Business owners hear this a lot: a simple security measure will fully protect your data. However, one protective action does not always protect businesses from having a weak network. Why? Our networks are complex, and any missed protective measure can result in vulnerability. This becomes an issue when businesses believe that their data is secure,…
Business Threats Lurking In Your Inbox Communication within a business happens constantly, but most business owners don’t know when their private information is at risk. Email is the most common form of communication within a business, so making sure your email is set up correctly is an important step in securing your company’s data. Email…
Password Protection: The First Step to Data Security Passwords are the protectors of your information – personal details, client information, business data and much more. With the technology of today, cyber-criminals are able to use automated tools to crack passwords quickly. Passwords are used for most online accounts, including news, email, apps, software and social…
The debate over net neutrality has picked up speed after the Senate voted last month to overturn the FCC’s December Net Neutrality repeal. The House is expected to bring it to a vote this month. As net neutrality comes back into the news – and with it the debate between a regulated and deregulated internet,…
4 Things To Look For In Your VoIP Service By now, it’s likely you’ve heard how VoIP is an extremely effective way of boosting your operation’s flexibility while reducing monthly telephone costs. But now it’s time to mobilize and find a VoIP service provider for your company. Where do you start? If you don’t know…
Network Synergy VoIP is a flexible, cost-effective communication solution for the modern business. But how can you maximize these benefits for your company? The answer is simple: use your Managed IT provider! Your managed IT provider is best suited to implement and maintain your VoIP system for a number of reasons, but it all comes…
What Is VoIP? By now it’s likely you’ve heard of VoIP and how it can save your business loads of cash. For those of you who don’t know what VoIP is (Voice Over Internet Protocol), it’s just like your traditional phone line only internet based. Because the communication is carried over the web, VoIP service…
There’s a good chance you do… If you’ve been tasked with addressing your business’ IT needs, you’ve probably considered a wide variety of options. Perhaps you’re already investing in individual IT services from one provider and additional services from another company. Or maybe you’re starting from scratch and don’t know your next move. Either way,…
What Happened? Last week surfaced two bugs which are affecting basic machine security for many companies. The two vulnerabilities are Meltdown and Spectre, and they primarily impact the way mainstream processors store and silo information. Here’s what you need to know: What is Meltdown? Meltdown is a bug that primarily affects the margin between applications…
What To Watch For 2017 has been a particularly hectic year for cyber security. While evolving technology has regulators playing catch-up, the cyber underworld is mobilizing. On the coattails of a number of large data breaches this year, data criminals have gained in number and confidence. Even more troubling is the fact that many businesses…