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Is It Time for My Business to Hire an Outside Managed Services Provider?
Running a business is no small feat. You’ve poured your heart and soul into building something that reflects your passion and expertise. But as your business grows, so do the demands on your IT infrastructure. Suddenly, you find yourself grappling with technical challenges that you never anticipated—issues that distract you

Hurricane Preparedness for Your Small Business IT Department
On August 28th, 2005 I was sitting at a high top table at Applebee’s in Tupelo, MS eating a Bourbon Street Steak with a friend from high school. We were talking but I don’t remember the subject. What I do remember is being completely distracted watching Jim Cantore herald the

Strengthening Your Security Strategy with Keeper and YubiKey: A Comprehensive Guide to MFA
In today’s digital landscape, securing sensitive information has become a top priority for businesses and individuals alike. With cyber threats constantly evolving, traditional password protection is no longer sufficient. Implementing a robust Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) strategy is essential to safeguarding your digital assets. Two powerful tools that can help you

Understanding and Preventing Business Invoice Fraud
Invoice fraud is a significant threat to businesses of all sizes, resulting in financial losses, reputational damage, and operational disruptions. This fraudulent activity can take many forms, from sophisticated cyber schemes to simple scams, making it essential for companies to understand how these frauds work and how to protect themselves.

Understanding SPF and DKIM Records
What are SPF and DKIM Records? In the digital age, email security is paramount. SPF (Sender Policy Framework) and DKIM (DomainKeys Identified Mail) are two essential email authentication methods that help protect your domain from email spoofing and ensure your emails reach their intended recipients. This post will explore the

The Difference Between Rebooting and Shutting Down
The difference between rebooting and shutting down.

Spear Phishing and How to Protect Yourself
In the digital age, the security of our personal and professional information is paramount. One of the most menacing threats we face is spear phishing, a form of social engineering attack targeted at specific individuals or companies. What is Spear Phishing? Spear phishing is a targeted form of phishing where fraudulent

Best practices for ‘Work from Home’
In this era of Covid-19, Work from Home has become the new normal. Now that many companies are announcing permanent work from home policies, the practice maybe the norm for the foreseeable future. This opens the door to many substantial security concerns. Establishing work from home best practices is critical.
