The truth is that Mac users are at risk for cyber-attacks and Macs need all the same protection that Windows workstations need. Basic security tools like antivirus, DNS filtering, password and drive encryption enforcement, automatic OS updates, and phishing testing and training are essential for computers and users on both platforms.
Read MoreWindows 10 users are being urged to update their operating systems due to two critical vulnerabilities. Microsoft has said that the vulnerabilities are high risk as they are potentially "wormable." This means computers can spread viruses and malware without any action on the user's part.
Read MoreSo it’s the end of the fiscal year and it’s time to start the exciting process of planning your IT budget for the coming year. This task can be extremely difficult to forecast, especially with the ever-changing world of Information Technology. To help ease this burden, here are some categorized tips and tricks to consider when planning for your pending fiscal year
Read MoreWithin every organization looms the very real threat of a human being (often a trusted employee—in many cases an executive) creating chaos with a single click. Enter the world of Security Awareness Computer-Based Training, a category of businesses that have set out to address this vulnerability by testing and educating users in real-world scenarios with the help of sophisticated technology.
Read MoreThe data your organization maintains is critical, and may represent the entirety of its intellectual property. Despite this, very few startup execs understand where their data lives and who has access, much less a well-defined data management process.
Read MoreHow many times have you asked or been asked for the WiFi password? And how many times have you given your home WiFi password to someone you don’t know that well? Ever given your company WiFi password to someone outside your company? How many times would you guess your colleagues have done it? Shared WiFi passwords can easily fall into the wrong hands.
Read MoreExperts estimate the chance of your house experiencing a burglary or break-in is 1.7% per year. The chance of your business getting hacked is about 25% per year - about 15 times higher. I’m sure you lock your door when you leave your house because you believe it can happen to you. Shouldn’t you take at least similar basic security measures with your business?
Read MoreWhile Macs have always been a good fit for business due to high performance and security features, Apple has never made a serious attempt at creating the kind of enterprise management and security tools that have been around for decades in the Microsoft universe. This leaves some pretty big vulnerabilities for your typical tech company.
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