Firewalls first came about in the late 80s as the digital analogue to a fireproof barrier used in building construction. Ever since then, they’ve served as central components in any cybersecurity infrastructure. By monitoring all incoming network traffic in real time, they’re designed to keep your network safe from malicious connections such as unauthorized access attempts. The most common firewalls, such as the consumer-grade ones included with every installation of Windows, are … [Read more...]
3 Things you need to understand about intrusion detection systems
With the cyberthreat landscape constantly evolving and presenting new challenges to organizations of all scopes and sizes, it’s never been more important to implement multiple layers of security. Antivirus software and firewalls alone are no longer good enough to protect your business, especially when it comes to unknown threats such as zero-day exploits and advanced persistent threats (APTs). One such additional layer of security you need is an intrusion detection system (IDS). It monitors a … [Read more...]
4 of the most common hacking techniques and how to counter them
Businesses of all scopes and sizes face a constant bombardment of cyberthreats in the form of malicious software, social engineering scams, and more. It’s becoming more common for small- and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) to store high-value data like login credentials, payment data, and personal information. More businesses are handling sensitive information and each business become more vulnerable each time it adopts a new IT solution. The ever-changing nature of cyberthreats is forcing … [Read more...]
5 Things every reliable network support service should include
Businesses face constant pressure to innovate, and with that comes the responsibility to select, maintain, and support technology that aligns with your operational goals. Traditional IT support follows the break/fix model, which is rapidly falling out of favor because it encourages short-term solutions rather than fixing deeply rooted issues. Managed IT services allow businesses of all sizes to proactively improve their technology based on a flat-fee support model that incentivizes providers to … [Read more...]
How cloud outages can wreak havoc on business, and what you can do about it
Now that businesses of all sizes across almost every industry are migrating to the cloud, new challenges becoming major concerns, like bandwidth limitations and vague service level agreements (SLAs). Aside from the obvious consequences of downtime, there are also hidden costs to consider, such as damaged reputations and tarnished investor relations. In fact, studies show that unexpected downtime cost businesses $700 million back in 2016, and that figure is in danger of increasing as reliance … [Read more...]
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