Net WORKSbLOG

Businesses rarely operate in isolation. From cloud service providers to software vendors and outsourced IT support, third-party partners play a crucial role in keeping operations running smoothly. But when those partners experience a cybersecurity breach, compliance failure, or operational breakdown, the consequences can quickly spill over to your business.

Microsoft Windows 10 will reach its end of life (EOL) on October 14, 2025. It won’t stop working, but it will no longer receive security updates or technical support from Microsoft.

Every business owner knows that growth doesn’t happen by accident. It takes clear goals, smart investments, and a focus on efficiency. Technology plays a big role in making that possible, but it’s not always easy to figure out how to get the most out of your IT budget.

Having a solid tech plan makes sure your organization’s use of technology matches up with its needs, and keeps your resource usage as efficient as possible.

Even the most advanced software and hardware will eventually become obsolete. It usually doesn’t come to a halt at once, but instead you might encounter a brief freeze here, or an app closing by itself there. This is usually a sign that something is reaching the end of its life cycle.

In the aftermath of a disaster like Hurricane Helene, it’s hard to overstate the impact these types of tragedies have. While communities come together to rebuild, just one of the many types of challenges they face is restoring their business operations. At Net Works, we’ve been there before.