Should I outsource IT to a Managed Service Provider?
Internal IT vs. Outsourcing IT: The Value of Outsourcing to a Managed Service Provider The question of whether to outsource or rely on an internal IT team is common. Services that were once considered “nice to have” are now necessities – including machine learning, artificial intelligence, and cloud computing. While they add a lot of…
Read MoreWhat Is Two-Factor Authentication?
Protect Yourself – Use Two-Factor Authentication for Your Business Two-factor authentication is something every business should be using to protect themselves and their customers. You know the value of adding layers of security to your business – if you have a brick and mortar operation, you probably have a lot more than a simple lock…
Read MoreProtect Your Team From Coronavirus Phishing
How to Protect Your Business From the Surge in Phishing Websites As the entire world is worrying about the coronavirus, cybercriminals are taking advantage of the global crisis to line their pockets. Google reports that there has been a 350% increase in phishing websites in the last two months alone. This threat is genuine, and…
Read MoreHackers Target Zoom Meetings For Cyber Attacks
Zoom Scrambles to Address Cybersecurity Issues in Meeting Platform The Zoom platform has increasingly has been the target of hackers exploiting the vast numbers of users working from home. As Zoom usage skyrockets around the world, so too do the opportunities to exploit users unfamiliar with the tool. According to MarketWatch, the company’s daily active user…
Read MoreRemote Workforces Deliver Business And Employee Benefits
When considering the employee and employer benefits of working remotely, businesses are wise to change. The alternative could make your outfit less competitive. To put into perspective how radically our culture has changed, try this exercise: pick up a pencil and a piece of paper and write out a half-day’s worth of emails rather…
Read MoreBusiness Continuity For Uncertain Times
It’s always a good idea to have a business continuity plan in place, especially in the midst of an epidemic like COVID-19. If it becomes necessary for your employees to work from home – either due to a government order or your own determination that it’s what’s best for the safety of your employees –…
Read More7 PC Myths Costing Your Business Money
Evaluating your business technology budget? These 7 PC myths could be costing you a lot of money. From slow computers to hacker vulnerability, see how to fix it. Think you’re saving money by keeping those old PCs running in the office? Think again. An Intel study found that using a business PC that’s older…
Read MoreModern Phishing Email and Article Headlines That Fool Even Tech Professionals
Learn more about the kind of email phishing headlines that end up fooling the smartest tech professionals, and how you can better protect your business. Any tech professional worth their salt understands the damage wrought by unsuspecting users clicking on links inside “phishing” emails. It’s not surprising when tech-challenged individuals end up getting sucked…
Read MoreFive Golden Rules For Data Privacy
Your data and privacy deserve respect. Here are five golden rules for keeping yourself, your business, and your employees secure. Limit Who Has Access Keep information on a need-to-know basis. The more people that have access to a particular folder or file, the greater the risk of a data breach or exposure. Your employees should…
Read MoreAre Public Charging Stations A Security Threat?
Here’s a new cyber threat to worry about: Juice Jacking. Read on to learn what about juice jacking and how to prevent yourself or employees from becoming a victim. What Is Juice Jacking? One common feature of modern smartphones is that the power supply and data stream pass through the same cable. When you plug…
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