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Ways to safeguard your company’s data

Posted on Wednesday July 14, 2021  |  security, password, encryption, data breach, update, hacker, securing data, backup

Some of the most well-known companies in the world, including Sony Pictures, Home Depot, Adobe, and eBay, have been victims of cyberattacks. While major corporations like these are high-profile targets for hackers, small- and medium-sized businesses are not exempt from data breaches. And because it may be difficult or impossible to undo any damage caused by cybercriminals, it's imperative for any business — regardless of their size — to take steps to fortify their systems. The following security tips can help guard company data.

 

5 Ways systems can be breached

Posted on Wednesday March 31, 2021  |  security, common security issues, security tips, data breach, security breach, common security breaches

When it comes to business IT security, many small- and medium-sized businesses like yours often struggle to protect their systems from cyberattacks. One primary step is to be aware of online threats. Here are five common ways your systems can be breached.

 

Why managed IT services is best for cybersecurity

Posted on Tuesday November 17, 2020  |  managed services, malware, msp, it security, data breach, phishing, smb, cybersecurity

Today's companies need technology to function. Without it, businesses cannot compete and succeed. But with technology comes the ever-constant threat of hackers and cybercriminals. That's why small- and mid-sized businesses need to protect themselves with robust cybersecurity solutions managed by IT professionals.

 

How to secure protected health information

Posted on Wednesday October 21, 2020  |  healthcare it, privacy, data breach, phishing, cybersecurity, phi, protected health information, access policies, full disk encryption

Protected health information (PHI) includes different types of data, including a patient's Social Security number, billing information, and health condition. Because of the wealth of confidential information it encompasses, PHI is highly valuable to hackers, who can use stolen PHI to carry out fraudulent activities. This puts healthcare organizations and other businesses that handle PHI at high risk of a data breach. If your organization operates in the healthcare industry, follow these best practices to keep PHI secure.

 

Cutting IT hardware costs with thin and zero clients

Posted on Wednesday June 24, 2020  |  management, hardware, data breach, desktop, virtual desktop, cooling, energy consumption, hardware cost, thin client, zero client

If you want to cut costs on IT hardware, don't settle for cheap but old or low-quality machines. They'll likely offer subpar performance, which will hurt your team's productivity. What's worse, they'll likely break down often, too, which means the money you initially saved will go to repairs and upgrades. Instead of buying low-end machines, you should consider buying thin or zero clients.

 

Mitigating cybersecurity insider threats

Posted on Wednesday January 01, 2020  |  data breach, cybersecurity, data privacy, cybersecurity training, data access rights, insider threats, personally identifiable information

Did you know that in some industries the biggest cybersecurity threats come from inside a breached organization? Sometimes it's motivated by financial gain and sometimes it's plain-old ignorance. So how can you protect your organization from insider threats?

 

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