Support for Windows 10 Has Ended – Now What?
As of October 14, 2025, Microsoft has officially ended support for Windows 10. For many small and mid-sized businesses (SMBs), this marks a critical turning point. If your organization is still running Windows 10, it’s time to take action—and fast. What Does End of Support Mean? When Microsoft ends support for an operating system, it […]
AI-Powered Cyberthreats: The New Frontier of Cybersecurity
As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to reshape industries, it’s also transforming the cyberthreat landscape—making attacks faster, smarter, and harder to detect. Cybersecurity professionals are now facing adversaries that use the same advanced technologies designed to protect systems, turning them into tools of exploitation. Understanding AI-Powered Cyberthreats AI is no longer just a buzzword—it’s a weapon. […]
Cybersecurity Best Practices: Safeguarding Your Business in the Digital Age
In today’s hyper-connected world, cybersecurity is no longer optional—it’s essential. Whether you’re a small business or a large enterprise, protecting your digital assets is critical to maintaining operational continuity, safeguarding sensitive data, and preserving your reputation. Here’s a breakdown of key cybersecurity best practices every organization should implement. Why Cybersecurity Matters Cybersecurity is the […]
Preparing for Windows 10 End of Life
Exploring Your Options and How BDK Can Help Windows 10, one of Microsoft’s most widely used operating systems, is approaching its end of life (EOL) October 14, 2025. The EOL marks the point at which Microsoft will cease providing updates, support, and security patches, leaving systems running Windows 10 vulnerable to threats and inefficiencies. This […]
How an MSP Empowers Your In-House IT Team: Collaboration, Not Replacement
When companies consider outsourcing IT functions to a Managed Services Provider (MSP), a common concern arises: what will happen to our in-house IT team? Will they be replaced, reassigned, or enhanced? The answer depends on how your business approaches the integration of an MSP. Rather than eliminating your internal IT staff, partnering with an MSP […]
National Clean Out Your Computer Day: Why and How to Declutter Your Digital Space
Every year, on the second Monday of February, we observe National Clean Out Your Computer Day—a day dedicated to decluttering, organizing, and optimizing our digital workspaces. Just like your physical desk needs a good cleaning now and then, your computer also benefits from regular maintenance. As someone who has worked in the IBM i […]
BDK Wrapped: Top Blogs of 2022
At BDK, Inc, our motto, “IT Made Simple,” is more than just a slogan; it’s a promise to make IT approachable and usable for our customers. That includes sharing our expertise on IT services and solutions that are top of mind for them. Before we head into 2023, we thought we’d take a look back […]
IT Advice for Small Business Owners
As a small business owner, rather it be providing a product or service, the dedication and the pride you have for what you do, your customers, and your relationships is often unmatched. However, from one small business to another, there is also the need to wear many hats—a critical of which is technology. From internal […]
The Benefits of Using Managed IT Services for Your Business
Some organizations choose to outsource all or part of their information technology. They engage a managed service provider (MSP) to handle the day-to-day IT operations of the business, or sometimes just a single problem they may be having. This is a practice known as managed IT services. A top-notch MSP is always looking for ways […]
A Day in the Life: MSP Techician
Meet BDK MSP Technician Robert Connors At BDK, Inc., one of our biggest assets is our people. Our teams are comprised of innovators, problem solvers, trailblazers, and leaders with more than a century of combined experience in the IT field. Our motto, “IT Made Simple” directly correlates to our down-to-earth and service-oriented employees who make […]