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Why OpenAI Made ChatGPT-5 More Personable
To be honest, I really didn’t notice any difference when ChatGPT-5 was propagated. But a lot of users did notice. ...
ChatGPT-5: From Wow to “Hmm” in 60 Seconds
Critics argue GPT-5’s professional polish hides deeper shortcomings. While OpenAI promotes safety and accuracy gains,...
Email Spoofing: When the Message in Your Inbox Comes from You
This topic reminds me of that 1979 horror movie with the famous line, “The call is coming from inside the house!” ...
Understanding (and Overcoming) AI Adoption Fears
As a member of an “older” generation, I know too well the trepidation of being introduced to new technology. (For the...
AI and Your Brain: The Hidden Cost of AI Writing Tools
As CEO of CGNET, I’m constantly scanning the horizon for technologies that can improve both our work and our quality...
Identity Theft: The Major Cyber Threat to Mid-Sized Organizations
When we think about cybersecurity, we often picture firewalls, antivirus software, and ransomware protection—and yes,...
The Impact of DOGE Cuts to CISA and Organizational Cybersecurity
In recent months, the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has faced significant workforce...
Cybersecurity Meets the Art of War: Why Sun Tzu Still Wins in the Digital Age
Ever since I wrote Zen and the Art of Cybersecurity, I’ve kept an eye out for other Eastern philosophies that could...
AI and Logic 101: Apple Exposes the “Genius” Myth
I have to admit—I found the results of a recent study on AI and logic pretty gratifying. It was presented by...
Digital Agriculture: Déjà Vu or the Real Deal?
When I first stepped into the world of international agriculture in the 1980s, there was a real sense of...
AI Scams Are Getting Smarter – Is Your Nonprofit Ready?
At CGNET, we’ve seen a spike in calls lately - nonprofits reporting scams that actually worked. In several cases, the...
Zen and the Art of Cybersecurity Maintenance
When Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance came out in 1974, it felt like every grad student at Stanford had a...
Microsoft Copilot Enhanced Image Generation
Microsoft will begin rolling out enhanced image generation capabilities within Copilot this month. Microsoft has...
Enhance Workplace Efficiency With These AI-Powered Tools
You’ve heard it from us before: AI-powered tools can significantly boost productivity and streamline daily tasks....
Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA): Ignore at Your Own Risk
I know I’m preaching to the choir here -- everyone understands that MFA is crucial. But here’s the thing: there’s...
The Nonprofit IT Leader’s Survival Guide 2025
Across the board, IT leaders are saying the same thing: it’s time to stop patching and start upgrading. With demand...
Test Your Cyber IQ – What’s Your Grade?
Cybersecurity is evolving fast, and understanding the key concepts is crucial for anyone working with technology. But...
AI for Good: How Machine Learning Fuels Social Change
As nonprofit organizations work tirelessly to tackle society’s most pressing challenges, a powerful ally is emerging...
Generative AI: You Get What You Pay For
Let’s be honest—generative AI has evolved from a fun experiment into an everyday essential for many of us. Personally,...
Microsoft Purview: Safeguarding Your Data in the Age of AI
If employees are the lifeblood of a company, its data is the nervous system that drives decision-making and...
Microsoft Teams vs. Google Workspace: Which One’s Right for You?
We love to talk tech—Microsoft this, Google that—but here’s the truth: our customers use both. Some are die-hard...
The Top 10 Microsoft Copilot Security Risks (And How to Fix Them)
AI tools are everywhere right now, promising to make your workday smoother, faster, and to be honest, a bit more...
Save Money by Replacing Multiple Services with Microsoft Teams
You might think I’m a bit biased, and you wouldn’t be entirely wrong. After all, as a Microsoft partner, we receive...
Microsoft Teams’ Security Tops its Collaboration Competitors
'In today's digital age, keeping your collaboration tools secure is super important. Microsoft Teams isn't just...
AGI Is Coming: What to Know About Human-Like AI
We’ve all seen how smart technology has become. It helps find the fastest route home, recommends our next favorite...
AI Ethics in Question: OpenAI Caught Cheating at Chess
The scenario I’m about to describe reminds me of youth sports, particularly baseball and basketball: Players are often...
Microsoft Rolls Out Clipchamp Copilot: Create Videos with AI
Creating engaging video content is now more important than ever. Clipchamp, a leading video creation platform, has...
Here’s Why You Should Migrate Your File Storage to Microsoft 365
In today’s fast-paced digital world, businesses are constantly seeking ways to improve efficiency, collaboration, and...
GenAI Prompts at Work: Risky Business
Generative AI (GenAI) tools are becoming increasingly popular in the workplace, but they come with significant risks....
Mobile Phone Security: CISA’s Recommendations
When you really think about it, today our mobile phones are much more than just communication devices. We use them as...