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What is Ransomware and How to Prevent It
Ransomware is arguably the worst kind of malicious program. Currently, there are two types of ransomware: Encrypting and locker. Encrypting ransomware encrypts your files and blocks you from using them unless you pay for a key to unlock them. Locker ransomware locks...
How to Prevent Data Breaches
Data breaches are an ongoing issue in today’s world. This year, large companies such as Equifax and Uber have suffered from data breaches, the latter even attempting to cover it up to avoid public scrutiny.Data breaches are an ongoing issue in today’s world. This...
A Chromebook Can Increase the Protection of Air Gapped Computers
It used to be that the best way to protect a computer hosting sensitive data was by not connecting it to any network, a process known as air gapping. However, it was recently revealed that when the computer with the sensitive data is running Windows, even air gapped...
Choosing The Best IT Consulting In Reno
If you are a small-business owner, you wear many hats. You may be in the position of taking on the role of CEO, accountant, salesperson, and marketer, all within the same day. However, it may be difficult to take on the position of IT management because it is a...
Managed Cloud Services: Top 6 Reasons Why You Need It
Opting for cloud management services is setting your organization up for success. Through an array of smart choices that come with making the one decision of utilizing cloud services, your business won’t have to worry about what could happen. Managed cloud services is...
15 Ways To Protect Your Business From A Cyber Attack
Just because your a small business, doesn’t mean you’re beyond a hacker’s notice or reach. Unfortunately, most small businesses are particularly susceptible to cyber-attacks and breaches, simply because they are small, don't have all the IT security control needed to...
What is Penetration Testing and Why is it Important?
With the arsenal of tactics that hackers have today, we must fight back and protect our data with an arsenal of prevention tactics, including testing. Penetration testing is an important step towards safer applications and organizations. Penetration testing (A.K.A....
Why Social Media is Important for Small Business
Got Social Media? Social media is an effective way for small businesses to connect with customers, build a brand and capture more business. Small businesses don't often have the budget and resources to promote their business, however with leveraging social media they...