Multiple things can disrupt the operations of small- to medium-sized businesses (SMBs), such as natural disasters or cyberattacks. This can lead to lost revenue, or in some extreme cases, business closure. But having a concrete business continuity plan (BCP) in place will help your business recover quickly after a disaster.
Why your SMB needs a business continuity plan (BCP)
How to protect your business printers from hackers
Organizations spend resources on keeping their technology and devices secure, but they often overlook one crucial piece of hardware: printers. Printers, just like computers and Wi-Fi networks, can be an entry point for hackers and a gateway to your business’s sensitive information.
The Benefits and Challenges of Multifactor Authentication for Businesses
Nowadays, data breaches and security incidents are more dangerous than ever, and passwords are no longer enough to secure sensitive information. By launching well-crafted phishing scams, cybercriminals can easily acquire a user’s login credentials and use them for their personal and financial gain.
How to troubleshoot common printer problems
Printers are one of the most frustrating computer hardware to fix. They will often display an error message that tells you little about how to solve the issue. But by being aware of some of the most common printer problems and how to troubleshoot them, you can fix the issues and stay productive.
Increase productivity and cut costs with internet-based phones
Medical practices and surgery centers in Phoenix have been using Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) phones for decades, but rarely to the full extent of this technology’s capabilities.
Healthcare practitioners were sold on quick installations and transitions, low monthly costs, and the simplicity of scaling up the number of phone lines they needed.
Office 365 is now Microsoft 365: New features, same price
Microsoft recently launched its new slate of consumer service plans: Microsoft 365 (M365) Personal and Family. This will replace Office 365 (O365) Home and Personal, signaling the shift of the company’s consumer bundles from just a set of tools to powerful solutions that help you manage both work and life.
COVID-19 and the cloud: Staying connected while apart
The term “viral” has taken its original meaning, thanks to the novel coronavirus infecting millions and killing thousands of people all over the world. As it rages on, we can see how cloud computing is helping us push through these trying times. Cloud computing helps buoy economies For many people, being forced to stay at […]
5 Tips to keep your business afloat during the COVID-19 crisis
Businesses across the globe have been hit hard by the COVID-19 pandemic. Many have been forced to close their doors, some only temporarily, but countless others for good. With experts saying there’s no guarantee of a rapid economic recovery, it’s important that you reassess and redefine your business strategy and buckle down for more storms […]
Here’s what to look for when buying antivirus software
Because of the global pandemic, work from home is now a necessity. This has increased the potential entry points for cybercriminals to infiltrate your network. Now more than ever, businesses need better cybersecurity protection. That’s why it’s important to choose the right antivirus software for your needs.
2020 Cybersecurity essentials: Multifactor authentication
What if the most important app your employees use became inaccessible in the snap of a finger? If you’re not using multifactor authentication, the only thing stopping that from happening is a string of 8–15 letters and numbers.
That’s scary, considering that an eight-letter password could be guessed by a computer program in less than half a day.