Do IT security terms like “phishing” and “intrusion protection” sound extremely foreign to you? If so, it’s time you familiarize yourself with these and other common cybersecurity terms. By learning these basic concepts, you’ll be more aware of the depth and scope of online dangers and, hopefully, be better prepared to deal with them. Malware […]
Successful businesses make technology work for them, not the other way round. When used correctly, technology can make every task much easier to accomplish. So if you’re looking to increase staff efficiency, incorporate technology into your daily operations with the following methods. Change office communication To increase teamwork and productivity, set up instant messaging software […]
Never let your guard down when you’re on social media! Malicious hackers are becoming better at stealing your personal information, so keep these reminders and tips in mind to remain safe while you’re on platforms like Facebook and Twitter. Lock screens exist for a reason Always lock all your devices as soon as you stop […]
It can be challenging for small- to mid-sized businesses (SMBs) with limited resources to get their marketing efforts off the ground, but marketing automation can help them gain a competitive edge and achieve success easier. By automating repetitive tasks and marketing more effectively on multiple online channels, you save money and provide a better experience […]
Cybersecurity is a constant battle, but there are significant steps you can take to keep your IT defenses strong and effective, one of which is to increase your knowledge of security threats. Here are five common ways your business systems can be infiltrated. 1. You are tricked into installing malicious software There are countless ways […]
We've talked about app permissions on this newsletter before, largely because they are incredibly important when considering your own security posture, and also because apps are one of the primary avenues by which companies are able to harvest copious amounts of your data-- including precise location data, which allows companies to deliver personalized ads based on your geographical location.
Earlier this month, the tech world was buzzing with news of yet another major security incident: hundreds of thousands of organizations running on-premises Microsoft Exchange servers (including 30,000 in the United States) were discovered to have been breached using a previously unknown exploit-- giving the attackers, suspected to be a state-sponsored threat group, access and complete control over the impacted systems.
In the age of teleconferencing and remote work, Microsoft Teams and Zoom have become household names. Both are great platforms with a bevy of features suited for virtual meetings and workplace collaboration, but Zoom, up until recently, had a key security feature that Teams has lacked: end-to-end encryption.
Do you want to bolster your marketing campaigns? Then create videos and post them on social media. It doesn’t take much to make videos — you can finish high-quality ones using your smartphone and accessible video editing software. This makes them one of the most cost-efficient ways to target and convert potential customers. Here are […]
There are several ransomware decryptors now, thanks to communities of white hat hackers concerned about increasing ransomware attacks worldwide. While some of these decryptors do come with a price, the rest are free or can be availed for a minimum donation. The state of ransomware in 2021 so far Businesses need to deal with ransomware […]
