Data is a major asset for almost any business. Losing all your records could sink you permanently– or at least disrupt your functioning for days, weeks or months. All businesses need a plan for recovery after a crisis, and data backup should be at its heart. Don’t be...
We talk about cybercrime a lot. That’s because it’s rampant. Every day, people fall for scams and are victims of hackers. This is an issue for all businesses, who increasingly rely on computing and digital resources to function effectively. A data breach or ransomware...
There are all sorts of ways to communicate with work colleagues these days, including instant messaging, text messaging and more. Though the field has broadened, email still plays an important role in business communications. Hackers know this and email is one – but...
Small businesses don’t want to just hang in there. They want to be successful and grow their profits. Budgets can be tight for smaller companies but you can be too frugal. Skimping on spending is a false economy when it holds you back. This is especially true in...
Passwords are vital for protecting your accounts and data. You know that already, right? But it can’t be repeated often enough. Having passwords is one thing. Using them effectively is another. Let’s look at some password hygiene best practices, and how to create and...