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What is Network Security Monitoring? A Definitive Guide!

What is Network Security Monitoring? A Definitive Guide!

A network security monitoring system (NSM) protects digital assets and data against cyber threats. But what is network security monitoring? Simply put, it involves continuously surveilling network traffic and devices to detect potential vulnerabilities or suspicious...

Don’t Fall for the Clickbait!

Don’t Fall for the Clickbait!

Most scams are based off age-old methods of deception. Impersonation, fraud, and unauthorized access are all their own flavor of deception, but (strangely enough) one of the most classic forms of deception might also be the newest: clickbait. Today, we’ll tell you one...

5 Executive App Picks

5 Executive App Picks

This week’s blog post is in one of our favorite formats: the list! These lists are an effective way of learning about new apps or techniques that you might be missing out on but can help you save time or money (or both) by providing a service or some knowledge....

What Is IT Infrastructure Management? The Ultimate Guide

What Is IT Infrastructure Management? The Ultimate Guide

In a world where technology is advancing at lightning speed, effective IT management has become crucial for all types of businesses. It has been estimated that by 2024, global investment in IT is expected to reach $5.1 trillion. So, it’s obvious that the focus on IT...

How to Improve Network Security: A Comprehensive Guide

How to Improve Network Security: A Comprehensive Guide

In today's interconnected world, understanding how to improve network security is not just a choice; it's an imperative. The importance of network security cannot be exaggerated, considering the escalating threats that loom in the digital terrain. Cybercriminals are...

A Behind-the-Scenes Look at DMARC Email Security

A Behind-the-Scenes Look at DMARC Email Security

Did you know that phishing attacks are by far the most popular way for attackers to steal information from and defraud small- and medium-sized businesses? Many of the most damaging attacks start with unsolicited emails. When it comes to whether something is legitimate...

What’s Different about the Recent LibWebP Vulnerability?

What’s Different about the Recent LibWebP Vulnerability?

Every so often a software vulnerability pops up and reminds us that security can’t be a set-it-and-forget-it kind of job. As technology outlets spread the news about a new vulnerability last week, the response is mostly the same as it always is: patch and update your...

How to Stop Unwanted Spam Emails? 5 Tips to Follow

How to Stop Unwanted Spam Emails? 5 Tips to Follow

Unwanted spam emails are a frustrating and time-consuming problem that plagues many individuals. Filtering through irrelevant messages, dealing with potential security risks, and managing the clutter in your inbox can significantly impact productivity. It's essential...

Plan for Sharing Files and Folders in OneDrive and SharePoint

Plan for Sharing Files and Folders in OneDrive and SharePoint

Even if your company makes good use of SharePoint, as a daily user you still might not have a clear understanding of how it works behind the scenes. The good news, though, is that even from a system administration standpoint, it kind of seems like magic to us too!...

How Much Does a Dedicated Server Cost?

How Much Does a Dedicated Server Cost?

Are you a small or mid-sized business unsure whether to invest in a dedicated server or opt for shared hosting? We understand your dilemma. Even though the price of a dedicated server might be high at first, it will pay for itself in the long run. But here's where...

3 AI Stories to Watch in 2024

3 AI Stories to Watch in 2024

Even though its tipping point was in late 2022, AI has been a huge topic this year. The advancements in the technologies behind “artificial intelligence” are one reason why it’s on the tip of everyone’s tongue, but another important reason is the rest of tech...

How Does Network Scanning Help Assess Operations Security?

How Does Network Scanning Help Assess Operations Security?

In the battle against cyber threats, understanding how to fortify network security is crucial. With the growing reliance on digital data storage, safeguarding information is a top priority for businesses. Network scanning is one of the powerful strategies for...

Health Data Breaches: What you Should Know

Health Data Breaches: What you Should Know

A recent data breach at Blue Shield of California has us revisiting the topic of personal data and security. It’s a reminder that a lot of our data is stored by other people and reminds us that sometimes there’s not a lot we can do to protect all of our data. While...