July 2024

Why Enable Automatic Updates? The Risks of Ignoring Updates Failing to keep your WordPress site and its plugins updated can lead to serious consequences. Here are some potential risks: How to Enable Automatic Updates Enabling automatic updates for WordPress and its plugins is a straightforward process. Here are some steps to get you started: Additionally, there are plugins available that… Read More »The Importance of Enabling Plugin and Automatic Updates for WordPress

At Approved Systems, we understand how frustrating it can be when your Windows system isn’t performing at its best. Fortunately, there’s a built-in tool called the System File Checker (SFC) that can help you resolve many common issues. This tool scans for and restores corrupt Windows system files. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to use SFC /scannow to fix… Read More »How to Fix Common Problems on a Windows System on your own

Why Unique Passwords Matter Using a common password across multiple accounts significantly increases the risk of a security breach. All it takes is one bad actor to intercept, hack, or exploit a vulnerability in your operating system to obtain a password. Once they have access to your password, they may not use it immediately but could store it or upload… Read More »The Importance of Unique Passwords for Business Accounts

The recent global IT outage caused by a faulty update to CrowdStrike’s Falcon platform has highlighted the vulnerabilities many businesses face when relying on single-vendor solutions. On July 19, 2024, a Rapid Response Content update from CrowdStrike led to widespread crashes of Windows devices, resulting in significant disruptions across various sectors, including healthcare, transportation, and general business operations. This incident… Read More »Navigating the 2024 CrowdStrike Incident: How Approved Systems Ensures Resilience and Support