Security or Flexibility: Which Matters More?
Security or Flexibility: Which Matters More? Business is all about making tough choices. One such choice is whether to value IT security or business flexibility more. Unfortunately, you can’t have the best of both at once. While having absolute security or flexibility may sound good, neither is actually for the best. An entirely secure environment […]
What is a Firewall, and Why Does It Matter?
What is a Firewall, and Why Does It Matter? Hearing “firewall” 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
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
Why Your Business Needs Managed Services Security Locking your front door after a burglar has already ransacked your house doesn’t 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 […]
Is Your Tech Partner a Team Player?
Is Your Tech Partner a Team Player? Business is about relationships. One important relationship today is with a technology partner. This partner will consult on hardware, software, security, and other IT concerns. You can focus on other business priorities, but is your tech partner actually a good team player? There are a lot of businesses […]
4 Common Compliance Issues You Might Be Missing
4 Common Compliance Issues You Might Be Missing Information security is on every business’s 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, don’t overlook these common areas of concern. Governments and regulatory agencies have […]