In today's digital world, small businesses must pay attention to the IT aspects of their operations. Despite misconceptions about the high costs of protecting and maintaining IT infrastructure, many security measures can be implemented without spending a fortune. This article will discuss three simple ways to protect your IT systems from cyber threats on a budget.

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Microsoft's e-mail services ( Hotmail, LiveMail, MSN, Outlook.com ) now support the IMAP protocol.  There are many benefits of using IMAP vs. the old POP method for accessing your mailbox. The biggest benefit to IMAP is the ability to quickly access your email from any device and interact with the same content across all devices and locations.

Here's a 5 minutes video tutorial on how to add your IMAP account to Outlook 2010 and other email programs, including Apple Mail.

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Malware and other forms of malicious software can cause serious damage to your computer, steal your personal information, and compromise your online security. To keep your PC clean and secure, using reliable tools and taking preventive measures against cyber threats are essential.

Here are some tips on how to clean up your PC in under 10 minutes for free with Microsoft's PC Manager and Malwarebytes:

Step #1 PC Manager

Clean and optimize your computer with Microsoft's PC Manager. PC Manager is a free utility tool that can help you remove junk files, manage startup programs, optimize system performance, and protect your privacy. You can download PC Manager for free from the Microsoft Store. Launch the app and follow the on-screen instructions to clean and optimize your PC. Some features include disk cleanup, system optimization, privacy cleanup, and software management. PC Manager can also help you identify and remove unnecessary files and applications taking up valuable space on your hard drive.

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