Blackbelt IT Solutions

05/10/2026

Behind every strong team, thriving business, and supported family is someone giving their all every day, and today, we celebrate them. 💐

To the moms, mother figures, and caregivers who somehow do it all with patience, strength, and heart: thank you. Your impact reaches far beyond what words can express.

From all of us at Blackbelt IT Solutions, Happy Mother’s Day to the women who keep everything running at home, at work, and everywhere in between.

04/28/2026

Today is the National Day of Mourning.
A day to reflect.
A day to renew commitment.
A day to remember.

01/09/2026

Tech Fact Friday- Creeper and Reaper

In 1971, A programmer at BBN Technologies named Bob Thomas developed the "Creeper" a computer virus to test the security of ARPANET, an early precursor to the internet. The self-replicating version of Creeper is known as the first computer worm. Creeper was a test created to demonstrate the possibility of a self-replicating computer program that could spread to other computers.

The programs was not created as malicious software, it caused no damage to the computer, the only effect being a message it flashed on the screen: "I'M THE CREEPER: CATCH ME IF YOU CAN"

In 1972 Ray Tomlinson created Reaper, the firs anti-virus software, designed to delete Creeper by moving across ARPANET.

01/02/2026

Tech Fact Friday- ARPANET

ARPANET, invented in 1969, was the world’s first operational packet-switching network and the foundation of today’s internet. The name stands for Advanced Research Projects Agency Network, reflecting its origins within the U.S. Department of Defense’s ARPA (now DARPA). It was developed by researchers including Leonard Kleinrock, Vinton Cerf, Robert Kahn, and others working with ARPA to create a resilient communication system. ARPANET was designed to connect university and government computers, allowing researchers to share data and computing power efficiently, even if parts of the network were disrupted an innovation that ultimately transformed how information is shared worldwide.

01/01/2026

Wishing all our Family, Friends and Clients a wonderful 2026!

12/31/2025

Level up your Digital Life: A 2026 Tech New Year's Resolutions

This year don't just "use technology," use it smarter.
Start with the basics that protect your future self:
- Update your passwords (or better yet, get a password manager)
- Turn on multi-factor authentication
- Automate backups
- Clean out apps/subscriptions that drain your time or money.
Think of it as a digital reset; less clutter, more security, and fewer distractions.
Your devices should work for you, not the other way around.

Use Technology to build a better life, not a busier one.

In 2026, make a goal to actually learn the tools that are shaping the world
- A.I.
- Automation
- Smart Devices
Learn to use them with intention. Use AI assistants to save time, not replace thinking.
Set boundaries around notifications, social scrolling, and screen time, so your focus becomes your superpower again.
The best tech resolution isn't "more tech"... it's better tech habits + more control + more peace.

How will you use tech to better your 2026?

12/25/2025

12/22/2025

Today is the last day for our customers and even our loyal followers to provide feedback. We appreciate each and everyone of you!

We would be truly grateful if you could take two minutes to complete a short questionnaire, helping the panel of judges understand the quality of service we strive to deliver every day.

https://canadianchoiceaward.ca/nominator-feedback/?bname=Blackbelt%20IT%20Solutions&province=Ontario

12/16/2025

We’re excited to share that Blackbelt IT Solutions has been selected as a finalist for the 2026 Canadian Choice Award in the IT Service Companies category for Welland.

To our incredible customers, this recognition wouldn’t be possible without your trust and support. Thank you for being part of our journey.

We would be truly grateful if you could take two minutes to complete a short questionnaire, helping the panel of judges understand the quality of service we strive to deliver every day.

https://canadianchoiceaward.ca/nominator-feedback/?bname=Blackbelt%20IT%20Solutions&province=Ontario
Nominator feedback is due by December 22, 2025

12/05/2025

The Rise of Video Games

1952
The first true graphical video game was a digital version of tic-tac-toe.
OXO was created by Alexander S. Douglas from the University of Cambridge. OXO ran on the EDSAC computer and displayed gameplay on a CRT screen.

1958
Tennis for Two was the first interactive game designed purely for entertainment. Created by physicist William Higinbotham at Brookhaven National Laboratory. This video game simulated a tennis match using an oscilloscope.

1962
Spacewar! Considered the first game to inspire the video game industry. Created by Steve Russell and team at MIT. This game featured two spaceships battling in a gravity well, and ran on the DEC PDP-1 and was shared across universities.