Year-End IT Checklist: How to Close Out 2026 and Start 2027 Secure
Key takeaways Windows Server 2016 stops receiving security updates on January 12, 2027. If you still run it, plan the replacement now. Offices close and fewer people are watching. The FBI and CISA have warned that ransomware attacks increase on holidays and weekends. Before December 31, test a backup restore, review who has access, confirm […]
The Hidden Costs of ‘Cheap’ IT Support
Cheap IT support offers low hourly rates but hides emergency fees. They respond slowly and have weak cybersecurity. This costs more in the long run. While budget providers bill by the hour and measure response in hours, you’re dealing with frequent downtime, scope creep, and reactive fixes instead of prevention. Professional IT firms charge one […]
Cyber Security Tip of the Day: Secure Your Public WiFi Access
Using a VPN to secure the connection to your sensitive data, emails, and company services can provide you the confidence by providing a safe link to the internet while giving you the freedom to use public WiFi hotspots. Using Public WiFi Using public WiFi is a convenient, easy, and fast way to connect to the […]
The ONE Thing Every Successful MSP Should Do
Updated October 2026 WheelHouse IT will be at the forefront of successful MSP innovation, demonstrating that adopting advanced technologies is beneficial and essential. By integrating generative AI and harnessing the power of 5G and edge computing, we will enhance our service offerings and elevate client experiences. Automation will streamline our operations, allowing our team to […]
Managed IT vs Co-Managed vs In-House for 50 Employees
The Managed IT vs Co-Managed vs In-House talk is often goes unconsidered before it’s too late. Your IT person just put in their two-week notice. Or maybe they haven’t yet, but they are the only one who knows the Wi-Fi password, the backup schedule, and where the firewall documentation lives. For a 50-person company, that […]