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28 04, 2023

Why your business needs a strong cybersecurity strategy

April 28th, 2023|Security News|

Modern companies have access to even more technology and data than they ever did before. The problem is there are even more cybercriminals who seek to take advantage of that technology and data. As such, having a strong cybersecurity strategy should be a priority for all businesses, whether they're a small operation or a Fortune 500 company. Why is cybersecurity important? There are several reasons why businesses must prioritize cybersecurity: Sophisticated cyberattacks are becoming more [...]

26 04, 2023

The Importance of Monitoring and Acting on Typosquatting: A Cybersecurity Guide

April 26th, 2023|Cloud Computing, Security News|

Typosquatting, also known as URL hijacking or URL spoofing, is a type of cybercrime that involves registering domain names that are similar to legitimate ones but contain typographical errors. These fake websites are designed to trick users into believing that they are visiting a legitimate website, and often, these websites are used to steal sensitive information from users. In this article, we will discuss the importance of monitoring and acting on typosquatting. The Threat of [...]

27 12, 2022

Top 7 benefits of VoIP phone systems for businesses

December 27th, 2022|Unified Communications|

For many years, analog telephone systems were the main way businesses stayed connected, but these systems are simply too inefficient and outdated to meet the needs of today's businesses. What modern companies require is a fast, flexible, and inexpensive way to communicate with their staff, customers, and the broader world. No technology best accommodates these needs quite like Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) phone systems. What is VoIP? VoIP is a technology that uses the [...]

8 04, 2022

How Should Companies Handle a Ransomware Attack?

April 8th, 2022|IT Support Tips, Security News|

Financially motivated cyberattacks are a dime a dozen, and one of the most popular that’s affecting US businesses today is ransomware. In fact, global reports revealed a 105% increase in ransomware attacks in 2021. While some ransomware attacks target individuals, many primarily target vulnerable organizations like healthcare institutions. Given the prevalence of ransomware attacks, your business should have a clear response strategy in case of such incidents. This guide discusses how you can do so. [...]

8 04, 2022

Are Macs More Secure Than PCs?

April 8th, 2022|IT Support Tips, Security News|

When choosing an operating system (OS), two major competitors come to mind: macOS and Windows. Both operating systems offer robust features and intuitive user experiences. Macs are often popular among those in the creative industry, while Windows are generally used in the commercial space. However, people tend to believe that Macs outperform Windows when it comes to cybersecurity. This blog discusses whether that claim is true.  Why do people think macOS is safer than Windows? [...]

4 03, 2022

What should you do if your phone is hacked?

March 4th, 2022|IT Support Tips, Security News|

Your mobile phone contains countless bytes of information that can reveal everything about you, such as emails, contact details, photos, messages, and financial data. If this information falls into the wrong hands, your personal life and business could be in jeopardy.  What’s worse is that mobile devices can be incredibly vulnerable to attacks. Cybercriminals can easily hack a phone through phishing scams, unsecured networks, and malware. It’s therefore important that you know how to quickly [...]

17 02, 2022

5 BYOD policy best practices you need to follow

February 17th, 2022|IT Support Tips|

Bring your own device (BYOD) is a business strategy where employees are allowed to use their personal devices for work. This strategy has become a mainstream practice over the years, especially since businesses in Chicago, Tampa, and all over the world are adopting remote work.  One benefit of BYOD is that businesses save a lot of money because they don’t have to purchase and issue devices for each employee. They also have fewer devices to [...]

24 01, 2022

IT Budgeting Best Practices for 2022

January 24th, 2022|IT Support Tips|

Having a clear, well-crafted budget is integral to your business. Without it, different departments won’t understand their spending limits and inadvertently stretch the company’s financial resources thin.  If your organization relies on technology in any capacity, then you must have a solid IT budget planned for 2022. We understand that IT can be difficult to budget for, especially since it’s an incredibly nuanced field that covers cybersecurity, networking, cloud computing, and more. That’s why we’ve [...]

24 01, 2022

How To Protect Your Organization From Spear Phishing

January 24th, 2022|IT Support Tips|

When talking about cyberattacks, the image of a hacker using highly sophisticated code is what first comes to mind. However, while some attacks need more technical expertise to be successful, many of today’s cyberattacks only require hackers to come up with a convincing lie in an email. Spear phishing is one of these cyberattacks, and it’s a growing threat affecting businesses in Chicago, Tampa, and the rest of the United States.   To protect your business, [...]

28 12, 2021

How Does Ransomware Spread on a Network?

December 28th, 2021|IT Support Tips|

Today, ransomware attacks are rapidly growing in number and complexity. The FBI's Internet Crime Complaint Center received 2,084 ransomware reports from January to July 31, 2021, representing a 62% year-over-year increase. And according to SonicWall’s 2021 Cyber Threat Report 2021 Mid-Year Update, in June 2021 alone, there were 78.4 million ransomware attempts recorded — more than the number reported in Q2 2020 and almost half of the total for all of 2019. This has led [...]

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