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Ransomware Ransacking: Australian Businesses Facing Unprecedented Financial Burdens
Hayden Burt
6 November 2024
Australian enterprises are buckling under the weight of ransomware demands, with the Sophos State of Ransomware 2024 report painting a...
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The importance of partnering with an Aussie MSP with a cybersecurity focus
Hayden Burt
7 October 2024
In today’s world of ever-evolving cyber threats, partnering with a Managed Service Provider (MSP) that prioritises cybersecurity is no longer...
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10 Easy Steps to Building a Culture of Cyber Awareness
Hayden Burt
3 September 2024
Cyberattacks are a constant threat in today's digital world. Phishing emails, malware downloads, and data breaches. These issues can financially...
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Hot off the Digital Presses… Learn About Microsoft Copilot for Finance
Hayden Burt
14 August 2024
Microsoft Copilot has been heading up the business AI charge. It’s used in Word, Excel, Edge, Windows, and more. This...
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4 Ways Small Businesses Can Leverage Copilot for Microsoft 365
Hayden Burt
12 August 2024
What are some of the key differentiators that can propel small businesses forward? They include efficiency, productivity, and innovation. Microsoft...
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Don’t Risk It! Why You Shouldn’t Skip Vulnerability Assessments
Hayden Burt
5 August 2024
Cyber threats are a perpetual reality for business owners. Hackers are constantly innovating. They devise new ways to exploit vulnerabilities...
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Stuck in the Dark: Organisations Struggle with Ransomware Reality
Hayden Burt
2 August 2024
Despite increasing awareness, organisations remain highly vulnerable to ransomware attacks, as highlighted in the latest Veeam 2024 Ransomware Trends Report....
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Deepfake Dangers: Why Aussie Businesses Need to Stay Alert
Hayden Burt
17 July 2024
In the rapidly evolving world of technology, deepfake technology is emerging as a significant concern for Australian businesses. Deepfakes, which...
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7 Common Pitfalls When Adopting Zero Trust Security
Hayden Burt
14 July 2024
Zero Trust security is rapidly transforming the cybersecurity landscape. It moves away from traditional perimeter-based security models. In this approach,...
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Strengthening Your Cybersecurity: Essential Tips and Practices
Hayden Burt
14 July 2024
We live in an era dominated by digital connectivity, and you can't overstate the importance of cybersecurity. As technology advances,...
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Guide to Improving Your Company’s Data Management
Hayden Burt
8 July 2024
Data is the lifeblood of modern businesses. It fuels insights, drives decision-making, and ultimately shapes your company's success. But in...
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Cyber Maturity: Are Aussie Businesses Lagging Behind?
Hayden Burt
2 July 2024
In today's digital landscape, you’d expect businesses to be cyber-ready. Yet, a recent report by Commvault and GigaOm shows cyber...
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Australian SMEs Set to Embrace AI
Hayden Burt
21 June 2024
Australian SMEs Set to Embrace AIA recent survey by Small Business Loans Australia reveals a significant trend: Australian SMEs are...
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Navigating the AI Storm: Is Your Business Prepared for Cybersecurity Challenges?
Hayden Burt
31 May 2024
A recent study by Absolute Security highlights a staggering statistic: 92% of businesses are unprepared for AI security challenges. As...
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Smart Tactics to Reduce Cloud Waste at Your Business
Hayden Burt
28 May 2024
Cloud computing offers scalability, flexibility, and cost-efficiency. However, it can also lead to cloud waste—unnecessary spending on underutilised resources. With...
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Dropbox Breach: The Unseen Fallout from an eSignature Service Hack
Hayden Burt
19 May 2024
In a startling revelation, Dropbox, the widely-used cloud storage service, has confirmed a data breach that has left many users...
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Dell Data Breach: The Alarming Exposure of 49 Million Customers’ Information
Hayden Burt
19 May 2024
In a concerning development for tech giant Dell, the company has issued a warning about a major data breach potentially...
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5 Cybersecurity Predictions for 2024 You Should Plan For
Hayden Burt
9 May 2024
Cybersecurity is a constantly evolving field. There are new threats, technologies, and opportunities emerging every year. As we enter 2024,...
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Cyber-Attacks: The Leading Culprit Behind Business Outages and the Role of MSPs Like Evisent
Hayden Burt
7 May 2024
Today, we're diving into a topic that's causing a fair bit of stir in the business world: cyber-attacks and their...
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Navigating Beyond the Essential Eight: Evisent’s Advanced Cybersecurity Approach
Hayden Burt
23 April 2024
In the dynamic landscape of cybersecurity, Australia's Essential Eight framework has been a cornerstone for organisations aiming to fortify their...
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AT&T’s Data Breach Saga: A Wake-Up Call for Digital Security
Hayden Burt
16 April 2024
In a startling revelation that has sent shockwaves through the digital world, AT&T has confirmed a massive data breach impacting...
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Google Cracks Down on Spoofed Emails for Enhanced Phishing Protection
Hayden Burt
16 April 2024
In a significant move to bolster email security, Google has announced a crackdown on spoofed emails, setting the stage for...
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Beware: The New Wave of Phishing Attacks on Microsoft 365 and Gmail Accounts
Hayden Burt
10 April 2024
In the ever-evolving landscape of cyber threats, a new player has emerged, targeting the very core of our digital security....
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Transforming Small Business Operations in Australia with Evisent Partnership
Hayden Burt
13 March 2024
Hello, Australian small business owners! As you navigate the complexities of managing your enterprise in today's dynamic environment, it's imperative...
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Navigating the Surge in Sophisticated Phishing Attacks Targeting Financial Services
Hayden Burt
6 March 2024
In the past few days, the financial services sector has witnessed a significant uptick in phishing and credential theft attempts,...
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Cyber-Attacks: The Leading Culprit Behind Business Outages and the Role of MSPs Like Evisent
Hayden Burt
29 February 2024
Today, we're diving into a topic that's causing a fair bit of stir in the business world: cyber-attacks and their...
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Microsoft Intune Suite Revolutionises Endpoint Management: Security, Simplification, and Savings Unleashed
Hayden Burt
28 February 2024
Microsoft has just announced a pivotal advancement in endpoint management with the launch of three innovative solutions within the Microsoft...
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Australia Watches Closely as US Proposes ‘Know Your Customer’ Requirements for Cloud Providers
Hayden Burt
19 February 2024
In a significant move towards enhancing cybersecurity measures, the United States is set to propose 'Know Your Customer' (KYC) requirements...
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Strengthening Law Enforcement’s Digital Capabilities: AUDa’s Push for Enhanced Training
Hayden Burt
14 February 2024
In a move to bolster the capabilities of law enforcement in the digital era, the Australian Domain Administration (auDA) is...
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Guard Against DarkGate Malware: Evisent’s Solution to Microsoft Teams Phishing Threats
Hayden Burt
12 February 2024
In the ever-evolving landscape of cybersecurity threats, the recent revelation of Microsoft Teams phishing attacks pushing DarkGate malware serves as...
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AnyDesk Under Siege: Hackers Breach Servers in a Shocking Cyberattack!
Hayden Burt
7 February 2024
In a startling revelation that has sent shockwaves through the tech community, AnyDesk, a widely-used remote access solution, has confirmed...
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The Pitfalls of Direct M365 Purchases: Why Companies Should Think Twice
Hayden Burt
6 February 2024
In the ever-evolving world of business tech, Microsoft 365 (M365) has become a go-to for many Aussie organisations, offering a...
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Brute Force and Stealth Tactics in Cyber Espionage – Strengthening Defences with Evisent
Hayden Burt
5 February 2024
In the ever-evolving landscape of cybersecurity, staying vigilant is key to safeguarding against emerging threats. A recent report from Trend...
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Unveiling the Digital Pandora’s Box: 26 Billion Record Leak Exposes Dropbox, LinkedIn, and Twitter Users
Hayden Burt
22 January 2024
Beyond the Breach: The Crucial Role of Cybersecurity Partners in Safeguarding Business Integrity In the wake of the staggering 26...
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Unlocking Efficiency: Microsoft Copilot Now Accessible for Small Businesses in Australia
Hayden Burt
16 January 2024
In a groundbreaking move, Microsoft has recently announced the expansion of its Copilot feature to companies with under 300 seats,...
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Fortifying Cyber Defenses: Microsoft’s Crucial Update and Its Business Benefits
Hayden Burt
16 January 2024
In the ever-evolving landscape of cybersecurity, staying ahead of potential threats is paramount for businesses. A recent development from Microsoft...
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Strengthening Cybersecurity Defenses Down Under: Urgent Call for MFA Implementation
Hayden Burt
16 January 2024
In the wake of the recent cyber attack on X, previously known as Twitter, the spotlight is once again on...
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The Power of Office 365: A Quick Overview of Essential Tools
Hayden Burt
16 January 2024
In today's digital age, productivity is crucial for business success. With numerous tools available, it can be overwhelming to choose...
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Queensland Passes Mandatory Data Breach Notification Scheme
Hayden Burt
5 December 2023
In today's digital age, the protection of personal information has become a major concern. With the increasing number of data...
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Protect Your Business with Managed Service Providers (MSPs)
Hayden Burt
29 November 2023
In today's digital age, the threat of cyber attacks is a constant concern for businesses of all sizes. According to...
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Personal Data of Almost 200 Patients Exposed in Hack of Melbourne Hospital Staff Members’ Email
Hayden Burt
23 November 2023
In today's digital age, data breaches have become an alarming reality. The recent incident at a Melbourne hospital, where the...
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Government to Scrap Privacy Act Exemption for Small Businesses
Hayden Burt
16 November 2023
Businesses generating up to $3 million annually will be subjected to new data privacy standards, following the government's recent declaration...
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The LastPass Data Breach: A Cautionary Tale of Inaction and Crypto Losses
Hayden Burt
20 September 2023
In the ever-evolving digital world, security is of utmost importance. This is especially true when it comes to safeguarding passwords,...
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The MGM Grand Cyberattack: A Case Study in Human Error and Corporate Risk
Hayden Burt
14 September 2023
The ransomware group ALPHV, also known as BlackCat, has reportedly compromised MGM Grand casinos, affecting its operations across multiple states...
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Responding to Data Breaches: A Compliance Checklist for Australian Businesses
Hayden Burt
6 September 2023
Data breaches are an unfortunate reality in today's interconnected world. For businesses operating in Australia, navigating the aftermath of a...
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$4k in savings on our clients’ M365 Licensing, can we do the same for you? Limited opportunity, price increases effective 1st September 2023
Hayden Burt
26 July 2023
Microsoft will be increasing their licensing subscription costs effective from 1st September 2023, posing a significant financial impact on businesses...
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Why MFA is No Longer Effective Against Business Email Compromise Due to AiTM Attacks
Hayden Burt
11 July 2023
In the digital age, security has become a paramount concern for businesses worldwide. One of the most common methods of...
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Cybersecurity Breach Hits Australian Financial Firm Perpetual Digital
Hayden Burt
4 July 2023
Perpetual Hit by Third-Party Security Breach In a recent turn of events, Perpetual, a renowned financial services provider in Australia,...
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Assessing Cyber Risks: Safeguarding the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS)
Hayden Burt
7 June 2023
In today's interconnected world, where technology plays a pivotal role in various sectors, cybersecurity has become a critical concern. This...
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Top Ten Questions to Ask Your IT Provider About Cyber Security Measures Protecting Your Business
Hayden Burt
25 May 2023
In today's digital age, cyber security is a critical concern for businesses of all sizes. As threats continue to evolve,...
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Microsoft Updates November 2022
Hayden Burt
2 November 2022
Our team at Evisent are continually monitoring developments in the ever-evolving world of Information Technology. Microsoft releases more than 100...
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Australian Cyber Attacks: Your security, your responsibility.
Hayden Burt
25 October 2022
There have been frequent reports in the media recently in relation to personal information held by businesses being compromised by...
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Optus Data Breach – Recommended actions
Hayden Burt
5 October 2022
As you are likely aware, on the 22nd September Optus disclosed what may have been the single largest data breach...
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Microsoft Office “Follina” Zero-Day Attack
Hayden Burt
31 May 2022
Experts have uncovered a new cyber attack, codenamed "Follina", that bypasses traditional protections, including most popular anti virus softwares.. Key...
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Seven Ways to Maximise Cloud Solutions for Your Small Business
Hayden Burt
16 May 2022
Cloud computing has been front and centre of the global shift to remote working. Find out how you can maximise...
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The Importance of Virtualised Infrastructure Security
Hayden Burt
24 March 2022
A torn-down virtual infrastructure creates risks for any business. And it can have a significant impact on how quickly you...
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Enhancing Productivity With Google Chrome: The 12 Best Extensions To Improve Your Workflow
Hayden Burt
3 February 2022
Working from your computer or smartphone is convenient, but it can also be distracting. To maintain productivity, you should install...
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How Xero Improved Productivity with a Digital Communication Tool (Plus Five Other Technologies You Can Use to Boost Employee Productivity)
Hayden Burt
8 November 2021
Higher office productivity leads to faster project completion and happier customers. With these technological solutions, you empower your people to...
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Tech Tips: Microsoft Teams
Hayden Burt
18 October 2021
Microsoft’s been rolling out several updates for their most popular applications and, of course, Teams gets a lot of attention....
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What Are the Different Types of Multi-Factor Authentication?
Hayden Burt
24 August 2021
The fact most data breaches are the result of human error is not a contentious issue in the cybersecurity industry....
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What is Multi-Factor Authentication and Why Should You Use It?
Hayden Burt
5 August 2021
Since our previous post centred on proper password security practice, the next step is to go over multi-factor authentication (MFA/2FA)...
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Top 5 Password Security Practices Your Employees Don’t Do
Hayden Burt
23 July 2021
Password security has always been a leading cause of successful cyber breaches. Most employees do not take password security seriously...
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Tech Tips: Windows 10 ‘Hidden’ Features
Hayden Burt
14 July 2021
There are many features in Windows 10 that require a bit of digging to find out about. We’ve done the...
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5 Tips to Defend Against Ransomware
Hayden Burt
7 July 2021
Since the onset of remote work, major ransomware attacks are now constantly filling up our news feeds. A new ransom...
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Tech Tips: Collaborating with Microsoft OneDrive and SharePoint
Hayden Burt
29 June 2021
Microsoft SharePoint combined with OneDrive for Business is a powerful way to share and collaborate on your work documents. In...
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Evisent and the Microsoft CSP Program
Hayden Burt
17 June 2021
What is the Microsoft CSP Program? The Cloud Solution Provider (CSP) licensing programme was created to enable companies like Evisent to partner...
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10 Methods of Cyber Attack
Hayden Burt
10 June 2021
1.Phishing A phishing attack is typically delivered via email and from a believable trusted source (e.g., a bank, streaming service, or charity)....
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Gamification and Cybersecurity Training
Hayden Burt
20 May 2021
Gamified Behaviour Modification in Cybersecurity Training According to the Australian Cybercrime Online Reporting Network (ACORN), Victoria accounts for approximately 25% of Australia’s victims...
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Working From Home or the Office?
Hayden Burt
12 May 2021
Our take on productivity and security concerns Reaching as far back as the working class can remember, the traditional nine-to-five job...
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What Modern MSPs Need: Transparency, Enterprise Grade IT Support, and a Personalised Touch
Hayden Burt
14 April 2021
Most MSPs roots are deeply embedded in break and fix business models. Is your PC suddenly underperforming and slow? We’ll...
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Windows 10 to Launch on July 29th
360south
5 March 2021
Microsoft has officially announced the released of it's next generation Operating System, Windows 10. The new Windows software will come...
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Updates to Microsoft Cloud Services
360south
5 March 2021
Microsoft continues to develop and evolve its Cloud offerings, with many new features and options becoming available within Azure and...
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Successful migration of internal infrastructure into the Cloud
360south
5 March 2021
Evisent has successfully migrated our entire infrastructure, including active directory, into the Cloud. This has allowed us to reduce physical...
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Records of over 10m Australians leaked
360south
5 March 2021
The latest quarterly data breach report from the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) has revealed over 10 million...
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Microsoft Azure datacentre Announced
360south
5 March 2021
Microsoft has announced the long awaited availability of Australia based Azure cloud services. Data centres are online in both Melbourne...
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Microsoft announces visionary new products
360south
5 March 2021
Surface Pro 4 For those of you who've had the pleasure of using a Surface Pro 3, the latest model...
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Microsoft adopts ISO/IEC 27018 for Personal Data, Privacy Protection in the Public Cloud
360south
5 March 2021
Here at Evisent we are an advocate of the Microsoft Cloud, which has really progressed by leaps and bounds recently. ...
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Evisent partners with Australian Government Cyber Security Centre
360south
5 March 2021
Evisent is proud to announce our partnership with the Australian Signals Directorate, and the Australian Cyber Security Centre (ACSC) as part...
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Evisent has new corporate headquarters
360south
4 March 2021
Evisent are now based at 480 Collins St, Melbourne, in the heart of the CBD. This new central base of...
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Critical Windows Updates
360south
4 March 2021
Microsoft have released 8 "critical" updates in the June edition of it's "update Tuesday". Many of these patches should be...
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ANU hit by major data breach
360south
4 March 2021
The Australian National University is currently assessing the full extent of the data breach that was discovered in mid April,...
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