Think of a good data backup system as insurance for your digital assets: You hope you never need it, but you'll be incredibly grateful it's there if something goes wrong. Listed below are the three vital parts of any up-to-date data backup system and how you can utilize the newest technology to make backing up your data as smooth and easy as possible.
Time isn't just money; it's the entire vault. The correct tools and strategies can transform not just your IT infrastructure, but your entire workflow. Below we're going to talk about a surprisingly simple, yet profoundly effective, time management method: the Pomodoro Technique. This useful strategy that can keep you focused and on task.
Ransomware has become one of the most dangerous modern threats to businesses, and when you consider what’s at stake with a ransomware infection, you’ll realize we’re not exaggerating. The worst variants of ransomware will attempt to extort you through any means necessary, and when you don’t give in so easily, they’ll pull out the big guns: double and triple extortion.
How long has your workstation been in use? How long does it take to boot up, to access your user profile, to load the documents you need to work on?
It can be extremely tempting to put off any investment into new hardware… after all, it still works, doesn’t it? Well, depending on your answers to the above questions, it may not. Don’t fall into the classic trap of relying on hardware that is simply too old to support your needs. It’s more costly than you’d think.
In a time when Internet connectivity is so critical, manufacturers have met this demand by creating products that feature the ability to connect to apps or other Internet-based dashboards. Alas for users, there is a lot that can go wrong when organizational practices don’t do enough to protect their customer’s privacy; or, simply look to exploit it. Listed below is a look at how the smart devices you rely on can be undermining your family’s privacy.
For those of you making the leap from macOS to Windows, we know that while the fundamental principles of computing remain, the execution often differs. In our ongoing series, we're dedicated to guiding you through these transitions, ensuring your journey into the Windows ecosystem is as smooth as possible. Listed below is a look at a universal computing challenge: the frozen application.
There are few things as universally annoying as the constant stream of spam emails these days. From ludicrous pharmaceutical offers to urgent pleas for financial assistance from other nations’ royalty, our inboxes can often be likened to a digital landfill. What many people don't realize is that behind this persistent nuisance lies a huge, and surprisingly lucrative, industry.
They say a man’s home is his castle. We’d contend that a more apt comparison is that someone’s business is more like their castle, realistically speaking.
As such, it is critical to ensure your security in every way possible. Much like a traditional castle was constructed to keep threats out, your business’ security needs to be approached in a similar way.
While we aren’t suggesting that you literally dig a moat or maintain cauldrons full of boiling oil, you do need to implement security measures that serve the same purpose for your business and its network.
Hope is a powerful force and it constantly propels us forward and can brighten even the darkest days. We hope for good health, happy families, and that winning lottery ticket.
Alas, hope is a terrible cybersecurity strategy.
One of the greatest threats to today's businesses is a cyberattack and the consequent data breach. These types of threats usually target outdated systems that haven’t been patched or upgraded with fixes to vulnerabilities. Listed below are some of the most likely outdated hardware and software issues you may encounter on your own infrastructure so you can address them and keep your business safe.
Your organization lives and dies by the strength of its network. If it’s not running well, your entire business will feel it, and it could have serious implications for operations. You might end up with sluggish software or data transfers, among other problems. Listed below are some of the common holdups on your network that might be holding your business back.
There’s a lot of comfort to be found in familiarity. It’s why so many of us cling to the way we’ve always done things. It’s the root of the old adage, “if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.” In many contexts, this can be very good advice. One place it isn’t: your business’ technology.
Failing to improve the technology your business depends on can itself incur significant inherent costs that aren’t immediately apparent. Let’s explore them to truly appreciate the advantages of keeping your business’ tech up to date.
Proactive IT is something we talk about a lot, and that’s because it works… especially compared to the alternatives. That being said, what does proactive IT mean, and how can you get the most out of your business technology?
Perhaps more critically, how can you make sure your technology doesn’t become a liability rather than an asset?
With so many devices now connecting to the Internet, decreasing your business’ threat surface area is more critical than ever. Your threat surface area consists of any device that connects to your organization’s IT infrastructure, and if you’re not careful or forget a couple of oddball wearables, you could be looking at a data breach. Listed below is how you can prevent that from happening.
Fairly recently, news circulated that a data breach had exposed 16 billion passwords for numerous logins, including social media accounts, virtual private networks, corporate tools, and more. Effectively, every online service imaginable was represented in this breach.
This is very bad… arguably unprecedented.
That being said, this impression is at best misleading. Listed below is a look into the truth of the matter, while still acknowledging that there are some lessons to be learned.
Good cybersecurity is an important part of modern business operations. Business owners should be aware of several critical aspects of their digital security to help protect company assets and maintain the continuity of your operations. Listed below are four points every business needs to address.
Android 16 is now officially available for device manufacturers to implement, offering significant enhancements to security via a new mode: Advanced Protection. Listed below: how these enhancements have altered a user’s built-in security within the operating system.
If you’re reading this on the day it's posted, it's Wednesday. How often have you had to rewrite the same messages, over and over, in your internal reporting and client interactions so far this week? Probably quite a bit, and certainly more than you’d prefer.
This is wasteful: not only does replicating this message over and over cost valuable time, but it also uses up mental energy… plus, simply copy-pasting can easily lead to errors and oversights. Luckily, modern email platforms provide templates that can be utilized to generate consistent and quality messages.
Data loss is looming on the horizon, not just for you, but for all unprepared businesses. Are you confident in your ability to recover from a potential data loss incident? Like any IT challenge and risk, it helps to know what you’re up against. Listed below are three of the most common data loss scenarios so you can be prepared for them well in advance.
The point-of-sale (POS) system has evolved from a simple cash register into the dynamic hub of your business operations. Beyond that satisfying sound it makes (if you turn on that feature) it now handles inventory, customer data, and more. Your POS is working harder than ever, but is it working smarter for you? As a mission-critical system, choosing or upgrading your POS isn't just about processing payments; it's about future-proofing your success.
