Cyberthreats are continuously evolving, as cybercriminals are constantly looking for ways to obtain, exploit, or withhold data. But by being up to date with the latest cyber risks, small- and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) can prioritize their efforts on protecting their organization against known and emerging threats.
The COVID-19 pandemic accelerated the digital transformation of businesses across sectors, including eCommerce. By adopting tools powered by artificial intelligence (AI), in particular, e-tailers were able to cope with the sudden spike in online sales during the height of the pandemic and even expand their businesses.
Ransomware is a type of malware that blocks access to files or systems until a ransom is paid. It can be spread through email, malicious websites, or file-sharing networks. It can also be clandestinely installed through exploits in software vulnerabilities.
Businesses across all industries need to invest in technology to remain competitive. But because not all technologies deliver on their promised benefits, it’s vital for business leaders and/or their IT partners to make sure that their technology investments are worth keeping.
Months before Windows 11’s official release date, conversations were already focused not just on the new operating system’s (OS) new features, but also on how its hardware requirements compared to its predecessor’s. Among the points raised was the compulsory Trusted Platform Module (TPM) 2.0 chip in Windows 11-supported devices — a marked upgrade from Windows 10’s TPM 1.2 requirement.
If there’s one thing that scammers are good at, it’s exploiting people’s vulnerabilities. And during the holidays, when everyone can be a bit distracted, there’s plenty of opportunities to do just that. So on top of keeping up with the hustle and bustle of the season, you should stay vigilant against cybersecurity attacks that malicious actors unleash during the holiday season.
Cybercriminals are always devising ways to attack both individuals and businesses inconspicuously. This helps them avoid detection, which buys them time to infiltrate a system and take hold of information they can leverage for a bigger attack. One way crooks do this is through distributed spam distraction (DSD) schemes.
The holiday season often brings not only festive spirits but also distractions and stress that make it difficult for your employees to focus on work. While keeping employee motivation and productivity up during the holidays can be a challenge for your Florida-based business, you can overcome it by doing the following.
A tidy workstation helps employees be more productive. Cleanliness also contributes to better employee health, safety, and office hardware maintenance. Keep your computers and mobile devices dirt- and dust-free with these tips.
Desktop monitors
You spend several hours looking at your computer monitor, so it's important to make sure it doesn't have any dust or smudges.
Many customer-facing businesses often experience a surge in customer calls during the holidays. It’s therefore important that your Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) phone systems are capable of handling the increased network demands and activity during one of the busiest times of the year.
