What is a Firewall, and Why Does It Matter? Hearing โfirewallโ in the context of computing can be confusing. How does a wall designed to mitigate the impact of a building fire apply to computers? Well, imagine the rescue team using heavy blasts of water to save the day. A hacker is as motivated to […]
7 Things You Need to Know About Ransomware Ransomware is a well-named type of cyberattack. Cybercriminals taking this approach kidnap your data. After accessing your network, they encrypt files and demand payment for the passcode. Here are the top seven things you need to know about this business threat. #1 It Can Happen to You […]
Why Your Business Needs Managed Services Security Locking your front door after a burglar has already ransacked your house doesnโt do much, and the same is true of cybersecurity. With the help of a managed service provider, you can stay ahead of security threats with well-tested, leading-edge technologies. Ransomware, Trojans, crypto mining, and more make […]
4 Common Compliance Issues You Might Be Missing Information security is on every businessโs radar these days. Data drives so much of what we do. Looking to contain the risks, many sectors have established IT compliance regulations. Whether meeting a standard or not, donโt overlook these common areas of concern. Governments and regulatory agencies have […]
Are You Doing Your IT Due Diligence? The words โdue diligenceโ may make you think of a courtroom drama on television. Surely, thatโs something only lawyers have to worry about? Not so fast. Due diligence is something your business can be doing, too. Are you covering the basics? Due diligence is about taking care and […]
The Dark Web and Its Impact on Your Business Business owners today know the internet is not only a force for good. Some people exploit the Web for ill intent. They congregate on the Dark Web, and small businesses need to understand the risks. What is the Dark Web? You and your employees spend time […]
