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PII & U.S. Data Protection Laws: What Small Businesses Must Know
PII & U.S. Data Protection Laws: What Small Businesses Must Know Last week, we introduced the concept of Data Protection Laws—regulations designed to govern the secure handling of certain types of sensitive data. One of the most frequently regulated categories is Personally Identifiable Inf
Understanding Ransomware: What It Is and Why Your Business Is at Risk
Understanding Ransomware: What It Is and Why Your Business Is at Risk Cybercrime continues to rise—and ransomware attacks remain one of the most damaging threats to small and midsize businesses. While many companies invest in antivirus software and firewalls, they often overlook one
Identity Management Best Practices for 2025: Protecting Your Digital Presence
Identity Management Best Practices for 2025: Protecting Your Digital Presence The second Tuesday of April marks Identity Management Day, a reminder to strengthen our digital defenses and promote cybersecurity awareness. Whether you're an individual or a business, managing digital identities is
Why Human Error Is the Leading Cause of Cybersecurity Breaches in 2025
Why Human Error Is the Leading Cause of Cybersecurity Breaches in 2025 While investing in advanced security software and robust antivirus tools is essential, these measures alone cannot fully protect against cyber threats. Recent studies reveal that human error is a significant factor in cyber
Pay-As-You-Go Cloud Services: Smarter IT for Small Business
Pay-As-You-Go Cloud Services: Smarter IT for Small Business For many small and midsize businesses, managing IT infrastructure can be costly, time-consuming, and inefficient. That’s why cloud computing—especially with its pay-as-you-go model—has become a game-changer. Instead of investing
How Cloud Computing Helps Small Businesses Stay Resilient
How Cloud Computing Helps Small Businesses Stay Resilient Many small businesses are so focused on daily operations that they often overlook a critical question: what happens if a natural disaster or power outage suddenly cuts off access to their physical office or IT systems? What if your key
What Is the Internet of Things (IoT) and Why It Matters for Your Business
What Is the Internet of Things (IoT) and Why It Matters for Your Business The Internet of Things (IoT) is no longer a futuristic concept—it’s already part of everyday life and business operations. Whether you realize it or not, your home and workplace may already be using smart, connected
How Vendor Cybersecurity Risks Could Compromise Your Business
How Vendor Cybersecurity Risks Could Compromise Your Business You’ve trained your staff, implemented firewalls, enforced multi-factor authentication, and regularly update your systems—your business’s cybersecurity feels solid. But what about the people and businesses you work with? Are y