October 2025 Public Newsletter
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October 2025 Public Newsletter
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Welcome to the October newsletter from Computer Techs Reno!
This month is especially important for all of us who use computers and other Internet-connected devices, as October is National Cybersecurity Awareness Month. While it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by news of data breaches and online scams, personal cybersecurity comes down to a few simple, powerful habits.
This month, we're combining general security best practices with a critical, time-sensitive warning about the operating system you use every day…because your first line of defense against online threats is a healthy, up-to-date computer.
In our latest posts, we highlight key lessons from Cybersecurity Awareness Month, stressing the importance of basics like enabling Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), using unique and strong passwords, and recognizing phishing scams. But the most important lesson of all is one that’s often overlooked: keeping your software updated.
This brings us to a major security concern for many Reno area residents: the looming end of support for Windows 10. While simple actions like using MFA protect you from bad passwords and links, a completely unsupported operating system leaves the foundation of your computer exposed. If you're still on Windows 10, your risk of a security breach increases significantly with every month that passes, which is why we want you to be fully informed and prepared.
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Cybersecurity isn’t just about companies preventing their networks from being breached. It’s something that everyone that uses technology needs to be mindful of. On a personal level, you can think of it as information and device security...
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Microsoft will end support for Windows 10 on October 14, 2025. After this date, there will be no more free updates*, security patches, or technical support available from Microsoft – unless you take action...
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Beware: The Latest Tech Scams You Need to Know About
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Cybercriminals are always looking for new ways to trick people, and we at Computer Techs are seeing an uptick in scams that target computer and internet users. These scams often look convincing on the surface, but with a little extra caution, you can spot the red flags before becoming a victim.
Fake invitations and fake invoices are the latest scams that we're seeing. Here's what you need to know: Read More
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