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managed IT Services | Cyber Security

Small businesses are targeted now more than ever by hackers. One of the most common ways cybercriminals can gain access to your network or sensitive data is through employee emails. As technology has become more advanced, so have cybercrime tactics. With the use of AI and social media, hackers often have everything they need to impersonate business leaders or loved ones to manipulate people into revealing sensitive information. To mitigate the risk of these sneaky email scams, here are a few tips on email security training for employees.

Cyber Security

There’s nothing scarier than the thought your business could suffer a cyber-attack. October is Cybersecurity Month, created to spread awareness about cybercrime, cyber-attack detection and remediation, and cybersecurity best practices. Here are a few cases where hackers were unfortunately able to gain access to sensitive assets via malware and other tricks.

managed IT Services

With the changing digital landscape for businesses, you may be thinking about outsourcing your IT services. There might be a few worries on your mind when looking into providers because after all, it’s a big investment. Here are the top reasons businesses hesitate to outsource their IT solutions and what to look for in a good provider.

Managed Communications | Video Conferencing

It can be daunting looking at all the different business communication systems on the market. In the digital age, is it best to switch over to cloud based phone system or stick with a traditional PBX phone system for your small business? Here is a comparison of the two systems and what each will do for your business communications.

Managed Print

With more businesses leaning towards sustainability in the workplace, you may ask yourself if printing is bad for the environment. You need to position your company as an eco-friendly entity, so it’s important to consider whether printing will impact your carbon footprint.

Cyber Security

Cybercriminals are targeting businesses now more than ever, especially since businesses have so much to lose regarding data and financial information. Unlike individuals, companies have more resources to steal. They also experience more liability since there are often multiple users on business networks. Users can make mistakes because of social engineering designed to mimic real messages, pop-ups, phone calls, and more.

Cyber Security

AI is currently a hot buzzword in the tech industry, and for good reason. It can provide astounding productivity and precision in your note-taking, correspondence, content creation and more. However, cybercriminals are finding new ways to use AI to develop sophisticated scams and ransomware schemes. Here are the basics of AI and how it can threaten your business’s cybersecurity.

Managed Print | Cyber Security | printer security

If you’re trying to improve your cybersecurity strategy, ensure you don't overlook your printers. They're often glossed over when business leaders address cybersecurity. This makes them attractive targets for cybercriminals. Businesses should consider printers a vulnerable endpoint of their business network. If you don't, you could risk your business for cyber attacks.

Managed Print | Cyber Security | HP

HP is a leading print manufacturer in endpoint security. Their printers offer a unique set of security features, and some of which are even exclusive to the brand. With hackers finding new ways to target businesses, experts warn that digital printers may be a vulnerable endpoint for malicious cyber-attacks.