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Watering hole attack: What it is and how to protect against it

Watering hole attacks have become more common in recent years and pose a serious threat to organizations everywhere. Read on to learn more about what watering hole attacks and how your business can stay one step ahead of cybercriminals.
How watering hole attacks work
The term “watering hole” colloquially refers to a social gathering place where a particular group of people often go to.

How to make your computer last longer

Most tech experts will tell you that a PC should last for 3–5 years before it needs to be replaced. Of course, with the right amount of care and maintenance, you may be able to get a bit more use out of your machine. Here are some ways you can make your computer last longer.

HIPAA compliance guidelines for social media usage

Social media can be a powerful tool for healthcare organizations to spread awareness. But in using social media, these organizations must adhere to specific Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) compliance standards. In this blog post, we will discuss guidelines for HIPAA compliance regarding the use of social media.

7 PC energy-saving tips

Saving energy can be challenging when you use your PC every day. In fact, a desktop computer setup (i.e., one that includes loudspeakers and a printer) that is on for eight hours a day uses almost 600 kWh a year. Fortunately, following these PC usage tips can help you conserve electricity.

Here’s how to avoid security threats on the web

Malicious actors wait in the virtual shadows while you do internet searches, scroll through your social media feeds, or use company apps online. Just by browsing the web, your workers increase the risk of exposing sensitive and critical data, which is why everyone in your organization must learn how to avoid cyberthreats.

A guide to IT security terms everyone should know

You've probably heard the term "malware" thrown around a lot, but what does it actually mean? In this article, we will define malware and a few other commonly used terms in IT so you can better protect your business. Understanding these basic cybersecurity concepts doesn’t require deep IT expertise, so read on.

What to Know About Cybersecurity Insurance

As a managed IT services provider (MSP), we believe businesses should carry cyber-liability insurance. Insurance companies have offered cyber-liability policies for years but increased malicious activity (up 485% in 2021) has come with an increase in claims.