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Andre Schafer
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Biggest Ransomware Attacks of 2022
Why Do Small Businesses Need Cybersecurity: What Can Be Done?
6 MIN READ | SMALL BUSINESS CYBERSECURITY
Lately, the news seems to be flooded of reports of ransomware attacks. The Colonial Pipeline, JBS Foods, Kia Motors, and even the NBA (National Basketball Association) have all been victims of these attacks..
Data Backup Strategy [3 Best Practices]
DATA BACKUP | 5 MIN READ
Building a comprehensive data backup strategy is an integral piece in minimizing downtime should a network failure occur. While some businesses may think that simply having a copy of your data on hand is enough, a robust and.
Can a Printer Be Hacked?
PRINTER SECURITY | 4 MIN READ
With all the Internet-connected devices that now exist, it seems that almost any device can be targeted by a hacker. Can a printer be hacked? As a Managed Service Provider and printer dealer, our combined expertise in the.
cyber security best practices, cyber security
Read MoreFinance Industry Cyber Security [5 Tips + More]
CYBER SECURITY | 5.5 MIN READ
The finance, healthcare, and legal industries are frequently targeted for cyber attacks and are also subject to multiple data privacy regulations, which makes the task of effective and compliant cyber security difficult. As.
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Read MoreImportance of Data Privacy in Healthcare + 3 Data Security Tips
4 Cyber Security Challenges in Healthcare
CYBER SECURITY | 5 MIN READ
According to IDX, 89% of healthcare organizations experienced a data breach in the past two years, which points to a larger issue surrounding current IT processes within healthcare organizations. What are some of the biggest.
5 Remote Work Security Solutions
REMOTE WORK | 5 MIN READ
Cyber security is almost more important in a remote office, seeing as business operations and communication can quickly become fractured and less efficient when employees aren't all physically in the same location. As a Managed.
What Does a Managed Service Provider [MSP] Do?
CYBER SECURITY | 7 MIN READ
While there are multiple types of Managed Service Providers, in this article we will cover how specifically a Managed Service Provider for IT monitors for and removes cyber threats, ensures data security and data privacy.
What is VoIP? [Definition, Benefits, and More]
BUSINESS PHONES | 4.5 MIN READ
Workplace innovation just in the 21st century provide ample evidence that "the only constant is change." We've gone from file cabinets and fax machines to file serves and e-mail. Our desk space was once gobbled up by.
Worst Passwords of 2020 + 3 Password Creation Tips
CYBER SECURITY | 6.5 MIN READ
While you may think that your passwords are relatively secure, one of you or your employees' passwords may have unknowingly made NordPass' 2020 Worst Passwords List. Weak passwords can lead to financial fraud, data breaches,.
Vendor Management: What is It and How Can MSP's Help?
MANAGED IT SERVICES | 4.5 MIN READ
Vendor management prevents business stagnation by ensuring the best contracts and offerings. As a Managed IT Services Provider (MSP), we employ vendor management best practices to best assist our clients in meeting and.
How to Secure Home Wi-Fi [7 Tips]
CYBER SECURITY | 6 MIN READ
Your home's Wi-Fi network may not be as secure as you think. As a Managed Service Provider, we assist offices in remote transitions, which involves securing these employees' work devices and data that are connected to their.
Desktop-as-a-Service (DaaS): Why Your Remote Office Needs It
REMOTE OFFICE | 5 MIN READ
When businesses plan for a transition to a remote environment, many think about how to properly configure VPN's and office phones. However, what about desktops? At some companies, not every employee has a desktop, which can.
Small Business IT Solutions: 3 Options to Pick From
CYBER SECURITY | 6.5 MIN READ
According to a 2018 report compiled by Verizon, 58% of cyber attack victims were small businesses. While many may think that large corporations are the main target, they aren't. This is because SMB's have less resources to.