Category Archives: Security

Smartphones have become an incredibly flexible tool for business. From scanning credit cards to performing real work, they’ve become such a versatile piece of hardware that it’s difficult to imagine how many creative uses they’ll have in the future. But for now, smartphones are still one of the most widely-used pieces of technology in business. […]

Image credit: ID Theft Protection | Flickr Small businesses face a range of security threats on a daily basis and can often be more vulnerable than larger organizations. Of all the security threats that companies face, identity theft is one of the scariest since it has the power to damage a company’s relationship with its […]

Every business today needs to be proactive about cybersecurity, because coming up short in any way can be devastating. Some companies assume they will fly below the radar because of their size or industry, but that belief almost always proves mistaken. When cybercriminals strike, years’ worth of work and relationship building can be put in […]

“The price of freedom is eternal vigilance. Don’t store unnecessary data, keep an eye on what’s happening, and don’t take unnecessary risks.” – Chris Bell, former U.S. congressman. Data security is critical in any business because you have a legal and moral responsibility to protect the sensitive data that customers are trusting you with. Losing […]

Everybody will agree nowadays we cannot imagine our business without the internet. We are managing our businesses with CRM(customer relation management) systems, updating our websites, eCommerce shops via content management systems(WordPress, Magento, Shopify, etc.), or making online supply orders. Not all of you know that the internet is not a safe place for routine business […]

Security matters in the marketing world. We need to guard our networks and remote devices against malware infections or DDoS attacks. We need to keep our precious data safe and sound so that we can use it to gain an advantage over our rivals. And it’s also essential to guard our communications against eavesdroppers. If […]

As a small business owner, issues like cybersecurity might not be at the top of your priorities list. For starters, you haven’t got enough people in place to worry about it for you. However, online security is something that everyone should prioritize, from individuals to large corporations. Online crime is on the rise, and it’s […]

Your biggest mistake, of course, would be to disregard cybersecurity in the first place. But we are assuming you aren’t that negligent, as (unless you have been living under a rock), you are probably fully aware of the hacking attempts that have been made on big businesses both large and small over the last few […]

Cybersecurity is a growing global issue today. As technology grows, cyber-attacks become more sophisticated and challenging to address. Having the tools to address these evolving issues is paramount. We are defining cybersecurity as the tools, methods, and technology used to protect digital networks, programs, data, and tools – both software and hardware – from digital […]

Like most other business activities, protecting your business from security mistakes requires adequate planning and execution, along with good management. You must make security a top priority and commit to making changes that work for your venture in the long term. The trouble is, not all entrepreneurs take security matters seriously. While all companies have […]

Cybersecurity research shows that the number of malware in use is escalating and mobile users are threatened more than ever. Mobile security threats not only impact smartphones but have their impact across all small screen devices including wearable, PDA’s and laptops that are connected to public networks. On one side the corporate data breaches have […]

Cybersecurity continues to be a growing concern among all internet users and in all aspects of the virtual world. Users and institutions cannot take it lightly as hacked networks can eventually affect their financial standing, marketing campaigns, their social media goals, and reputation, among others. The prevalence of cyber crimes forces them to put up […]

What do you do with those old hard drives?  If you are in the process of improving your IT and getting rid of old hard drives for your business, then it’s critical that you take the appropriate measures to avoid breaching data.  Although you may think the cheapest option is to destroy the drive’s yourself […]

Most business owners will know that joining social media is one of the best ways to promote their business online. Social media can be a great way to not only engage with customers in an informal capacity but to also reach audiences that your company may not have had access to before. However, there are […]

The best security system in the world can be hacked. It is a terrifying fact that cannot be avoided today. Facebook has been hacked, which we all remember. Governments around the world have been hacked (sadly). Individuals have been hacked. If a multi-billion dollar corporation and the world’s leaders can be impacted, anyone can. The […]

It’s a scary world out there. Desktop software, using software-as-a-service apps and mobile apps all have their points of vulnerability, and so do the underlying operating systems. You only have to look at the number of Windows updates and rapid iOS or Android app updates almost weekly to see that software bugs do exist, and […]

Smartphones have become a must-have commodity to every user in the present day. Moreover, with the increasing advancements in the smartphone industry, new malware attacks are also on the high. Malware and other viruses are known to be relentless for their attacks on phones; they will always cause you a series of damage. Of course, […]