Even if you run a small business, you’re still vulnerable to cyberattacks from hackers. Companies with 250 employees or less were targeted by hackers 31% of the time in 2012, according to Symantec - which is why you need to optimize your small business network security. Without it, you could lose thousands of dollars or go out of business. To help you keep your business and your data intact, we’ll show you a few tips for maintaining a reliable and secure network. But first, let’s define network security. What is Network Security? Small business network security is the combination of hardware, software, policies, and practices used to protect a company’s network from unauthorized access. Essentially, it’s everything … [Read more...] about How to Make Small Business Network Security Safe in 10 Tips
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4 Remote Access Risks and How to Solve Them
Remote access risks were responsible for 88% of all hacking breaches and 95% of malware incidents in 2011. These overwhelming facts come from the 2012 Data Breach Investigations Report conducted by the Verizon RISK team in coordination with the United States Secret Service and a handful of other international law enforcement agencies. If any of your employees are working remotely, you’re in danger. But it’s easy to ignore remote access risks when the benefits are so appealing: You save money on travel costs and office space Your employees can always meet deadlines, even if they’re sick at home Your employees may be more productive in their own home without everyday distractions in the office (unnecessary meetings, work … [Read more...] about 4 Remote Access Risks and How to Solve Them
How to Get Rid of Adware with These 5 Tips
250 million PC’s were infected with malware earlier this year that seemed benign but turned out to be extremely dangerous. The malware was known as Fireball and was packaged within numerous types of adware. According to Checkpoint, it was designed to change your default search engine and track your web traffic on behalf of a digital marketing firm in Beijing named Rafotech. But that’s not the dangerous part... The dangerous part of Fireball was this: It had the capability to take over any code on the victim’s computer or download additional malware, turning your computer into a zombie that’s easily manipulated by an opportunistic hacker. If you want to learn how to get rid of adware that carries malware like Fireball, … [Read more...] about How to Get Rid of Adware with These 5 Tips
Choosing a Firewall: the Most Important Features and Types You Need to Know
Choosing a firewall that has the features you need to protect your company from the onslaught of malicious hackers, malware, and viruses can be confusing and frustrating. There are various types with various features and varying levels of security. Plus, choosing a firewall is heavily dependent on the size, scope, and scale of your particular organization. To help you make your decision easier, we’ll describe a few important features you should look for in a firewall, discuss the various sizes of firewalls to choose from, and then go over the three types of firewalls you’re likely to encounter. By the end of this article, you’ll be better informed to choose the right firewall for your company. Important Features to Consider When … [Read more...] about Choosing a Firewall: the Most Important Features and Types You Need to Know