Month: November 2020

What is Ransomware? How does it work?

Ransomware Exposed: What it is and How it Works

Ransomware has become an undeniable threat to business growth, profitability, and security. It’s a ruthless type of malware that prevents you from accessing your data until you pay a ransom, which is usually demanded in untraceable Bitcoin. Cyber criminals are turning this type of attack into big business. They rake in billions each year as…

Get your IT Ready for Black Friday

Get Your IT Ready for Black Friday

Holiday shopping will have a new look this year. Many retailers are closing their brick-and-mortar doors for Black Friday, and the big “doorbuster” sales are moving online. With the busiest shopping period of the year going virtual, there’s going to be a greater load on your business IT. If your business wants to be part…

What is Cloud Computing?

What Is The Cloud? And Where Is It?

There has been a ton of talk about the cloud. Cloud this, cloud that. But what actually IS the cloud? It’s okay if you don’t know, most people don’t understand it and even some tech people tend to wave their hands towards the sky when trying to explain it! Since it actually has nothing to…

More Than A Virus, Common Malware to Watch Out For

More Than A Virus: Common Malware to Watch Out For

We often use the term “virus” to describe many different types of infection a computer might have. Virus, when used as a blanket term, can describe any number of potential computer programs. Although, these programs have a few things in common: they are designed to cause damage, steal data, or spread across the network. Malware…

5 Red Flags Of Phishing Emails: Think Before You Click

Phishing Emails: 5 Red Flags to Make You Think Before You Click

A single click can be the difference between maintaining data security and suffering massive financial losses. From the moment just one employee takes the bait in a phishing email, your business is vulnerable to data breaches and extensive downtime. Here’s how to quickly spot the red flags and put phishing emails where they belong: 1….

Why your business needs managed services for your cybersecurity.

Does My Business Need Managed Services to Stay Secure?

​Locking your front door after a burglar has already ransacked your house doesn’t do much, and the same is true of cybersecurity. With the help of a managed service provider, you can stay ahead of security threats with well-tested, leading-edge technologies. Many companies experience data breaches and regularly make headlines. Businesses and consumers are both…