How often do you publish?

Several times a week. Articles cover cybersecurity, Microsoft 365, artificial intelligence, Windows and the technology news that reaches small businesses in Quebec. They are written by the OKTO Solutions technical team, based on situations seen at client sites.

Who writes these articles?

The OKTO Solutions team, led by Antonio Pazzi, president of the company. They are technicians and systems administrators who run business networks every day, not outside copywriters.

Does the advice apply to a small company?

Yes. The blog is written for businesses of five to two hundred workstations, the ones without a full IT department. Every procedure described can be carried out with Microsoft 365 and everyday software, on a small company budget.

Can I ask a question about an article?

Yes. Write to info@oktosolutions.ca or call 450 231-3836. A question about an article is often worth a twenty minute call, and the answer costs nothing even if you are not a client.

Do you only cover the Mauricie?

No. Our office is in Trois-Rivières, but the articles are written for businesses anywhere in Quebec: Montreal, Laval, the South Shore, Brossard, Boucherville, the Quebec City area and the Mauricie.

Are these articles translated from French?

Yes. Every English article has a French original on oktosolutions.ca, and the language button at the top of the page takes you from one to the other.

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Practical IT guides for small businesses in Quebec

Articles written by technicians who run real business networks. Cybersecurity, Microsoft 365, artificial intelligence, Windows and the news that reaches your company.

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The OKTO Solutions blog publishes practical guides for Quebec businesses of five to two hundred workstations. Topics cover cybersecurity, Microsoft 365, artificial intelligence, Windows 11 and the technology news that reaches a small company. Every article is written by our technical team from situations seen at client sites.

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IT tips

Microsoft 365 or Google Workspace for Your Quebec SMB

Microsoft 365 or Google Workspace for your Quebec SMB? Compare the real decision factors, hidden costs, and Law 25 compliance before you choose.

October 1, 2026 Read the article

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Choosing an IT Services Provider in Quebec: Questions to Ask Before You Sign

Shopping for an IT services provider in Quebec? Learn the right questions to ask, red flags to watch for, and what every contract should include.

September 29, 2026 Read the article

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Buy or Lease Your IT Equipment for Your Small Business in Quebec

Should your small business buy or lease IT equipment? We compare real costs, key factors, and the right choice based on your cash flow and growth stage.

September 24, 2026 Read the article

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Cybersecurity for SMBs in Centre-du-Québec: real risks, smart choices

Cybersecurity for SMBs across Centre-du-Québec: the threats facing Drummondville, Victoriaville and Bécancour, Law 25 duties, and how to choose a partner.

September 22, 2026 Read the article

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Cybersecurity for SMBs in Mauricie: Where to Start and How to Choose

Shopping for cybersecurity for your SMB in Mauricie? Learn where to start, what cyber insurers require, and how to choose the right provider.

September 22, 2026 Read the article

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Local or Cloud Backup for a Quebec SMB

Local or cloud backup for your Quebec SMB? Learn what each option truly protects, how the 3-2-1 rule applies, and how to choose the right combination.

September 17, 2026 Read the article

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Co-managed IT or Full IT Outsourcing for a Quebec SMB

Co-managed IT or full outsourcing for your Quebec SMB? Compare both models, what’s included, who each fits, and the key question to ask before you sign.

September 15, 2026 Read the article

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Switching IT Providers: The Signs and the Plan for a Quebec SMB

Is your IT provider falling short? Learn the warning signs, what data you own, and how to execute a 90-day transition plan for your Quebec SMB.

September 10, 2026 Read the article

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Managed Services or Break-Fix IT Support for SMBs in Centre-du-Quebec

Managed services or hourly break-fix IT support for your SMB in Centre-du-Quebec: a real comparison, what drives the cost, and how to choose.

September 8, 2026 Read the article

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Microsoft 365 for SMBs in Mauricie: Migrate and Choose the Right Partner

What a Microsoft 365 support plan in Mauricie covers, how migration actually works, and how to pick the right IT partner for your Quebec SMB.

September 8, 2026 Read the article

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Microsoft 365 Business Standard or Premium for Your Quebec SMB

Comparing Microsoft 365 Business Standard vs Premium for Quebec SMBs: the real security differences, cost factors, and how to choose the right plan.

September 8, 2026 Read the article

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How to Read a Managed IT Services Quote in Quebec: A Quick Guide for SMBs

Learn how to read a managed IT services quote for your SMB in Quebec: check scope, response times, security, and exit clauses before signing.

September 8, 2026 Read the article

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The Accidental IT Person: The Real Cost for Your Small Business

Your accidental IT person is costing your small business more than you realize. Find out the hidden risks and when managed IT services make sense.

September 3, 2026 Read the article

Artificial intelligence

AI and Law 25: What Small Businesses Must Decide First

Before turning AI on in your Quebec business, six Law 25 decisions cover data transfers, automated choices, shadow AI, and access permissions.