Weekly Monitor Digest: Last Week's Top Stories (7/3 - 7/7)

10 Ways You’re Failing at IT Audits

CIO | IT audits can feel like a grim nuisance. Here's how to avoid a few common mistakes that inevitably lead to an IT audit disaster.

Latest Ransomware Twist: A Demand for $250,000

CNET | A hacking group linked to the recent ransomware attack that locked up devices at multibillion-dollar companies has reportedly made its first public statement, demanding about $250,000 in exchange for a private encryption key used in the attack.

Beach Reads for Techies 2017

Computerworld | Looking for a great book to read this summer? Ten IT pros share their current reading lists and their all-time favorite books for technologists.

2 Useful Google Docs Features You Probably Aren't Using

Computerworld | Ready to turn your efficiency up a notch? These clever Docs features can save you time and frustration, no matter what type of device you're working on.

20 Tips Every First-Time Chromebook User Should Know

MakeUseOf | Chromebooks come with a learning curve, but don't worry. Here are several Chromebook tips and tricks to speed up that process.

SaaS Updates Summary: July 3-July 7

Last week’s SaaS updates included a new security feature from G Suite, as well as a new analytics solution from Office 365.

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