Data Protection

The Dark Web: What is it and why should you care?

by Bob Martin | Jul 18, 2019 | Cyber Security, Data Backup, Data Protection, Data Recovery, Data Security, Disaster Recovery, IT security, Malware, Network Security, phishing

When you hear about the Dark Web, you may think the very idea is based on fiction, innuendo and fear-mongering. After all, how could it be so bad? It’s as though the boogeyman joined forces with the worst cyber stalker and decided to let loose their evil...

Learn How to Prevent Phishing by Spotting It [An Infographic]

by Bob Martin | Apr 24, 2019 | Antivirus, Cyber Security, Data Backup, Data Protection, Data Security, Disaster Recovery, IT security

It’s time to get serious about thwarting phishing attempts. While these attacks are increasing in frequency, we can decrease their success rate with just an ounce of prevention. It doesn’t matter how new the approach is, the trick is the same....

Holiday Travel Tip for Workers on the Go: Protect Your Data

by Bob Martin | Dec 12, 2017 | Cyber Security, Data Backup, Data Protection, Data Recovery, Data Security, IT security, Network Security

Whether you’re traveling for business or pleasure, it’s likely you’re logging in for work while on the move. Whether it’s on your smartphone or laptop, you need to be extra cautious with your internet access during the holidays. Hackers know...

5 Principles of Protection for Your SMB

by Bob Martin | Jul 11, 2017 | Cyber Security, Data Backup, Data Protection, Data Security, IT security, Network Security

Small to Mid-Sized Businesses (SMBs) are natural targets for the criminally minded. SMBs have limited resources and are more likely to have gaps in their security because there just aren’t enough funds to spread around. The flip side of that issue, though, is...

The Single Most Effective Deterrent to Ransomware

by Bob Martin | Jun 27, 2017 | Antivirus, Data Backup, Data Protection, Data Recovery, Data Security, ransomware

Are you tired of hearing the warning bells about ransomware yet? It’s in the headlines everyday, it seems. But, this isn’t just some internet hoax or overinflated issue gabbed about for the sake of news. It’s a legitimate and growing problem that is...

FBI Urges Businesses to Be Vigilant Against Cyber Threats

by Bob Martin | Jun 22, 2017 | Cyber Security, Data Backup, Data Protection, Data Security, phishing, ransomware

Ransomware and cybersecurity are big news right now, and not without cause. There have been several major breaches in the last few months that have set everyone on edge, and there’s zero likelihood we’ve seen the worst of it. In response, major agencies...