Recently, focus in the cloud computing world has shifted from remote solutions to the “hybrid cloud.” The hybrid cloud is the combination of on-premises infrastructure and one or more public or private cloud products and services. The hybrid cloud is becoming an essential part of the global ...

The ransomware pandemic is a prevalent topic among IT experts and national newsrooms alike. From the Colonial Pipeline to JBS Holdings, Inc., 2021 is going to be a big year for ransomware (this form of attack has been growing in popularity throughout the struggles that are caused by the emergence ...

70% of small firms go out of business within a year of experiencing a significant data loss event. To protect yourself and your business from data loss, you have to know what to protect your data from. Whether it’s an outside force or an internal bad actor, there are tons of ways to lose data or ...

On average, a mere 5% of companies’ data folders are properly protected. That means 95% of your business’s data is at risk. When you have a data breach, you need to have backups. Here are 5 data backup best practices. Store Your Backups Offsite Storing your backups offsite may seem like an ...

Even if you choose a strong password or use a random password generator, cybercriminals have the tools and patience to look for your weak spots in your personal, business, financial, or even healthcare-related online accounts. So let’s talk about the importance of multi-factor authentication. What ...

A buzzword is a word or phrase, new or already existing, that becomes very popular for a period of time. And in the fast-paced world of information technology, following the right buzzwords could put you a step ahead of the rest in your industry. Here are the top five IT buzzwords for 2021. AI – ...

Small businesses took a beating in 2021, from forced shutdowns to employee shortages and massive technology issues that came with the pivot to remote work amid the coronavirus pandemic. Network Depot reports that cyberattacks have increased during the pandemic by 400%, with ransomware increasing by ...

A recently discovered vulnerability called BlueKeep could allow hackers to remotely take over machines without even a click from their owners, potentially allowing an infectious worm to rip through millions of PCs.