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Archive for March, 2022

 Skype Gets New 911 Calling Feature In The U.S.

Recently, Skype announced a change to its 911 calling feature.  Previously the feature was only useable in the UK, Finland, Denmark, and Australia. Now, the company has unlocked it for the United ...

Zoom Bug With Some Macs Leaves Microphone On After Meetings

If you're a Mac user and you also use Zoom be sure to check to see what version of Zoom you're running.  Recently a bug in the Mac version of the software ...

Windows 11 Is Now Able To Run Some Android Apps

Recently, Microsoft announced that they were adding support for Android Apps to Windows 11.  The company first began testing that new functionality back in October of last year (2021). Now, the public ...

Update This WordPress Plugin Immediately To Prevent Security Risks

Do you have a WordPress site?  Do you use the PHP Everywhere plugin? If so, you're not alone.  More than 30,000 site owners have installed it.  It's an excellent plugin that dramatically ...

Puma Sportswear Recently Impacted By A Data Breach

We have recently learned that Puma Sportswear was impacted by a data breach in the waning days of 2021. It's important to note that Puma's networks were not attacked directly.  The attack ...

Microsoft Teams Gets Optimizations To Use Less Resources

Do you use Microsoft Teams and do you have an older PC that struggles with Teams video meetings?  If so there's good news.  Microsoft has recently upgraded Teams and halved the power ...

Medusa Android Banking Trojan Steals Sensitive User Information

There are two new forms of malware spreading rapidly among people with Android devices according to researchers at ThreatFabric. This latest campaign involves the FluBot malware (also known as Cabassous) and the ...

Blog

Remote Leadership: Strategies for Effective Management in a Virtual Environment

Remote Leadership: Strategies for Effective Management in a Virtual Environment

The business world is always evolving. Creating a solid foundation with a team and encouraging a positive work environment can[...]
The Importance of Cloud Backup

The Importance of Cloud Backup

Suppose your company’s network were to fail right now. How long would it take to recover the data and restore[...]
The Importance of Font Security

The Importance of Font Security

Everyone has seen memes about the impact of using the wrong font on graphic design. However, the potential for a[...]

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Suite 307-429
Austin, TX 78759
(512) 336-2970

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1144 Airport Blvd
Suite 260
Austin, TX 78702

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Since 2003, The Critical Update has been a leading provider of IT support and consulting, focusing on small and medium sized businesses in the Austin metropolitan area. We have helped hundreds of businesses increase productivity and profitability by making IT a streamlined part of operations. We equip our clients with customized technology solutions for greater operational value and to reduce risk.

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