When your network goes down, the immediate frustration is a stalled workflow. But the hidden costs often go unnoticed. System failures don’t just trigger IT repair bills, they cut into profitability, harm your reputation, and can slow growth for months.
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New NIST Password Guidelines: Building A Better Defense Without the Headache
Remember that frustrating password creation ritual we have all faced? The mandatory uppercase letters, the required numbers and symbols, and the constant changes every 90 days? You’d finally create something ridiculous like “P@ssw0rd123!” only to forget it the next month. For decades this was the standard, but it turns out that this approach was actually […]
The Cost of Complacency: Why Cyber Insurance Isn’t Enough
Cybercrime does not just affect large companies. Every business is a target, whether it is a small clinic, a local retailer, or an expanding startup. The preparedness of a business can affect customer trust, sensitive data, and even the survival of that business. In fact, 43% of businesses report losing existing customers after a cyberattack.
How Your Employees Can Be Your Strongest Cybersecurity Asset
October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about the simple actions that can reduce cybersecurity risks. This year’s theme, “Building a Cyber Strong America,” reminds us that security is not just an IT issue but also a collective responsibility that protects our businesses and communities.
Fall Into Better IT Habits: Your Seasonal Tech Maintenance Checklist
The change of seasons often nudges us into a rhythm of preparation. At this moment, we ensure the car is prepared for winter roads, bring out the sweaters, and plan furnace tune-ups.
Don’t Let IT Be a Nightmare: 5 Ways to Keep Your Business Safe This Halloween
Halloween has a way of stirring up both excitement and unease. Kids run from door to door in costumes, parents check over the candy haul, and adults indulge in the thrill of being a little spooked.
The Case for a Dedicated Help Desk: Why Your Small Business Needs Proactive Support
Competition drives innovation, and in today’s world, innovation is the key to survival. Technology has become an ever-increasing component of small businesses, which is why it is critical that small businesses take care of their technical environment. Part of it is having a reliable digital landscape. Many small businesses recognize the importance of their technology […]
Network Tune-Up: Essential Best Practices for Your Small Business Wired and Wireless Network
The world has undergone considerable changes in the last decade regarding computer networking solutions. We have entered the digital era of interconnected systems and layered network landscapes. Internet access is no longer considered a luxury, but rather a necessity. Network performance directly affects productivity for small businesses. The issue for many small businesses is haphazard […]
How to Avoid MFA Bypass Threats: What Organizations and MSPs Must Do
Providing a critical component for cybersecurity, multi-factor authentication (MFA) is widely used for identity and access management (IAM). MFA has proven to be quite effective in protecting against credential theft and other forms of unauthorized access. However, cyber threats have increased in sophistication and capability, generating techniques to bypass the MFA standard. It has become […]
Beyond the Basics: Automating Routine IT Tasks for Small Business Efficiency
The digital landscape is constantly evolving as technology advances. IT teams are more important than ever, especially to small businesses. Unfortunately, small businesses have to meet these challenges with fewer resources and smaller IT teams. Despite this, they must remain diligent in monitoring cyber threats, supporting the expanding infrastructure, and staying competitive. One of the […]