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26 04, 2021

Business Email Compromise: Everything You Need To Know

April 26th, 2021|Security News, Unified Communications|

The most dangerous cyberthreats plaguing businesses in Chicago, Tampa, and the rest of the world often employ cunning deception tactics. One such threat is a sophisticated scam called business email compromise (BEC). In fact, a 2020 crime report found that there were 19,369 reported BEC incidents, accounting for $1.8 billion in losses.  To help you defend against this growing threat, we’ve put together everything you need to know about BEC.    What is BEC?  BEC is [...]

26 04, 2021

The Rise and Evolution of Ransomware

April 26th, 2021|Security News|

Ransomware is a type of malicious software that encrypts its victim’s systems and data, and demands payment for their release. It typically spreads through phishing scams and system vulnerabilities.  In a ransomware attack, the hacker leaves a note, threatening to permanently delete sensitive information unless the victim gives in to the hacker’s demands. The note will even set brief deadlines and specific instructions on how to pay. Over the years, ransomware has grown to become [...]

22 03, 2021

5 Common IT Problems Your Business May Face

March 22nd, 2021|IT Support Tips, Security News|

No matter how well technology is built, issues and complications always arise. These issues may hinder business processes at the best of times, but at worst, they can force your company to shut down for good. Having a concrete understanding of the most common IT problems plaguing organizations in Florida, Illinois, and all over the world will help you ensure that they don't get in the way of your business.  Here are five tech problems [...]

22 03, 2021

Are PCs or Macs Better for Small Businesses?

March 22nd, 2021|IT Support Tips|

There are few debates that divide groups of people in Chicago, Tampa, and the wider United States more than the PC-versus-Mac debate. It’s an important argument to be had, too, especially if you’re running a small business. That’s because if you invest in the wrong computers, your business could lose thousands of dollars on devices that hinder your team’s productivity and efficiency.  To help you make an informed decision, we’ve assessed PCs and Macs against [...]

16 02, 2021

Google Drive vs. OneDrive: Which cloud storage is best for you?

February 16th, 2021|Cloud Computing|

Following the increasing adoption of remote work during 2020, the best place to store company data is in the cloud. Using the cloud for data storage allows you to outsource the IT infrastructure and expertise required to manage large amounts of data. Authorized users can access company information stored in the cloud with an internet-connected device, giving them the flexibility to work from any location. Additionally, service providers offer scalable, pay-as-you-go subscription plans that let [...]

16 02, 2021

5 HIPAA & PCI DSS Requirements for Both Frameworks

February 16th, 2021|Healthcare, Security News|

In today’s business landscape, data management, storage, and protection should be a crucial part of any company’s strategy. This especially applies to healthcare companies and businesses that process credit card payments because they’re governed by industry-specific security standards. The compliance standards that govern how these organizations should secure their data are the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS).  HIPAA has broad requirements concerned with [...]

16 02, 2021

You should have one security policy for cloud computing

February 16th, 2021|Cloud Computing, Security News|

The freedom to work in any location is one of cloud computing’s most loved benefits, but this flexibility can also put companies — whether they be in Chicago or Tampa — at risk. If networks and devices are unsecured or if access restrictions are nonexistent, hackers can gain unfettered access to your cloud environment and steal all your data.  In fact, ever since the massive shift to remote work in 2020, businesses have been deeply [...]

16 02, 2021

How to know when to outsource cybersecurity

February 16th, 2021|Cloud Computing, Security News|

Cybercrime is growing at a global scale, with hackers developing new and more dangerous attacks like clockwork. In fact, studies show that cyberattacks can cost companies $200,000 on average. Even for a small- and medium-sized business (SMB) in Chicago or Tampa, recovering from compromised systems and data can cost thousands of dollars per hour. This, of course, doesn’t include the potential lawsuits, noncompliance penalties, and reputational backlash from a major cybersecurity incident.   Given the high [...]

16 02, 2021

How businesses use the cloud: Apps to full-blown desktops

February 16th, 2021|Cloud Computing, Security News|

Cloud technology continues to change the way entire industries operate, especially as businesses require more flexible solutions to adapt to COVID-19.  Essentially, the cloud delivers services such as applications, desktops, and server processing power over the internet, giving businesses access to powerful solutions at an affordable price.  Businesses generally use the cloud to store data in off-site servers to offload storage space in-house and give users the flexibility to access their files from anywhere, whether [...]

16 02, 2021

What SMBs can achieve with cloud managed services

February 16th, 2021|Cloud Computing, Security News|

Cloud computing has been instrumental in helping businesses adapt to the new working conditions set by the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020. It’s easy to see why, considering that the cloud offers businesses on-demand technology resources, boundless scalability, and the ability to work from any location with an internet connection. Experts even predict that global spending for public cloud services and infrastructure will reach approximately $500 billion by 2023.    However, as small- and medium-sized businesses in [...]

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