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Six Reasons Your Slow Computers are Costing Your Business More Than You Think

by Dan Polk | November 18, 2024 | FAQ, Guide | 0 Comments

I understand the reluctance to purchase new computers every 5 years. It can seem like a hefty expense for something that isn’t broken. However, there’s a reason that larger businesses have a strict 4-5 year replacement timeline on computers. They understand that the...

The True Cost of Old Computers in Your Office

by Dan Polk | November 4, 2024 | Essentials, Executive, Guide | 0 Comments

By Dan Polk Let’s be real: keeping the computer hardware for your entire staff up to date is a pain. It’s expensive and usually time-consuming, and even when the hardware swaps go well, there’s always a little bit of lost productivity as users wait for the new device...

Common Sense Cybersecurity

by Dan Polk | October 28, 2024 | cybersecurity, Guide | 0 Comments

It’s true: even businesses that have impressive cybersecurity practices in place get breached. However, it is SIGNIFICANTLY less likely. Most breaches come from businesses that are missing common sense cybersecurity. It's easy to blame the IT company for this. "I...

How Does Penetration Testing Work?

by Dan Polk | Mar 18, 2024 | Executive, FAQ, Pentration Testing

By: Dan Polk Small and medium businesses often operate under the misconception that they're too small to be targeted by cybercriminals. However, the reality is quite the opposite. With limited resources and often less stringent security protocols, SMBs are attractive...

Software Benefits of Application Whitelisting

by Dan Polk | Mar 13, 2024 | Application Whitelisting, Essentials, Guide

By: Dan Polk Understanding and controlling your software assets is non-negotiable. Application whitelisting emerges as a critical strategy, offering unparalleled insight and command over your software catalog. This concise guide highlights how application whitelisting...

What is Penetration Testing?

by Dan Polk | Mar 11, 2024 | Essentials, Executive, Pentration Testing

By: Dan Polk Penetration Testing for Your Business: Understanding the Basics In today's digital landscape, cybersecurity is a top concern for businesses of all sizes. With the ever-present threat of cyber attacks looming, it's essential for organizations to take...

Zero-Day Attacks From A Business Perspective

by Dan Polk | Mar 6, 2024 | Essentials, Executive, Guide, Zero-Day Attacks

By: Dan Polk Zero-day attacks represent a critical threat to businesses, occurring when vulnerabilities in software, devices, or networks are exploited by cybercriminals before the developers are even aware of the issue. These vulnerabilities, known as zero-day...

Why Penetration Testing is Crucial for Your Business’s Cybersecurity

by Dan Polk | Mar 4, 2024 | cybersecurity, Executive, Pentration Testing

By Dan Polk Why Penetration Testing is Crucial for Your Business's Cybersecurity In the rapidly evolving digital world, the security of your business's information and systems is paramount. As cyber threats become more sophisticated, traditional security measures...

Three Cyber Security Essentials for Small Business

by Dan Polk | Feb 26, 2024 | cybersecurity, Essentials, Executive

By: Dan Polk Most organizations make cybersecurity overly complicated because “you should do it either way.” This is not a valid argument. Business owners have tons of “have to” being thrown at them every day. It’s extremely difficult to cut through the fluff and...

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