A lapsed Meraki license can take the network down with itLapsed Meraki co-term licenses can shut down entire networks after a 30-day grace period. Know your model and track renewal dates to avoid outages. Oct 05 26October 05, 2026Article at spiceworks.com
Emergency patching for small IT teamsSmall IT teams can use CISA's risk-based triage framework to prioritize critical vulnerabilities, apply timely mitigations, and streamline emergency patching Sep 23 26September 23, 2026Article at spiceworks.com
Admin pages don’t belong on the open internetRansomware crews are exploiting internet-exposed firewall admin pages. Learn how to scan your network, eliminate public login pages, and adopt secure remote access. Sep 23 26September 23, 2026Article at spiceworks.com
What SonicWall Gen 6 end of support means for the firewall in your closetSonicWall Gen 6 firewalls lose support on Oct 1. Learn the security risks, Akira ransomware threats, and replacement costs before your deadline. Sep 21 26September 21, 2026Article at spiceworks.com
How to justify your cloud bill when finance wants to make cutsLearn how IT leaders can decode cloud bills, cut waste, and collaborate with finance to manage variable cloud expenses effectively. Aug 24 26August 24, 2026Article at spiceworks.com
Proving it’s not your network when the cloud is slowDuring a cloud slowdown, run 4 systematic checks to pinpoint if a cloud outage is to blame, helping you prove it's not your company network or your ISP. Aug 24 26August 24, 2026Article at spiceworks.com
What Microsoft’s reported Windows 11 price hike means for your PC budgetMicrosoft reportedly bumped Windows 11 license fees. That means it's a good time to audit vendor quotes and control your PC budget. Aug 17 26August 17, 2026Article at spiceworks.com
Shutting down a cloud service without leaving a messDon’t leave a mess when you quit a cloud service. Follow this cloud offboarding guide to securely export data, revoke stale OAuth tokens, and clean up dangling DNS records. Aug 17 26August 17, 2026Article at spiceworks.com
Read your Microsoft 365 agreement before it renews itselfMicrosoft 365's new pricing and renewal terms are here. Act now to review your subscription date, auto-renew settings, and seat counts before your next renewal bill. Aug 10 26August 10, 2026Article at spiceworks.com
Cloud repatriation when you don’t have a data centerThinking about cloud repatriation? Before moving workloads home, analyze your cloud bill and hardware costs—only steady, predictable tasks are worth it. Aug 10 26August 10, 2026Article at spiceworks.com
What to revoke the day someone leaves your company?IT offboarding often fails due to poor HR communication. Focus on building stronger handoffs before relying on revocation checklists to secure access. Jul 15 26July 15, 2026Article at spiceworks.com
Threat detection when a SIEM is out of reachSmall IT teams can build effective threat detection without a pricey SIEM. Use your existing logs and free tools to create high-value, actionable alerts. Jul 08 26July 08, 2026Article at spiceworks.com
Modern identity security without an enterprise budgetStrengthen your identity security with phishing-resistant MFA, passkeys, and conditional access without enterprise costs. Jul 01 26July 01, 2026Article at spiceworks.com
Your phone numbers are an identity credential you don’t fully controlPort-out attacks turn your phone number into a master key for attackers. Secure your accounts by enabling carrier locks and moving MFA away from SMS today. Jun 29 26June 29, 2026Article at spiceworks.com
The copper shutdown is coming for your building systemsFCC copper shutdowns threaten fire and elevator systems. IT must audit and replace these critical lines now to avoid a rushed, 90-day transition scramble. Jun 25 26June 25, 2026Article at spiceworks.com
Securing the AI tools your users have already adopted - SpiceworksManage shadow AI by moving tools to admin-controlled business tiers, vetting integrations, and setting clear adoption policies instead of banning them Jun 23 26June 23, 2026Article at spiceworks.com
How to audit your telecom spend before renewal? - SpiceworksAudit telecom bills before renewals to find hidden waste like unused lines. Use your findings to negotiate better terms and save money instead of auto-renewing. Jun 22 26June 22, 2026Article at spiceworks.com
Why your phone system is now a front-line attack surface - SpiceworksVishing is a growing threat targeting your company’s help desks and finance teams. Protect your organization by implementing stricter verification and access controls. Jun 16 26June 16, 2026Article at spiceworks.com
How eSIM is changing device management for IT - SpiceworkseSIMs shift control to software. Secure your carrier accounts and update offboarding procedures to fully remove profiles upon employee exit. Jun 10 26June 10, 2026Article at spiceworks.com
How to keep your IT department running when you can’t hire enough people - SpiceworksUnderstaffed IT teams are fragile. Boost resilience in your IT department by shedding unnecessary work, automating tasks, and cross-training key knowledge. Jun 02 26June 02, 2026Article at spiceworks.com