Managed IT Support: Unlocking Small Business Growth, Security, and Efficiency in 2025
Tim Fauley Tim Fauley

Managed IT Support: Unlocking Small Business Growth, Security, and Efficiency in 2025

As technology evolves rapidly, small businesses face unique challenges—from cyber threats to network complexity. Managed IT support offers a strategic solution that helps small businesses minimize risks, optimize operations, and scale with confidence. Learn how partnering with a trusted managed services provider can transform your business's technology landscape in 2025 and beyond.

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Business Internet Buyer’s Checklist (2025): 12 Questions to Ask Before You Order
Tim Fauley Tim Fauley

Business Internet Buyer’s Checklist (2025): 12 Questions to Ask Before You Order

Choosing business internet isn’t just about picking a speed. This practical checklist walks you through reliability, SLAs, redundancy, static IPs, install timelines, and more—so you can order once, and order right. We’re vendor-neutral with access to 200+ providers and act as your single point of contact before and after install.

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Guest Wi-Fi & Network Segmentation: The 30-Minute Fix That Protects Your Office Network
Tim Fauley Tim Fauley

Guest Wi-Fi & Network Segmentation: The 30-Minute Fix That Protects Your Office Network

If customers or contractors connect to the same Wi-Fi as your point-of-sale, laptops, or file server, one infected device can put your whole business at risk. A simple, fast win is to create a separate “Guest” network (and a separate segment for smart/IoT gadgets) so outside devices can reach the internet—but not your business systems. This reduces lateral movement during an attack and is recommended by U.S. cybersecurity agencies.

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WhatsApp Emergency Security Update: Protect Your Device Today
Tim Fauley Tim Fauley

WhatsApp Emergency Security Update: Protect Your Device Today

Cybersecurity threats are constantly evolving, and one of the most dangerous types is a zero-click attack—where hackers can compromise your device without you clicking a link or opening a file. This week, WhatsApp confirmed it had patched a major zero-click spyware vulnerability affecting its iOS and macOS apps.

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5 Password Security Mistakes That Could Cost Your Small Business Thousands
Tim Fauley Tim Fauley

5 Password Security Mistakes That Could Cost Your Small Business Thousands

Did you know that 81% of data breaches involve compromised passwords, costing small businesses an average of $3.31 million per incident? Discover the five critical password mistakes your team might be making right now – and learn how to fix them before cybercriminals exploit these vulnerabilities. From sticky note passwords to ignored multi-factor authentication, this guide provides practical, actionable steps any small business can implement today to dramatically improve their security posture.

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Why an IT Company Offers Printing (and Why Our Clients Asked for It)
Tim Fauley Tim Fauley

Why an IT Company Offers Printing (and Why Our Clients Asked for It)

We didn’t add printing just because it’s convenient—we added it because clients asked us to carry their brand from web to print without the runaround. Now you can order business cards, postcards, flyers, envelopes, letterhead, and door hangers right from our site, alongside the internet, phone, and IT help you already trust.

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How to Scale Your Office Network on a Tight Budget
Tim Fauley Tim Fauley

How to Scale Your Office Network on a Tight Budget

As your small business grows, your trusty little router in the back office starts to feel the squeeze. But upgrading your entire network shouldn’t cost an arm and a leg. Here’s a friendly walkthrough to stretch every dollar while keeping your team humming along smoothly.

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2025 Internet Security Essentials for Small Businesses
Tim Fauley Tim Fauley

2025 Internet Security Essentials for Small Businesses

Small businesses are increasingly targeted by cyber threats—not because they’re careless, but because attackers assume they’re unprepared. In this post, we explain the most important internet security practices for 2025 and how CreaTech can help business owners build a more secure and resilient connection.

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Stop Wasting Time on Hold: How CreaTech Simplifies Your Business Tech Setup
Tim Fauley Tim Fauley

Stop Wasting Time on Hold: How CreaTech Simplifies Your Business Tech Setup

Managing internet, phones, cybersecurity, and hardware shouldn't mean managing four different companies. At CreaTech Innovations, we act as your single point of contact—connecting you with the right providers from our network of 200+ trusted partners.

In this post, we explain how our vendor-neutral approach saves time, reduces frustration, and gets your business running smoothly.

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Windows 10 End of Life: What It Means and Why You Should Upgrade Now
Tim Fauley Tim Fauley

Windows 10 End of Life: What It Means and Why You Should Upgrade Now

Microsoft will officially end support for Windows 10 on October 14, 2025, leaving users without critical security updates. In this post, we explain why upgrading to Windows 11 is the safest and smartest option—and what to do if your device isn’t compatible. Don’t wait until the last minute to protect your system.

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Apple AirPlay Flaws Expose Billions of Devices to Zero-Click Attacks: What You Need to Know and How to Stay Safe
Tim Fauley Tim Fauley

Apple AirPlay Flaws Expose Billions of Devices to Zero-Click Attacks: What You Need to Know and How to Stay Safe

If you use an iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV, or any AirPlay-enabled device, it’s time to check for updates. A newly discovered set of vulnerabilities — called AirBorne — could let hackers take control of your device without you clicking a thing. These “zero-click” attacks spread silently over Wi-Fi and may affect billions of Apple and third-party products.

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Technology is great—until it isn’t
Tim Fauley Tim Fauley

Technology is great—until it isn’t

Technology can help you run your business and be more efficient. It can help you do more with less, keep information more secure, keep people connected and generally keep the trains running on time. It’s a wonderful thing—until it isn’t.

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