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Why Schools Need to Prioritize Cybersecurity

Cybersecurity threats have become a key concern in many sectors, especially in education and learning institutes. The increased inter-connectivity of school systems and networks has led to increased efficiencies but has also inadvertently opened avenues for information security attacks. Moreover, the lack of trained IT staff in cybersecurity strategies has increased the risk of these attacks. As school resumes, it is essential to tighten security measures since the education sector is especially vulnerable to attacks [...]

By OIT|2023-10-10T17:40:40+00:00August 25th, 2022|Education, OIT|0 Comments

Network Security Limitations You Need to Know About

How well-protected do you think your company’s network is? As effective as you may believe it to be, it’s probably not as safe as you’d like, given the wide range of sophisticated attacks and vulnerabilities in existence. Small business networks, whether based on an in-house infrastructure or existing entirely in the cloud, are more complex than ever before. The Internet of Things contains so many devices that can communicate with each other and exchange sensitive [...]

By momadmin|2023-10-10T17:44:27+00:00August 1st, 2022|OIT|0 Comments

Are You Taking Cybersecurity Seriously? If Not, You Should Be. Here’s Why.

An ongoing study conducted by the Fuqua School of Business at Duke University has been tracking the effects of cybercrime on businesses for over 19 years. Their most recent report found that 80 percent of all businesses have been successfully hacked to steal or alter data or to make company secrets public. The Duke study found that 60 percent of businesses with more than 1,000 employees have been through at least one cyberattack. Meanwhile, 85 percent of [...]

By momadmin|2024-06-21T20:01:03+00:00July 29th, 2022|IT solutions, OIT|0 Comments

Can Your Team Spot the Signs of a Cyberattack?

As an organization, a data breach can be a tremendously damaging incident. Even though cybersecurity tools can be extremely helpful in intercepting cyberattacks, hackers may still find a way to infiltrate them. For this reason, it is wise for every employee, including senior management, to know the warning signs of a cyberattack. Below is a list of the most common ones to keep in your sight. Unexpected File Changes A hacker will always try to [...]

By OIT|2023-10-10T17:57:29+00:00July 22nd, 2022|cyber attack, OIT|0 Comments

Technology Planning Tips for Success

While the benefits of technology are pretty limitless, deciding how to use it effectively across an entire company involves planning. It's not just about deciding which laptops employees should use or how to promote a product via a social media platform. Technology planning is a vital component of a company's overall business plan. It should be discussed, budgeted for, implemented, and analyzed just as meticulously and often as, say, a marketing plan or staffing plan. What [...]

By momadmin|2023-10-10T17:59:12+00:00July 15th, 2022|OIT, Technology|0 Comments

5 Tips to Keep Your Information Private Online

Safeguarding login credentials, financials, and other sensitive information has long been a key priority for organizations. Sound practices are key when you want to shield such sensitive information from internal and external threats. As a tech-savvy individual or entity, you need to adequately protect your IT infrastructure from hackers, malware, and other malicious actors. Best cyber practices play an instrumental role in this equation. Do you need to keep your personal or business information private [...]

By OIT|2023-10-10T18:01:57+00:00June 24th, 2022|Data security, OIT|0 Comments

Managed IT Services: Common Terms to Expect in Your Next Agreement

Have you been shopping around for Managed IT Services, but are daunted and confused by the terms and conditions of their agreements? Don't worry; we’ve scrolled through many of them and can furnish you with the basics of what the terms mean. What's Included In Managed IT Services? Before we jump into the terms, here’s a quick insight into Managed IT Services. For starters, they’re just as diverse as the businesses they support. There's a [...]

By EOSEO|2023-10-10T18:08:28+00:00June 1st, 2022|managed it services, OIT|0 Comments

5 Ways to Protect Your Business from Cybercrime

Many small to medium-sized businesses (SMBs) believe that cybersecurity is an issue that doesn't affect them, and most feel their budget can be better allocated elsewhere. However, the facts show that 43% of cyberattacks target these businesses precisely because criminals know that they are often vulnerable. If you run a small or medium-sized business, it's time to make cybersecurity a priority! Thankfully, there are things you can do right now to protect your business, even [...]

By OIT|2023-10-10T18:11:59+00:00May 29th, 2022|IT best practices, OIT, Security|0 Comments

9 Security Weaknesses Every Business Needs to Address

No one wants to experience a data breach, but the simple fact is it happens regularly to businesses of all sizes, across all industries. A data breach can not only cost you money, but it can also damage your reputation and shake your customers’ trust. 9 Data Security Weaknesses to Take Seriously Several factors can increase your exposure leaving your business vulnerable. It’s important to be aware of these 9 security weaknesses and take the appropriate actions to [...]

By Karen Morgan|2023-10-10T18:15:52+00:00May 26th, 2022|information security, OIT|0 Comments

Tips to Reduce IT Costs

What do competent IT services cost your Ohio business? It could be more than you’d expect. In day-to-day operations, your company probably uses a combination of computers, multifunction printers, phones, data backup, cloud storage, and more. All of the devices and software in this complex, ever-shifting network will need IT services at some point. It could be as simple as installing the latest security patch or as complex as migrating information to a new operating [...]

By EOSEO|2023-10-10T18:18:57+00:00May 25th, 2022|IT cost, OIT|0 Comments