The Computer Guys, Inc.

09/01/2026

Most cyberattacks do not start with a dramatic warning on your screen.

They start quietly.

An attacker may research your company, employees, vendors, email formats, or recent activity online to make their next move look more believable.

That phishing email from “your boss” or “a vendor” may not be as random as it looks.

The more an attacker knows about your business, the easier it is to build trust before they ever try to get inside.

Cybersecurity starts before the click.

08/28/2026

Remind me later” is not a long-term IT strategy. 😅

We get it. Updates always seem to pop up at the worst possible time. But putting them off over and over can leave your computer missing important security patches, bug fixes, and performance improvements.

Our tip from the IT team: give those updates a little attention before “later” turns into “way too late.”

08/27/2026

Paolo’s been busy. 💁🏻‍♀️

Is it time for you to clean up your network area? Over time cables and other misc hardware can pile up, jumble up and become their own little monster. We clean up networks all the time. Let’s get yours looking like a “princess”. ✨

08/26/2026

When your IT is working the way it should, you probably aren’t thinking about what’s happening behind the scenes.

And that’s kind of the point.

Managed IT includes monitoring the health, security, and performance of the technology your business relies on every day. From computers and servers to backups, networks, updates, and security tools, there’s a lot happening before you ever submit a support ticket.

Over the next few months, we’re breaking down some of the things an MSP actually monitors and why they matter.

Because good IT isn’t just a

bout fixing problems. It’s about catching them early.

08/24/2026

🚩 IT red flags aren’t always obvious.

Sometimes they look like shared passwords, updates that keep getting postponed, backups that have never been tested, or old employee accounts that are still active.

One red flag may not seem like a big deal. A handful of them can create real security and reliability problems for your business.

Take a look around your office. How many IT red flags would we spot?

08/19/2026

Hybrid work isn’t the exception anymore. It’s simply how most teams work today, even our own.

On any given day, some of us might be together in the conference room, while others are working from home, at a client site, or joining while traveling. No matter where everyone is working, the experience should feel connected, productive, and seamless.

That’s why we believe your technology should work for the way you want to work, making it easy to communicate, collaborate, and stay productive from virtually anywhere, without sacrificing security.

The goal isn’t just to make hybrid work possible. It’s to make it simple, reliable, and secure, whether your team is across the table or across the country. If your team and your tech are not in sync, maybe it's times to reach out to find a better collaboration.

08/18/2026

**Your Phone System Should Do More Than Ring. 📞**

Modern business phone systems can do a lot more than simply make and receive calls. With VoIP, your business can take advantage of features like:

✓ Auto attendants to professionally greet and route callers
✓ Call routing to help customers reach the right person
✓ Desktop apps for making and receiving calls from your computer
✓ Mobile apps that keep your business number with you on the go
✓ Voicemail and other advanced calling features

Whether you're replacing an outdated phone system or looking for more flexibility, we can help you find a solution that fits your business.

**Ready to see what your phone system could be doing for you? Contact us to learn more about VoIP.**

08/15/2026

Our COO is glad to join ACW and to continue to make connections throughout the channel with other amazing women not only in Michigan but across the US.

08/15/2026

We are so glad to have sponsored a part of this fun summer program. Great work Farmington! What an accomplishment for reading!

08/14/2026

We'll be at the Expo! See you there!

Don't miss your chance to connect with 𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝗮 𝗵𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗿𝗲𝗱 local businesses at the 2026 Multi-Chamber Business Expo! 🤝

Whether you're looking to grow your network, discover new business resources, or showcase your company, this signature event brings together professionals from across the region for an afternoon of meaningful connections and new opportunities.

𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝘂𝘀 𝗮𝘀 𝘀𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗻 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗿𝗰𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝘁𝗼𝗴𝗲𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝘁𝗼 𝗰𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘀𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗯𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆. This is THE event you won't want to miss... We can't wait to see you there!

Get registered here: https://cca.troychamber.com/EvtListing.aspx?class=E&dbid2=mitroy&&evtid=20640499

Participating Chambers: Troy Chamber of Commerce, Birmingham Bloomfield Chamber, Clawson Chamber of Commerce, Connect Macomb, Greater Farmington Area Chamber of Commerce, Royal Oak Chamber of Commerce, Southfield Area Chamber of Commerce