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Yesterday, Microsoft experienced a widespread service disruption affecting Microsoft 365 email and other products.

Outage reports spiked around 2:40 p.m. EST, impacting organizations globally. Microsoft has since confirmed that the issue was fully resolved as of approximately 1:30 a.m. EST, and services are now operating normally.

If email or Microsoft 365 services were unavailable or inconsistent yesterday, this outage was the cause.

More details on the incident here:

Microsoft outage now 'resolved' — latest updates as 365, Outlook and Teams return Everything you need to know about the major Microsoft outage

🔒 Locking your phone isn’t enough—and most people don’t realize it until something goes wrong.

If you use your phone for work, email, MFA, or banking, there are a few settings that can expose accounts even when your phone is locked.

We put together a simple guide that explains what most people miss—and how to fix it in just a few minutes.

👉 Read the guide here:
https://www.networkcomputerpros.com/mobile-phone-security-for-business-owners/

It also includes a downloadable checklist you can use yourself or share with coworkers and family members.

Mobile Phone Security for Business Owners | Network Computer Pros One stolen phone can lead to email compromise and data loss. Learn practical mobile phone security steps every business owner should follow.

Happy Thanksgiving

I’m grateful for my team. This was our busiest year yet, and they handled every challenge with the same focus and commitment that keep our clients running strong.

A big thank you to our clients. Your referrals brought us more new business than ever, and that trust means everything.

Here are a few pictures from this past Thursday. The Thursday before Thanksgiving has become our “Techsgiving,” a day to celebrate our team and all the work they put in.

If you’re not a client yet but want to know what it’s like to work with us, I can connect you with someone who is. Don’t take my word for it.

Grateful for all of you. Enjoy the holiday.

Taking care of our clients is what we do best. It allows us to support our community in meaningful ways.
This weekend we were proud to be a corporate sponsor of the Becker Strong 5K and to have several of our team members out on the course representing Network Computer Pros. The race honors the late principal Robert Becker (“Mr. B”) and raises funds for sarcoma research and student scholarships.
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Read more about the event here: https://www.local10.com/news/local/2025/11/12/becker-strong-family-friends-to-honor-late-hollywood-principal-with-charity-5k/

We’re proud to live our values—and to show up both for our clients and for our community.

Today, we pause to recognize and thank the brave men and women who have served our country. Your courage, sacrifice, and commitment to protecting our freedoms inspire us every day.

From all of us at Network Computer Pros, thank you for your service.

👻Happy Halloween from the NCP team! 🎃
We had a little dress-up fun around the office today. Vote for your favorite costume!
From right to left: Dr. Juan, Sugar Daddy Sebastian, Rockin’ Robert, Where’s Waldo (Jonathon), Bob Belcher (Nick), and our newest team member, Hotdog Jose.

Reminder, don't reuse passwords.

A reminder that even the smallest security habits matter. As a Champion with the National Cybersecurity Alliance, we encourage everyone to take 60 seconds this #CybersecurityAwarenessMonth to rethink how you handle passwords. It could save you from more than just a login headache. 🔴 Explore real-world threat insights at the WatchGuard Threat Lab: https://wgrd.tech/4obdcR9 #Cybersecurity #Passwords #IdentitySecurity #InfoSec

We wear pink with purpose. 💗 Our team at Network Computer Pros proudly supports Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Early detection saves lives, so let’s keep spreading awareness and supporting the cause.

Scammers are targeting seniors—and it’s getting worse.

People over 60 are now the main victims of a nasty new scam that tricks them into handing over their life savings. It’s a 3-step con:
1. Fake call from “law enforcement” or “tech support”
2. Claim their bank account’s at risk
3. Pressure them to move money to a “safe” account that’s actually controlled by the scammer

By the time anyone realizes what happened, the money’s gone.

This is personal. If you have aging parents, grandparents, or clients—talk to them. Walk them through these tactics. The scammers are getting smarter, more convincing, and more aggressive.

Here’s the article:
https://thehill.com/policy/technology/5471437-fbi-cybersecurity-experts-warns-of-3-phase-scam-that-is-draining-bank-accounts/amp/

FBI, cybersecurity experts warn of 3-phase scam that is draining bank accounts “Victims often suffer the loss of entire banking, savings, retirement, or investment accounts under the guise of ‘protecting’ their assets,” the FBI said in a news release.