Imagine for a second what would happen if your business’ data was exposed and stolen. You’d have a really difficult time going forward as your client base dwindled and your opportunities for growth dried up. Some very successful companies have had this type of thing happen. Today, we will look at some of the largest […]
We go into great depth on how to protect your desktop and laptop computers from malware and other malicious threats. In fact, one of the first steps you take anytime you are setting up a new computer is to install antivirus and other security programs. You do this because an unprotected device presents substantial risk. […]
Antivirus developer Trend Micro is doing some damage control after an ex-employee stole customer data and sold it to online scammers. These scammers have been calling Trend Micro customers. If you use Trend Micro, it’s best to be wary of any calls you get.
The cloud is the new standard for businesses to handle their data storage and software distribution needs. We have a lot of experience in assisting our clients with the services they use via the cloud, and beyond that, most people are somehow connected to “the cloud” in some shape or form. This does, however, raise […]
When businesses look to add to their roster, they typically have a series of qualifications they need each applicant to meet before they grant interviews. They make their selection, do their entrance training and expect that the new hire will settle in and be as productive as possible as soon as possible.
It’s a well-established and widely-known fact that your employees are some of the biggest threats to your business via the technology they use every day. If your employees aren’t aware of the practices and policies they need to follow to prevent these threats, you could find yourself in an unpleasant position. Here, we’ll review four […]
Most of us like to take matters into our own hands, almost to a point where we might refer to ourselves as control freaks. So, when it comes to letting other people or even our own devices update themselves, we tend to click “remind me later” or “don’t ask me again.” Patches, however, are a […]
Users seem to have a bit of a blind spot when it comes to solutions put out by Google, particularly the risks associated with Gmail. It’s almost odd to say that a security threat leverages Gmail. Unfortunately, it isn’t unheard of, as a phishing scam has been leveraging Gmail and its cooperation with Google Calendar […]
To the average person, there are some definite blurred lines between IT security and IT compliance. In fact, these lines are so blurry to most people that they would consider them the same thing, even though they aren’t. How is it possible to create a fully compliant, completely secure computing environment? You start by understanding […]
If you’re concerned about your business’ ability to keep its network secure and data protected, you’re not alone. More businesses than ever are utilizing modern strategies to ensure their networks are safe, their hardware is stable and their data stays secure. With the continual shifts we are seeing in the threat landscape, it’s essential that […]