Data

How to Keep Companies from Collecting Too Much Data

How to Keep Companies from Collecting Too Much Data

Just about all companies collect data, including many you work with. Your business too collects data from customers to aid in its operations. In terms of your own privacy, though, you should take certain measures to protect your personal data. Here are some of the ways you can combat the predatory practices of advertisers and cybercriminals alike. (more…)

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You Need Cybersecurity, Starting with Antivirus

You Need Cybersecurity, Starting with Antivirus

  • By Rafiq Masri
  • March 28, 2025
  • Security

Antivirus software is one of those things we all know we need, but have you ever stopped to think about how it actually works? Understanding the basics can help you appreciate why keeping it updated is so important. Today, we took a look at antivirus software. (more…)

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Businesses Need to Focus on Protecting Customer Data

Businesses Need to Focus on Protecting Customer Data

Cybersecurity is a major issue for every for-profit, non-profit, and individual out there. There are near-constant threats coming at you every day, and if you don’t take this particular threat seriously, you will likely have a tough go of it if you want to use the Internet or online resources. The fact is that people absolutely need to be sure...

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What You Should Know About Social Media Scams (According to the Big Banks)

What You Should Know About Social Media Scams (According to the Big Banks)

Social media might connect people unlike any tool previously seen, but it’s not all sunshine and daisies. After all, this same revolution in communication has brought about one of the largest ways to scam unsuspecting users. Today, we want to take a look at how these social media scams work and what you can do to keep yourself safe. (more…)

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What Makes a Backup Strategy Reliable?

What Makes a Backup Strategy Reliable?

Business continuity is a critical element of any organization’s preparations for the future, including how comprehensive the backup is designed to be. Let’s discuss the steps that businesses—especially small ones—need to take to ensure their data is protected. (more…)

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Increase the Safety of Your Data with BDR

Increase the Safety of Your Data with BDR

Ensuring the safety and security of digital data is a key component to sustaining a smooth functioning business. In light of the increasing reliance on digital information, the implementation of robust Data Backup and Disaster Recovery strategies have become more important than ever. This month, we aim to discuss key components of an effective disaster recovery strategy, emphasizing the importance...

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A Cybersecurity Carol

A Cybersecurity Carol

Every year around this time, some particular stories are often told as part of ongoing family tradition. We like to take some time and share some holiday stories of our own, slipping in our own lessons that mainly apply to the businesses we work with and amongst. What follows is one of these tales. (more…)

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Think You Own Your Social Media Accounts? Think Again

Think You Own Your Social Media Accounts? Think Again

It’s fun to be critical of social media, but there’s no denying the massive influence it has on individuals, societies, businesses, and even the political landscape. Since social media plays such a big part in so many areas of your digital life, it’s important to know how it all factors into your personal rights and privacy. Today, we want to...

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One Way to Boost Your Data Security: User Permissions

One Way to Boost Your Data Security: User Permissions

  • By Rafiq Masri
  • December 4, 2024
  • Security

When it comes to data access, there’s no good reason for everyone in your business to have access to all the files. There’s just too many risks involved, and you’re not about to make risk management the central part of your job duties. Therefore, it makes sense to limit who has access to what data based on their user role....

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The Basics of Business Data Backups

The Basics of Business Data Backups

For your business to achieve true business continuity—meaning you can maintain your operations regardless of disasters or issues—a data backup is a critical element of your preparations. As such, it is critical that your backup is designed to be as comprehensive and reliable as possible. (more…)

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