The Purple Journal
Passkeys: The End of Passwords (and the Traps Nobody Warned You About)
You have probably seen the notifications everywhere: "Switch to Passkeys," "No more passwords," "More secure than ever."
It sounds like a dream. No more forgetting "Summer2024!" or sticking Post-it notes on your monitor. But passkeys work fundamentally differently from passwords, and if you set them up without understanding the pitfalls, you could be trading one problem for a worse one.
Are You Paying Twice for the Same Thing?
Are You Paying Twice for the Same Thing?
Let's play a quick game: Close your eyes and picture every software subscription, cloud service, and IT tool your business currently uses. Got that mental map? Now, can you pinpoint exactly which ones are actively driving your business forward versus which ones are quietly draining your budget?
Checking if Slow Internet Is Your Device or Your Router
Slow internet is one of the most common frustrations for business owners working from home. The problem is not always the connection. Often, it is a single device running low on memory, software updates clogging the background, or a tired router that needs a reboot.
Tech Fixes Every Small Business Owner Should Know
Running a business often means troubleshooting tech at the worst possible moment. A frozen app, a sluggish browser, or slow internet can interrupt your workflow and drain your focus. The good news is that many common problems have quick, reliable fixes.
Why Solo and Small Business Owners Should Be Using a Password Manager
If your current password strategy is “add an exclamation mark and hope for the best”, this is for you.
Running a business on your own means you already have plenty to think about. Adding “remember 47 passwords” to the list is not a smart use of your brain.
Welcome to The Purple Journal
This is where we’ll share what’s happening in our world and what’s catching our attention in yours. Think of it as a practical corner of the website for news, articles, tips, and the occasional opinion on all things tech.