Best Encrypted Data Backups Podcasts (2025)

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Top Technology Trends and Predictions for 2026 41:04

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In this episode KJ Burke discusses the technology trends of 2025 and predictions for 2026. He covers the maturation of AI, the importance of treating data as a product, innovations at the edge, managing cross-cloud environments, building business resiliency and automating the skills gap. Looking ahead, he highlights key trends for 2026, including A…

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73. Microsoft Engineer Reveals: How AI Can Read Your Entire Database (In Plain English) - with Faiz Gouri 39:09

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Hosts: Justin Shelley - https://www.phoenixitadvisors.com/ Mario Zaki - https://www.mazteck.com/ Bryan Lachapelle - https://www.b4networks.ca/ Guest: Faiz Gouri -https://www.linkedin.com/in/faizgouri/ https://modelcontextprotocol.io/ Microsoft Senior Software Engineer Business owners, your data just became incredibly powerful—and potentially danger…

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72. Why Your Cybersecurity Training is Making You LESS Safe - with Craig Taylor 43:48

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Hosts: Justin Shelley - https://www.phoenixitadvisors.com/ Mario Zaki - https://www.mazteck.com/ Bryan Lachapelle - https://www.b4networks.ca/ Guest: Craig Taylor - http://cyberhoot.com/ Your cybersecurity awareness training might be sabotaging your business. Recent studies show traditional "gotcha" phishing tests actually increase clicks and creat…

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71. HIPAA Violations: From $141 to $2.1 Million Per Record Exposed - with Milan Rogers 1:06:18

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Hosts: Justin Shelley - https://www.phoenixitadvisors.com/ Mario Zaki - https://www.mazteck.com/ Bryan Lachapelle - https://www.b4networks.ca/ Guest: Milan Rogers - Complete Healthcare Business Consulting -https://chcbconsulting.com/ Healthcare practices face the highest cybersecurity costs of any industry - averaging $10.93 million per breach. In …

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Technology Innovations in Media and Entertainment 1:20:38

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In this episode of the CDW Canada Tech Talks podcast, host KJ Burke engages with CDW experts Joe D'Amato, Kris Kostiuk and Kevin Ellsworth to explore the evolving technology landscape of media and entertainment. They discuss the unique challenges faced by the industry, including project-based workflows, cybersecurity threats and the impact of AI on…

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70. Unlicensed and Dangerous: The IT Industry Secret That's Putting Your Business at Risk - with Robert Cioffi 49:05

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Hosts: Justin Shelley - https://www.phoenixitadvisors.com/ Mario Zaki - https://www.mazteck.com/ Bryan Lachapelle - https://www.b4networks.ca/ Guest: Robert Cioffi - https://www.progressivecomputing.com/ The IT industry has a dirty secret: anyone can hang a shingle and call themselves a cybersecurity expert. No license required. No proven competenc…

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69. Windows 7, Zero Backups, and $24K Down the Drain: A Cybersecurity Horror Story 30:42

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Hosts: Justin Shelley - https://www.phoenixitadvisors.com/ Bryan Lachapelle - https://www.b4networks.ca/ A real cybersecurity horror story unfolds as Justin reveals his most shocking discovery ever: a 34-computer business paying $2,000 monthly for IT services while receiving literally nothing in return. Windows 7 machines, zero backups, no antiviru…

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How Businesses Can Have Success with AI 58:58

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By CDW Canada

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68. The ADA Website Lawsuit Trap That's Bankrupting Small Businesses 31:35

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Hosts: Justin Shelley - https://www.phoenixitadvisors.com/ Mario Zaki - https://www.mazteck.com/ Small businesses making under $500K are the #1 target for ADA website compliance lawsuits - and most business owners have never heard of this threat. In this eye-opening episode, Justin and Mario break down the "digital ambulance chasing" epidemic that'…

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67. The $10 Million Cybersecurity Mistake That Could Destroy Your Business Tomorrow 44:53

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Hosts: Justin Shelley - https://www.phoenixitadvisors.com/ Mario Zaki - https://www.mazteck.com/ Nevada's state government has been crippled by ransomware for nearly a month with most systems still down - and it's a wake-up call every business owner needs to hear. In this eye-opening episode, Justin and Mario dissect what makes some organizations r…

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Unlocking the Power of Data 58:25

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By CDW Canada

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66. Turn Hackers Into Your Security Team - with Grant McCracken 42:42

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Hosts: Justin Shelley - https://www.phoenixitadvisors.com/ Mario Zaki - https://www.mazteck.com/ Bryan Lachapelle - https://www.b4networks.ca/ Guest: Grant McCracken - https://darkhorse.sh What if the best way to secure your business was to invite hackers to attack it? In this eye-opening episode, ethical hacker Grant McCracken reveals how bug boun…

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65. 80 Clients, 2,500 Computers, 100% Encrypted: A Survival Story Every CEO Needs to Hear - with Robert Cioffi 1:01:08

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Hosts: Justin Shelley - https://www.phoenixitadvisors.com/ Mario Zaki - https://www.mazteck.com/ Guest: Robert Cioffi - https://www.patreon.com/CyberRISE and https://cyberrise.org/ In July 2021, Robert Cioffi's MSP business was completely destroyed in 90 minutes. 80 clients, 200 locations, 2,500 endpoints - 100% encrypted by ransomware through a ze…

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64. The Hidden Threat: How Vendor Breaches Can Destroy Your Business - with Jolie Grace Wareham 50:55

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Hosts: Justin Shelley - https://unhackmybusiness.com Bryan Lachapelle - https://www.b4networks.ca/ Guest: Jolie Grace Wareham, CEO of Protosec - https://protasec.com/ Your vendors could be your biggest cybersecurity weakness. In this eye-opening episode, cybersecurity advisor Jolie Grace Wareham shares a real case where a small business lost a sign…

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63. Everything Is a Data Problem: How AI Is Creating New Business Risks - with Jocelyn Houle 49:49

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Hosts: Justin Shelley - https://www.phoenixitadvisors.com/ Bryan Lachapelle - https://www.b4networks.ca/ Guest: Jocelyn Houle - https://www.jocelynhoule.com/ Small businesses are racing to adopt AI, but most are unknowingly creating massive security vulnerabilities. In this episode, veteran AI expert Jocelyn Houle reveals why "everything is a data …

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Sustainability in Technology: A New Era 1:00:21

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By CDW Canada

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62. How Elderly Scams Could Destroy Your Business and Family Wealth - with Jocelyn King 47:57

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Hosts: Justin Shelley - https://www.phoenixitadvisors.com/ | Mario Zaki - https://www.mazteck.com/ Guest: Jocelyn King, "Queen of Online Safety" - https://www.smarteronlinesafety.com/ In this eye-opening episode, cybersecurity expert Jocelyn King shares her harrowing personal story of being targeted by cybercriminals for years, losing over $500,000…

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61. When Six Figures Nearly Vanished: A Real-World Guide to Protecting Your Business from Wire Fraud The Reality Check Every Business Owner Needs 36:32

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By Phoenix IT Advisors

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60. The Brutal Truth Your Cybersecurity Is Probably Worthless - with Adriel Desautels 44:42

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By Phoenix IT Advisors

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59. Your Factory Is Wide Open: How to Lock Down Connected Machines Before It’s Too Late with Tory Bjorklundy 58:57

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Your Factory Is Wide Open: How to Lock Down Connected Machines Before It’s Too Late Legacy machines were never designed to be connected—or protected. But in modern manufacturing, connectivity is a must. So how do you protect your business when the shop floor is now on the network? In this episode, Justin talks with Tory Bjorklund, manufacturing con…

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58. The AI Advantage: How Small Businesses Can Compete (and Win) Like the Big Guys with Brad Groux 48:20

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This week on UnHacked, we’re talking with Brad Groux (cybersecurity engineer, tech founder, and co-host of The Digital Meld podcast) about how AI is quietly shaping how we build, manage, and lead our businesses. From SMBs to the enterprise, Brad has worked with it all. In this episode, we break down: Why we’re already outsourcing leadership decisio…

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Exploring BTEX 2025: Insights and Innovations 58:21

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By CDW Canada

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57. The Password Trap: What It’s Costing Your Business (And How to Escape) with Raul Cepeda 38:23

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Password fatigue isn’t just annoying—it’s expensive and dangerous. In this episode of UnHacked, Raul Cepeda Jr. from rf IDEAS breaks down the hidden costs of password dependence and shows small businesses a better way forward. From clinicians wasting hours re-logging into systems to the real risk of password-related breaches, Raul makes the case fo…

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56. Unlocked Remote Access: How One Mistake Brought a Manufacturer to a Halt with Brett Galant 59:45

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In this episode of UnHacked, cybersecurity strategist Brett Gallant walks us through a real-world disaster—a manufacturing plant brought to its knees by an unsecured remote access tool. We break down what went wrong, how it could’ve been prevented, and why business leaders must stop assuming their IT support has cybersecurity covered. If you’re a m…

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55. From Breached to Bulletproof: How Smart Businesses Stay Ahead of Cyber Threats with Michael Ritsema 37:20

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What would happen if your entire business was encrypted overnight? No files. No access. No plan. In this episode of UnHacked, we sit down with Michael Ritsema—cybersecurity strategist and President of i3 Business Solutions—who’s helped multiple companies survive full-scale breaches. Together with co-hosts Bryan Lachapelle and Mario Zake, we unpack …

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54. The Receipts Are Fake, The Photos Are Lies: A Small Business Owner's Survival Guide with Mounir Ibrahim 46:27

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Three small business owners are about to discover why their $150 inspection costs are bankrupting them—and how one diplomat's experience in Syrian war zones revealed the game-changing solution. In this eye-opening episode, cybersecurity experts Justin, Bryan, and Mario sit down with Mounir Ibrahim, former US diplomat and Chief Communications Office…

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53. The One Thing That’s Tanking Your Business Value (And How to Fix It) with James DuBos 36:10

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Are your cybersecurity gaps quietly devaluing your business? In this episode, entrepreneur and advisor Jim DuBos shares the top reasons buyers walk away—and how small business owners can protect their company’s value before it’s too late. Learn the 3 essential controls every buyer looks for, how to build a culture of security, and why cybersecurity…

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52. Deepfakes Are Coming for Your Business: Here’s How to Fight Back with Ilke Demir 52:11

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In this episode, hosts Justin Shelley and Mario Zaki welcome Dr. Ilkay Damir, a deep fake detection expert who developed FakeCatcher at Intel. Dr. Damir explains how deepfakes threaten businesses through financial scams, political misinformation, and reputation damage. She discusses her groundbreaking technology that detects fake videos by analyzin…

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Bonus Episode: Cybersecurity Challenges Faced by Canadian Organizations 1:09:30

7M ago1:09:30

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By CDW Canada

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51. Behind the Likes: What Small Business Owners Must Know About Social Media Fraud 59:00

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In this episode of UnHacked, hosts Justin Shelley and Mario Zake are joined by Tim O'Hearn, author and former software engineer, to explore the darker side of social media engagement strategies. Tim shares insights from his personal journey of creating social media bots and discusses the implications of fake activity on platforms like Instagram. Th…

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50. Security Is a Team Sport: Turning Employees from Liabilities to Cyber Defenders 45:33

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This episode focuses on the critical role people play in cybersecurity. The hosts discuss how most breaches (95-97%) involve human error, emphasizing that while technology defenses are important, humans remain the weakest link. They explore how hackers exploit human psychology through social engineering and why creating a positive security culture …

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49. Mac or PC? Mario and Damien Duke it out in This Epic Battle of Who Is More Secure 53:02

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Today we bring in a guest who consults with solopreneurs who run their businesses on Macs. This question is debated all the time: Is Mac really more secure than Windows? Well, today we heat things up on UnHacked as we battle it out. Where is Windows more vulnerable? Where is Mac more vulnerable? What threats are the same (PC vs Mac) I don't know th…

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48. I Hate the Cybersecurity Industry with Dave Sobel of The Business of Tech Podcast 51:31

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Dave Sobel is the host of The Business of Tech, a podcast that delivers the latest IT services and MSP-focused news and commentary. Curated to stories that matter with commentary answering ‘Why Do We Care? Dave shocked me when he said, "I hate the cybersecurity industry!" So I said, "Let's discuss!" The bottom line is this: we as a society can and …

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47. Architects of Defense with Lori Crooks 50:02

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Lori Crooks is the Founder and CEO of Cadra, Inc. The organization focuses on security assessments and security management projects. With a career focused on information security assessments, developing policies and standards, and advising clients regarding their information security requirements, Lori brings a deep understanding of information sec…

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46. Cybersecurity Meets Financial Planning with Eric Brotman 44:42

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Eric D. Brotman, CFP®, is the CEO of BFG Financial Advisors, President of Brotman Consulting Group, LLC, host of the Don’t Retire… Graduate! podcast, and author of the award-winning book, Don’t Retire… Graduate! Use code "unhacked" for a 25% discount on Eric's book: https://dontretiregraduatebook.com/ In our pre-interview meeting, Eric said: “Very …

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45. How to Protect Your Business When Using 3rd Party Integrations 33:16

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We make a lot of assumptions in the world of tech and cybersecurity. The most common one I see is assuming that a vendor is properly protecting your data. And honestly, that feels like the only option since we can't really see behind the curtains. But what if I told you there is a way to verify that your vendors have the proper cybersecurity safegu…

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44. How Will Tariffs Impact Cybersecurity Risks? 35:00

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How will tariffs impact cybersecurity? As costs rise, we will be forced to make difficult decisions. Many will choose not to upgrade old technology which gives the bad guys a huge advantage. Here's what to do about it.By Phoenix IT Advisors

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43. Locking Down AI with Alec Crawford 39:41

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Last week we talked about how AI can improve processes and output. Today, we’re going to talk more about the security side of AI.By Phoenix IT Advisors

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42. Th-AI Took Our Jobs! with Chase Friedman 47:06

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Like all things in tech, AI is a tool that can be used for good or bad. Today we talk with Chase Friedman, managing partner of Alpine Anchor, about leveraging AI to improve processes, outputs, and profitability.By Phoenix IT Advisors

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41. High-Stakes Divorces and Cybersecurity - with Jonathan Steele 42:42

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This week we talk with Jonathan Steele, a prominent high-stakes divorce attorney who doubles as a cybersecurity expert. At Steele Fortress, Jonathan leverages his unique blend of legal and cybersecurity expertise to provide comprehensive cybersecurity and privacy consulting services. His deep understanding of both the legal and technical aspects of…

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40. Ransomware Attacks QUADRUPLED in 2024 - and what to do about it 27:26

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Compared to 2023, ransomware attacks increased 4x in 2024. Why? Because it's EASY! With RaaS (Ransomware as a Service), anyone can be a successful bad guy. On average, it only takes someone 74 minutes to pull off a cyberheist. No skills required. This is the problem. Take a listen to learn the solution.…

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39. Forget the Russians - The ATTORNEYS are Coming! 41:35

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It's bad enough that cyber-thugs are coming for our businesses. And our bank accounts. But there's a new threat that is gaining traction: class-action lawsuits. But there's good news! A Plan of Action with Milestones (POAM for short) is your get-out-of-jail-free card. Listen up... and we'll break it down!…

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38. Compliance First - Protecting Your Empire with Tim Golden of Compliance Scorecard 1:00:27

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Tim Golden of Compliance Scorecard joins us to discuss the meaning and importance of measuring against an official security frameworkBy Phoenix IT Advisors

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Deep Dive on Data Centres 1:41:59

10M ago1:41:59

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By Martin Bazinet, Joseph Reele

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37. Why We Are Losing the Cyberwar - The Root Cause and New Solution with Christian Espinosa 59:52

11M ago59:52

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As business owners and execs, we are responsible for EVERYTHING! While cybersecurity may not be your native language, it is critical to learn enough to make informed decisions. UnHacked is a great place to start! Today we talk with Christian Espinosa about the cybersecurity basics, as well as his 7 Step Secure Methodology.…

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36. Breaking Down a Doctor's Rant with Evgeniy Kharam 56:18

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In today’s episode, we talk about a disgruntled doctor, his real/understandable problems, and [perhaps] a bigger problem with mindset; and as always, wrap it up with the formula to protect your business from Boris Grishenko.By Phoenix IT Advisors

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How Women Are Reshaping the Tech Landscape 1:10:51

11M ago1:10:51

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By Sandi Jones

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How to Empower Your Organization with AI Tools 1:04:46

1y ago1:04:46

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By CDW Canada

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35. 6 Signs Your IT Company is Leaving You Exposed 45:24

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How do you REALLY know that your IT company has you properly protected? How do you know you are getting what you pay for? This is one decision where you cannot afford to be wrong.By Phoenix IT Advisors

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How to Get the Most out of the Technology You Purchase 57:32

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By Adam Diallo, Amanda Franck