025.

Need a quick screenshot for a ticket, a how-to email, or auditing changes? This guide shows the fastest Mac shortcuts, how to capture windows or selections, where files are saved, and how to include the mouse pointer or a timer. It works on macOS Mojave and newer, including Sonoma and Sequoia.

The more IT you use, the more conscientious you have to be to ensure that an action you—or your staff—takes doesn’t unwittingly put your business at risk. Today, we’ll go through some ways for you to do your best to stay secure. Let’s get started.

While many people have heard the saying work smarter, not harder, this approach only works if employees are engaged with the tools you’ve chosen to outfit your business with. Even though new gadgets and software are exciting for most workers, the true benefits come when these investments directly boost productivity, helping businesses succeed.

What actually goes into a successful project implementation strategy, and how can you make sure your business is starting from an advantageous point? Today, we want to explore some of the ways your organization can best prepare for a project so that it has an optimal outcome. Whether you want to streamline your project timeline, implement tools to help see it through, or just make the entire process easier to manage, we’ve got tips for you.

Computers generate heat as they work, which is why laptops and desktops have fans and massive cloud computing server farms have equally massive climate control systems. Devices of any scale need to be properly cooled to maintain their functionality.

The problem is that we have numerous cloud-based resources available, and the cooling needs we’ve created have led to significant environmental and financial requirements. 

It’s tough to own up and take the blame, especially when you know it was you who made the mistake. Unfortunately, in IT, there’s a lot of blame thrown around, so it’s something that those in our profession have to get accustomed to. When you work with a technician, you want them to take responsibility for their mistakes and take action to prevent them in the future—and that’s exactly what we aim to accomplish with our managed IT services. Here’s how we make sure our clients can hold us accountable so they get the best services possible.

You want to make network security one of your top priorities, especially these days when you can hardly go online without feeling like someone’s trying to take advantage of you. The password still plays a dominant role in network security, but the fact remains that it’s only one credential that hackers need to target you. Instead of depending on the password, more businesses are shifting to two-factor authentication, or 2FA.

Scams are often so convincing that it’s difficult for even experienced individuals to detect them, but why is this the case? It all boils down to human psychology. Modern security training can help you identify these telltale signs, but it doesn’t really explain the why of things. That’s what we’re out to explore today.