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The Blog

Dispatches from the terminal — tech tips, IT insights, and field notes.

Signs Your Business Has Outgrown Basic Tech Support

Signs Your Business Has Outgrown Basic Tech Support

Still calling a friend when the Wi-Fi goes down? Your Oahu business may need more than break-fix help. Here are the signs it's time to upgrade your IT support.

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PC Repair Near Me: What to Look for Before Choosing a Computer Repair Shop

PC Repair Near Me: What to Look for Before Choosing a Computer Repair Shop

Not all computer repair shops are equal. Here's what Oahu residents should look for before handing over their PC to just anyone.

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IT Services in Honolulu: What Small Businesses Should Expect from a Local IT Provider

IT Services in Honolulu: What Small Businesses Should Expect from a Local IT Provider

Not all IT providers are the same. Here's what Honolulu small businesses should actually expect, and demand, from a local IT partner.

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Computer Repair in Honolulu: When to Repair, Replace, or Upgrade Your PC

Computer Repair in Honolulu: When to Repair, Replace, or Upgrade Your PC

Not sure whether to fix, upgrade, or replace your computer? Here's how Honolulu residents and small businesses can make the smart call every time.

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Ransomware Hit a Local Transportation Company at 1 AM. Here's What Happened.

Ransomware Hit a Local Transportation Company at 1 AM. Here's What Happened.

A real ransomware recovery story from Oahu: what went wrong, what we salvaged, and the ongoing work to make sure it never happens again.

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230,000 Login Attempts and an Open Door: Inside a Real Ransomware Attack

230,000 Login Attempts and an Open Door: Inside a Real Ransomware Attack

A real Oahu ransomware case: an exposed RDP port on an unpatched Windows Server 2008 led to encrypted files, a downed network, and a painful recovery.

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That Browser Extension You Didn't Install? It Might Be the Problem

That Browser Extension You Didn't Install? It Might Be the Problem

Malicious browser addons are a common and sneaky form of malware. Here's how they get in, what they do, and how to get rid of them.

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A Phishing Attack Bypassed 2FA: What We Learned and What You Should Know

A Phishing Attack Bypassed 2FA: What We Learned and What You Should Know

A real phishing incident showed how attackers bypass two-factor authentication. Here's what happened, how we responded, and how your business can stay protected.

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When a 2GB Database Limit Shut Down a Multi-Location Vet Practice

When a 2GB Database Limit Shut Down a Multi-Location Vet Practice

An Avimark flat file database hit its 2GB limit and took down every location. Here's how Cowabunga! Computers restored operations and migrated to a new server.

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