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Do you know a young adult interested in IT? NPower Canada has partnered with Microsoft to provide IT training and certification, and launch careers. Click through to find out how to apply and to read up on the programs on offer, including the the Junior IT Analyst and the Junior Security and Quality Assurance Analyst programs. https://npowercanada.ca/youth/

As we adapt to our new ways of work, keep in mind that online scams will evolve as well. Stay vigilant, change your passwords, and call us if you need to discuss your company's digital security plan. https://www.thestar.com//covid-19-scammers-are-using-data-

While we're looking at tips, have you seen some of the latest features on LinkedIn? Make sure to take advantage of these as you work to build your professional platform. LinkedIn Live for your profession live video needs Name pronunciation audio to accompany your profile Post reactions with more options ... Interactive polls to gauge your audience's thoughts LinkedIn documents with a scrollable preview https://later.com/blog/new-linkedin-features/ via Later

Is your company email hosted on Gmail? Use these handy tips to help make the most of your email experience. #emailtips https://www.computerworld.com//gmail-tips-snoozing-shortcu

"However, the pandemic has now neutralized virtual meetings. Everyone appears equally as a window on a screen. In the future, we imagine organizing meetings in a similar manner, using immersive technology to connect co-located clusters of participants more seamlessly and equitably with co-located clusters of their colleagues. A key feature of the decentralized office could be a hybrid conference room or broadcast center with virtual reality/augmented reality technology." The ...Harvard Business Review offers an interesting perspective on the possible urban office of the future. No matter how things play out, there's no denying that technology will play an important part. And we're excited to see those developments ahead in the coming years. #technology #officedesign https://hbr.org/2020/08/reimagining-the-urban-office

Have you reset your passwords recently? Use this scorecard to grade your passwords and consider taking the time to improve your digital security. #passwordprotection #itsecurity

Google joins the growing list of companies pivoting to longer work from home plans. If you're doing the same, Da Vinci Networks can help get you and your team set up for success. Send us a message https://lnkd.in/gC5XtZY

It's great to see so many incredible Canadian cleantech startups getting this boost. https://betakit.com/sustainable-development-technology-can/

While we've talked about the cybersecurity aspects of work from home, it's just as important to create a well-rounded and positive experience for team members setting up their new work stations. Here are a few tips from Forbes to help get your team started. https://www.forbes.com//10-tips-and-tricks-for-making-wo/

A great initiative from Microsoft to increase digital skills around the world.

Curious about the future of technology and AI? Microsoft CTO Kevin Scott shares his thought in the video below from #MSBuild. https://www.linkedin.com//microsoft_msbuild-activity-66689

Our friends at Arrivals + Departures Advertising are supporting a great cause this week. Join Dan Bennett on Saturday as he walks 24 hours in support of JDRF Canada. #walkforall

This past week has been shaken up by announcements from Shopify and others about long-term work-from-home plans. If your company is considering the same, we're here to help you plan what that means for your team's tech. https://www.cbc.ca//shopify-pandemic-staff-ottawa-1.5578614

In celebration of National Password Day, we want to help you keep your accounts safe. Da Vinci Networks is offering a free Darkweb scan to find any compromised user accounts or possible breaches. Wondering if you need a scan? LastPass recently found that while most people surveyed know reusing passwords is a risk, 66% of them are doing it anyway! Those reused passwords may be putting you and your company at risk. Click below to find their full report, and send us a message ...to get started with your free scan. https://www.lastpass.com/resou/psychology-of-passwords-2020

Wondering how to make the most of working from home? Our partners at Microsoft have set out tips to help: 1 Have the right tools 2 Be secure 3 Communicate effectively ... 4 Connect with coworkers 5 Find a proper work-life balance Click through to read the details: https://www.microsoft.com//resources/tips-working-from-home

There is a good chance that this news cycle has got you thinking about #remotework. Buffer And AngelList's survey of workers shows that it's not only a good way to keep your staff #productive but also a great way to keep them happy & healthy as well. https://lp.buffer.com/state-of-remote-work-2020... Discover the data here and if you want to talk about setting up a safe and secure way to have your team work remotely - don't hesitate to ask us.

We're always on the lookout for seamless office solutions and Logitech has just announced a new stylish way to manage conference calls. If you're planning an office upgrade or modernizing your office solutions, we can help!

Ransomware, Trojans, malware and all manner of questionable file downloads will be dealt a blow in the next six months!

Canadian eCommerce keeps growing and we're proud to be a trusted partner of Ingram Micro. Their 99% shipping accuracy and on-time arrival rates are driving product adoption across Canada and making them a go-to provider of shipping solutions. What to know more? ... Here's a quick video on the platform with T. Lang Moffat!

"Data, and privacy around data, is a human right that has to be protected and you have to be transparent." -- Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella, at the recent World Economic Forum. Now, more than ever, data security is in focus. Your customers' privacy is paramount, making a strong data security plan a must-have for businesses everywhere.

Samsung is bringing the Galaxy Tab Active Pro to Canada. These resilient, all-weather tablets are perfect for your remote team members and even come with a "glove mode" to make typing in the Canadian winter possible without freezing your digits! The Tab Active is fully customizable and perfect for everything from marketing street teams to logistics teams working in remote areas.

Windows Central wrapped up the decade with an ode to Microsoft OneDrive. Check out the article below to learn about the history of the cloud storage app, and raise a toast to all those who love the cloud as much as we do. https://www.windowscentral.com/decade-in-review-onedrive

A great office helps your team stay productive, passionate, and engaged. With 2020 here, Inc. Magazine has a great round-up of some inspiring office designs from the last year. https://www.inc.com/graham/worlds-coolest-offices-2019.html

Office security isn't something most people think about until it shows up in the news. Take a look at WIRED's top 10 hacks of the decade and if you have any questions - feel free to ask! https://www.wired.com/story/worst-hacks-of-the-decade/

Sharp Electronics of Canada Ltd. recently launched the Windows Collaboration Display from Sharp to help teams collaborate in real-time, no matter where they are. The 69.5-inch interactive 4K Ultra HD display can "monitor meeting spaces and create ideal working environments by automatically changing conditions such as heating and lighting to suit the time of day and number of participants." As remote teams and cross-office collaboration become more common, smart meeting space...s are an increasingly efficient way to connect teams. Considering it for your own office? Give us a call - we can help. https://sharpnewshub.ca/sharp-canada-introduces-the-worlds/

Costo and Nordstrom Rack both watched as eager shopping traffic brought their sites down even before Black Friday. As companies grow and consumer behaviours evolve, digital infrastructure starts to interact in ways your business might not have intended. Unexpected increases to server loads can cause outages at key times. We recommend reviewing your server infrastructure, marketing strategies, and plans going into peak seasons for your business.

Great to see MaRS Discovery District Export Development Canada - EDC partnering to help bring Canadian tech startups to the world. "The two organizations will develop a program dubbed the International Solutions Suite, a portfolio of services to help Canadian tech companies identify and explore global markets. Market intelligence and research reports, events and workshops, and direct connections to local experts are some of the offerings MaRS and the EDC are hoping to provide...." - via BetaKit https://betakit.com/mars-and-edc-announce-new-program-for-/ #startupstrategies #canadiantech #torontotech

Charing your phone at the airport? Think twice about using those convenient USB ports. They may have been altered to steal your data. So why risk it, when there are other easy ways to safely charge your device: Use the common outlet charger Bring your own power bank Invest in a charge-only USB cable ... https://youtu.be/4gJlkS_WxZA #workanywhere #travelsmart #digitalsecurity

Check out the fantastic story from the brothers behind Sherweb, a company we're proud to partner with for our cloud services offering. #cloudservices #informationtechnology

As technology jobs continue to grow in Canada, and here in Ontario, it's incredible to see companies support the future of the industry. "Developed by IBM in 2011, P-TECH is aimed at helping regional economies and disadvantaged populations with a workforce better prepared for skilled tech positions that dont necessarily require a traditional, four-year college degree by directly linking high school, college, and careers." - via ITWorld Canada.

We receive a lot of questions from clients who've been told Mac products don't get viruses. But they do. Working with your IT provider to ensure your systems are optimized for security should be a top priority for every company, no matter the operating system. https://www.zdnet.com//macos-users-targeted-with-new-tarm/

In a world where education is evolving for our students Microsoft is on the cutting edge! With the extensive STEM curriculum possible through #Windows10, more students than ever are discovering their passion and truly flourishing in the classroom. Check out how one Norwegian school is opening doors for all its students. #microsoft #IT #torontotech #education #technology #localIT https://customers.microsoft.com//solberg-skole-edu-k12-off

Microsoft helps put your team first! Building future STEM leaders among the students of today. EngGirlProblems saw STEM power in action among the young women of FIRST Robotics Canada. Read their story! https://www.enggirlproblems.com//putting-teamwork-first-bu

Bridgeport has interwoven technology into the very fabric of their curriculum. From teacher collaboration to STEM-specific program training, Bridgeport's magnet high schools, such as Fairchild Wheeler, are the perfect example of what a modern classroom can be. At Da Vinci Networks, we like to think of the Bridgeport story not as an ideal to be put on a pedestal, but as a reminder that modern classrooms are achievable for school districts, no matter their size. Contact us to learn more about bringing the modern classroom to your district. https://customers.microsoft.com//bridgeport-edu-intune-off

Spring your team into action with these up an coming tech trends for 2019! #computing #future #tech #torontotech https://blogs.oracle.com/dont-sleep-on-these-top-5-enterpri

Today is International Womens day! We honor today, with a group of amazing Torontonian women who do things "only a girl can do" for the tech industry. Check out their stories on innovation, struggle and triumph below. #torontotech #internationalwomensday #balanceforbetter #toronto #techupdates #womenintech