Be prepared: Sooner or later your business WILL be attacked. This is a cold hard fact: Ransomware is on the rise. Here’s a quick Q&A answering the most common questions about it. Q.) What is it? A.) It’s where hackers break into your network, encrypt your data so you can’t access it, and then […]
If your IT support company is ALWAYS fixing your technology… It’s time to switch Improve profits with your IT partner’s Proactive Problem Prevention 3 bullet summary: Just fixing technology when it breaks is so 2010 These days most businesses prefer an IT partner who proactively prevents problems from happening If you don’t have this, we really […]
The world economy loses more than 1 trillion to cyber-crime every year. $1 trillion! That’s a lot of money. And it’s a figure that’s increased by more than 50% since 2018. In 2019, two thirds of all organizations reported some type of incident relating to cyber-crime. You could make a sure bet this figure rose […]
Cyber security is a headache. I know this for a fact. Because every day my team and I have to learn something new, and /or rescue a business round here that’s got it wrong. (don’t feel sorry for us. Secretly, we love every minute of it) Our daily headache is also a headache for you. […]
Businesses have embraced mobile technology, as it allows for constant collaboration, which increases productivity. But as the number of mobile devices used in daily operations grows, so do the incidents of cybercrimes targeting smartphones and tablets. Protect your company mobile devices by following these steps. Ensure mobile OS is up-to-date The updates on Apple and […]
Newspaper headlines and Hollywood movies have shaped our understanding of computer hackers, but in the real world it’s not so simple. Some hackers are making massive contributions to the field of cybersecurity, it just depends on which hat they’re wearing that day. Take a few minutes to learn about white, black, and gray hat hackers. […]
If most of your company’s computers are obsolete, they double or even triple your chances of experiencing a data breach. This emphasizes how dangerous it is to have outdated applications, operating systems, and even web browsers. Failing to update your firmware could expose your business to major security threats. What is firmware? Firmware is a […]
Do you spend hours obsessing about the inner workings of DNS-layer security, intrusion prevention systems, and data encryption? If you’re not a managed IT services provider (MSP), you probably don’t. Instead, you’re probably looking for a business partner to manage those nitty-gritty details for you. However, there’s one thing you really ought to know: What […]
Avoiding malware and online scams takes a lot of work. You have to treat every email with suspicion, manage a long list of convoluted passwords, and avoid public WiFi networks. Ideally, you follow several other cybersecurity best practices, but many users don’t believe they’re worth the time. If you’re one of those people, here are […]
Cybersecurity is an issue that hounds businesses of all types. Sometimes organizations invest in security software without realizing the risks that come with it. Here’s why identifying threats before buying cybersecurity products is paramount. Uncover threats and vulnerabilities Every business should evaluate the current state of its cybersecurity by running a risk assessment. Doing so […]
