The Live Nagpur
  • Nagpur City
  • Nagpur Education
  • Nagpur Sports
  • Business
  • Featured
  • Crime
  • Entertainment & Lifestyle
  • Health & Wellness
  • Nation
  • Politics
  • Trending
  • Vidarbha
  • Obituary

The Live Nagpur

  • Home
  • City
  • Politics
  • Business
  • Education
  • Entertainment
  • Sports
  • Health
  • Crime
  • Forest
  • Featured
  • Vidarbha
Featured

Small and medium businesses can stay protected with genuine Windows 10 software

by TLN Team April 17, 2021April 17, 2021
written by TLN Team April 17, 2021April 17, 2021
Small and medium businesses can stay protected with genuine Windows 10 software

The current hybrid work environment is helping businesses reimagine and accelerate their digital transformation journeys. At the same time, challenges around cybersecurity in today’s interconnected world are real. Businesses need to think about how they will proactively protect their organizations from the influx of new or “bring your own” (BYO) connected devices. Indian businesses are exposed to 180% more ransomware, 79% more malware, 300% more cryptocurrency mining, and 11% more drive-by download attacks than the global average. 1

Among the common mistakes, unlicensed software can have serious ramifications for businesses. This might have viruses and inadequate security measures that leave devices exposed to cyber-threats. These risks include, but are not limited to, identity theft, stolen credit card or bank details, data loss, business disruption, and material or reputation damage.

Purchasing genuine software for small businesses can be tricky but you can stay real by following these simple steps below:

7 Ways to Stay Protected 

To avoid becoming a victim of counterfeiters, here are 7 things to keep in mind, while purchasing genuine software:  

  1. Buy from trusted vendors and software resellers: When purchasing software, make sure it is from a credible source. A trusted reseller or the official online store are your best options. 
  2. Use only licensed software: Ensure that the software is properly licensed, whether it is Official Windows or Office. 
  3. Be wary of prices that are too good to be true: Don’t fall into the trap of discounts and cheaper software packages. You may end up paying much more in recovering lost data or in legal damages., in case of counterfeit software.
  4. Check the product key source: For digital downloads, make sure the product key comes from a trusted vendors and software reseller and not from any unknown online forum or unverified email. 
  5. If you purchase through a physical store, make sure you double check the packaging: Make sure the packaging of the product includes an authentic logo, hologram and brand name. Beware of standalone product key cards without proper packaging; they don’t grant the right to use Microsoft software. 
  6. Make sure the product packaging hasn’t already been opened before: The package of authentic, new products is always sealed to ensure first-time use.
  7. Stay up to date: Regularly updating your software helps protect you from potential hackers and viruses. 

How to Identify Counterfeits

There’s been an increase in the amount of pirated and counterfeit software being manufactured and distributed in recent years. To check if the software you are buying is genuine, keep the three P’s in mind,

Packaging – look at the product packaging closely, a genuine product will not have blurry texts, spelling errors, or incorrect logos.

Product Authenticity – before you hit the download button, check the source of the website, avoid auction sites, and peer-to-peer file sharing sites.

Product label – a genuine Microsoft software will always have a Certificate of Authenticity label, embedded hologram and a 25-character unique product key. Be wise and validate all three Ps before buying any Microsoft Software. 

When in trouble: 

Customers who find they were duped by counterfeit Microsoft Office software can file a Counterfeit Software Report at Microsoft.com and share information about the software, including details about where it was purchased or offered. You might be requested for some optional personal information to help in taking appropriate action against businesses who sell counterfeit software.

0 comment
FacebookTwitterLinkedin
TLN Team

previous post
VIA LEW organise sessions on “Health Management during Covid-19” & “Health Insurance”
next post
VIA organize interactive session for “Entrepreneurs & Business Owners”

You may also like

BharatPe Group partners with Women Entrepreneurship Platform

March 31, 2023

This April, don’t miss MX Player’s exciting slate...

March 30, 2023

Parle Agro introduces ‘SMOODH Fruit Lassi’, filled with goodness...

March 30, 2023

Flipkart launches the Indian Garage Company Collection in Collaboration with Surya Kumar Yadav

March 30, 2023

IndianOil launches benefits &services for Maruti Suzuki Rewards members

March 29, 2023

Aakash BYJU’S Opens Its New Classroom Centre at Sadar

March 29, 2023

DHL Express renews partnership with Mumbai Indians for third consecutive year

March 27, 2023

Everest Instruments launches innovative FatscanMilk Analyser

March 27, 2023

The key elements of a high quality course

March 27, 2023

HDFC Bank launches Regalia Gold Credit Card 

March 24, 2023

Trending News

  • Donald Trump indicted, first US president to face charges

    March 31, 2023
  • What is blue Aadhaar card? check details below

    March 30, 2023
  • SBI credit card fees and charges in 2023, details below

    March 30, 2023
  • Good Friday’s Traditional Food Practises

    March 29, 2023
  • Five planets set to align in rare Celestial Event on March 28

    March 28, 2023

Important Links

  • Politics
  • Crime
  • Business
  • Education
  • Entertainment
  • Sports

Available on Playstore & Coming Soon on Appstore

Search

April 2021
M T W T F S S
« Mar   May »
 1234
567891011
12131415161718
19202122232425
2627282930  

Sign-Up Form

Subscribe my Newsletter for new blog posts, tips & new photos. Let's stay updated!

Footer Logo
  • Nagpur City
  • Nagpur Education
  • Nagpur Sports
  • Business
  • Featured
  • Crime
  • Entertainment & Lifestyle
  • Health & Wellness
  • Nation
  • Politics
  • Trending
  • Vidarbha
  • Obituary
  • Privacy Policy
  • Cookie Policy
  • Terms Of Use
  • Advertise with Us

© 2020 - The Live Nagpur . All Rights Reserved.