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27/04/2026

Microsoft 365 price increases are coming. 🚨

From 1 July 2026, Microsoft will be increasing pricing across a range of Microsoft 365 plans, and Australian businesses will be affected.

For many businesses, this could mean licence costs rising anywhere from 5% to 33% at renewal. Plans impacted include:
✅ Microsoft 365 Business Basic and Standard
✅ Microsoft 365 and Office 365 E3 and E5
✅ Frontline plans
✅ Apps, Windows, and security add-ons

For businesses across Geelong, Colac, and Victoria, now is a good time to review what you are actually using and what you are paying for. We’re already helping businesses:
✅ Check for unused or unnecessary licences
✅ Make better use of included security features
✅ Lock in current pricing with annual plans
✅ Avoid unexpected cost increases next financial year

If your renewal is coming up, it’s worth having a quick look now rather than later.

IT How To can help you review your setup and lock in current pricing. You can reach us at ithowto.com.au, email sales@ithowto.com.au, or call (03) 5215 6101.

14/04/2026

Cybersecurity isn’t something you set and forget. 🔐

Protecting your business takes ongoing attention. Systems change, threats evolve, and what worked last year may not be enough today.

Regular reviews, staff awareness, updates, and monitoring all play a role in keeping your business secure over time.

For Geelong businesses, taking a proactive approach means fewer surprises and more confidence in how your systems are protected.

If it’s been a while since your last security check, now is a good time to revisit it. IT How To can help you assess where things stand and put practical steps in place to strengthen your security.

Get in touch to start the conversation.

🔗 https://ithowto.com.au/

30/03/2026

Cyber incidents can quickly disrupt day-to-day operations and create ripple effects across your entire organisation.

❗️40% experience business disruption
❗️29% suffer information loss
❗️25% face revenue loss
❗️29% see productivity drop
❗️4% deal with equipment damage

These are the kinds of outcomes that affect timelines, client service, and overall business continuity.

For Geelong businesses, having the right security measures in place helps reduce risk and keeps operations running as expected.

If you’re unsure where your current risks sit, IT How To can help you review your systems and strengthen your cybersecurity.

https://ithowto.com.au/

13/03/2026

Scams are becoming more convincing every year, and many start with a simple email, text, or phone call. For businesses in Geelong and across Australia, staying alert is one of the best ways to reduce risk.

Scammers rely on people reacting quickly. Taking a moment to check these four things can help prevent serious security incidents. As highlighted in the SLAM the Scam awareness guide, phishing emails often rely on urgency, spoofed addresses, and convincing messages to trick people into responding.

If you’re unsure about a suspicious email or want to strengthen your organisation’s cyber security, IT How To helps Geelong businesses protect their systems, emails, and data. Call (03) 5215 6101 or visit our website.

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04/03/2026

Small businesses are a major target for cybercrime.❗️

Many business owners assume cybercriminals only go after large organisations. The reality is very different.

Recent data shows that 60% of all targeted cyberattacks are aimed at small and medium businesses. Smaller organisations are often seen as easier targets because they may not have the same level of security controls in place.

The impact can be serious. Data breaches, ransomware, and system downtime can quickly disrupt operations and damage trust with clients.

The good news is that many attacks can be prevented with the right approach to cybersecurity. Regular security assessments, staff training, strong authentication, and proper backup strategies all play an important role.

If you’re unsure how secure your systems are, IT How To works with Geelong businesses to review IT environments and strengthen cybersecurity before problems occur.

🔐 Contact us to learn how we can help protect your business.

https://ithowto.com.au/contact

16/01/2026

⚠️ Geelong and Colac hardware update

RAM pricing aren’t “going up”. They’ve blown out.

In July 2025, a Kingston Fury Beast 32GB DDR5 6000 kit was around $159.
Today, that same kit is sitting at around $699.
That’s a 320% increase in a matter of weeks.

This shift is being driven by global demand from AI data centres, with manufacturers prioritising server grade DRAM over consumer and business supply.

We are already seeing the flow on effects locally. Business laptop stock is tightening, and availability is changing week to week. Some popular models are becoming difficult to source.

What this means for your business:
❗️Delaying upgrades is likely to cost more later
❗️Hardware budgets can blow out unexpectedly
❗️You risk buying what is available, not what actually suits your needs

If you have upgrades planned for Q1 or Q2, now is the time to act. IT How To can help lock in current pricing on RAM, laptops, and full system refreshes before the next increase.

Contact us today:
📞 (03) 5215 6101
✉️ sales@ithowto.com.au
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This shift is being driven by global demand from AI data centres, with manufacturers prioritising server-grade DRAM over consumer and business supply.

11/08/2025

🗓 Two months to go. Windows 10 support is ending.

On October 14, 2025, Microsoft will officially end support for Windows 10. That means:
❌ No more security updates
❌ No more bug fixes
❌ Higher risk of cyberattacks and compatibility issues

Your devices will still work, but without updates, they will be more vulnerable to security threats.

What to do now:
✅ Check if your devices can upgrade to Windows 11
✅ Plan your upgrade to avoid last-minute disruptions
✅ Consider replacing older PCs that do not meet Windows 11 requirements

Time is running out. IT How To can help with upgrades, migrations, and security planning so your business stays protected.

https://ithowto.com.au/

17/07/2025

Ready to upgrade how your business communicates?

Whether you're a team of 3 or 300, IT How To delivers enterprise-grade VoIP and PBX solutions that are reliable, scalable, and cost-effective. Say goodbye to dropped calls, clunky systems, and hidden costs.

✅ Seamless VoIP calling
✅ Reliable and flexible PBX setups
✅ Local support when you need it

Think big. Act bigger. Let’s simplify your communication so you can focus on growing your business.

📲 Call us on 1300 ITHOWTO or email voice@ithowto.com.au to get started.

13/05/2025

The dark web is a hidden part of the internet where stolen data, like business credentials, emails, and sensitive info, is often bought and sold.

If your business’s data ends up there, it can lead to unauthorised access, financial loss, or serious reputational damage.

Watch our quick explainer video to understand how the dark web works, why it matters to your business, and what you can do to reduce the risk.

Want to know if your data has been exposed? Contact IT How To for a free dark web scan and personalised advice.

https://ithowto.com.au/

28/02/2025

Data breaches happen more often than you think and when employee work emails and passwords are leaked, they can end up on the dark web for sale to cybercriminals.

This puts your business data, systems, and reputation at serious risk.

At IT How To, we offer a free dark web scan to check if your employees’ work emails have been exposed in a data breach so you can take action before it’s too late.

Watch our video to learn more, then get in touch to book your free scan. Contact us today.

https://ithowto.com.au/

27/02/2025

Cloud services can be more secure than local storage when properly configured.

Leading cloud providers invest heavily in security, but user settings and poor access control can create vulnerabilities.

How to keep Cloud Data safe:
✅ Use strong authentication methods (MFA is a must!)
✅ Restrict access to sensitive files
✅ Regularly review security settings

Need expert guidance on securing your cloud setup? IT How To can help you implement best practices to keep your data protected. Contact us today.

https://ithowto.com.au/

26/02/2025

Cybercriminals are getting smarter, and phishing emails are more convincing than ever. A single click on a malicious link can lead to stolen credentials, ransomware attacks, or financial loss.

At IT How To, we help businesses train their employees with simulated phishing tests, so they can recognise and avoid real threats before they cause damage.

Watch the video to learn more, then get in touch to protect your business from phishing attacks.

https://ithowto.com.au/

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