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🎃 Happy Halloween! Our team went all out for one of the most anticipated days of the year — our annual department-themed costume contest! From Connectivity Wizards and Data Avengers to IT pain points and an 80s throwback honoring our company’s roots, every team brought incredible creativity, spirit, and teamwork to celebrate this fan-favorite holiday. A huge thank-you to everyone who joined in, both in-office and remotely, and to our StarTechers Connect team for organizing another spooktacular event! #OneTeam

Physical threats to device security are very real. A stolen laptop, an unlocked server cabinet, or even a curious passerby glancing at a confidential screen can lead to serious data breaches. In our latest blog we look at critical physical security accessories that can protect your data and prevent unauthorized access at the hardware level. Read the blog: https://lnkd.in/gQ3WzGJT

October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month and even the smallest details matter. BGR highlighted our data-blocking USB cables in their feature on protecting your devices from hidden threats. When you charge your laptop or phone using a public USB port — whether at airports, cafes, or conference centers — you could be exposing your device to data theft or malware injection. Our data-blocking cables stop that risk cold by allowing power flow without transferring data. It’s one of the simplest ways to protect your organization’s devices and data on the go. Read BGR’s full article to learn what connections to avoid and how to keep your data secure: https://lnkd.in/ex5iQkng

40 Years of StarTech.com: The Celebration Continues! The second stop took us to our Distribution Center in Groveport, Ohio, where we continued the 40th Anniversary celebrations. We kicked off the day with a global Town Hall livestreamed to our teams around the world, followed by some well-deserved food, fun, and friendly competition at Topgolf in Columbus. It was fantastic connecting in person with our amazing team members who keep our products moving—ensuring quality and availability for our customers and partners every day. Next up: Europe! We’re heading to Northampton, UK next week to continue the celebrations with our colleagues across the pond. #OneTeam

The new Apple M5 MacBook Pro is here but to truly unlock its potential, you need the right connectivity solutions. From next-gen docking stations that enable multi-monitor setups to compact mini docks and adapters, we’ve got compatible accessories that keep your team connected and productive Discover how to extend, connect, and maximize the capabilities of your new M5 MacBook Pro. Read the blog and get connected: https://lnkd.in/gx3kMF5H

Bad weather couldn't keep our team away from the United Way Elgin Middlesex Plane Pull event today! Two teams from our London, Ontario office worked together to pull an over 40,000 lb Air Canada Dash 8 and show their support for the United Way. Congratulations to our teams, and the United Way for their continued impact in supporting our community. We're looking forward to kicking off our annual United Way Campaign next month! #ConnectedToTheCommunity

Heading to The Business Show London next month? Make sure to stop by stand B1321 to check out the latest IT connectivity solutions designed to keep your business running smarter and faster. You’ll also learn how to make your next laptop refresh smooth, strategic, and stress-free — no downtime, no chaos. 👋 Dean Simpson and Adrien Wendling will be there and would love to connect. Want to chat ahead of the event? Reach out and set up a quick meeting on LinkedIn! 🎟️ Don’t have your pass yet? Grab your free ticket here → https://lnkd.in/g7SqEPWN

Cybersecurity isn’t just about firewalls and antivirus software — it’s about protecting every layer of your organization. From data sanitization tools like hard drive erasers to physical safeguards such as locks, privacy screens and port blockers, the right hardware accessories can make the difference between a good security strategy and a great one. Looking to strengthen your device security? Send us a message — our team is ready to help you build a more secure IT environment.

Heading to The Business Show London next month? Come by Stand B1321 to experience our award-winning 240W 4-port USB-C GaN Charger in action. Built for IT professionals, it’s designed to deliver enterprise-grade reliability, power efficiency, and security — ideal for meeting rooms, studios, kiosks, and other high-demand environments. Tech expert Dave Cryer from Geekanoids recently put it through its paces, watch his video review here: https://bit.ly/472OTPP