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The “New Bank Details” Scam: How Fake Vendor Emails Steal Small Business Payments
Smartkinect Support Team 10/21/26 Smartkinect Support Team 10/21/26

The “New Bank Details” Scam: How Fake Vendor Emails Steal Small Business Payments

A vendor emails to say they changed banks and asks you to update their payment details. Here’s how this costly scam works, the red flags, and the five-minute habit that stops it.

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The “Big Order” Scam: How Fake Purchase Orders Target Small Businesses
Smartkinect Support Team 10/13/26 Smartkinect Support Team 10/13/26

The “Big Order” Scam: How Fake Purchase Orders Target Small Businesses

A real fake purchase order we received, the red flags that gave it away, and five steps to protect your business from purchase-order fraud.

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Is Your Business Really Backed Up? A 5-Minute Check
Smartkinect Support Team 10/8/26 Smartkinect Support Team 10/8/26

Is Your Business Really Backed Up? A 5-Minute Check

Most small offices think they're backed up until the day they need a file back. Five quick questions to find out where you stand, plus the 3-2-1 rule.

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Windows 10 Support Has Ended: What Small Offices Should Do Now
Smartkinect Support Team 10/8/26 Smartkinect Support Team 10/8/26

Windows 10 Support Has Ended: What Small Offices Should Do Now

Windows 10 no longer gets free security updates. Here's what that means for your office and a simple plan to upgrade or replace your PCs.

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Flat-Rate IT Support vs. Paying by the Hour: What's Right for Your Small Office?
Smartkinect Support Team 10/3/26 Smartkinect Support Team 10/3/26

Flat-Rate IT Support vs. Paying by the Hour: What's Right for Your Small Office?

Break-fix or managed IT? Here's how hourly and flat-rate IT support compare on cost, risk and fit for 5 to 25 person offices in the Northwest Suburbs.

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