Posts Tagged ‘Security’
6 Easy Ideas for Better Cyber Security
Cyber attacks against all businesses are continually increasing in number and frequency; small businesses would be naïve to believe they are safely tucked away from exposure in this area. In fact, data from Symantec’s 2016 Internet Security Threat Report showed that 43% of all cyber attacks were on small businesses in 2015. According to IBM,…
Read MoreTop Threats to Your App Security
In the world of software design, security is becoming an increasingly important concern during development. Applications have become more accessible over different networks and as a result, are more vulnerable to a wide variety of threats. Click here to read more on mobile security. Many applications are fundamentally flawed, making it possible for hackers to…
Read MoreWhy B2B Small Businesses Need to Take Cybersecurity Seriously
Over the last few years, cyber-attacks against every kind of organization, from large corporations to political parties, have increased. Small businesses face the same threats as other organizations. Media stories tend to focus on high-profile consumer brands (B2C companies) due to the number of people affected, like the 500 million Yahoo accounts hacked in 2014.…
Read MoreCyber Attacks are on the Rise for Small Businesses
Cyber security is something that small businesses should take seriously. Many small businesses tend to neglect cyber security because they typically do not think that they are a target for hackers. However, the number of cyber attacks made on small business entities has been on the rise for the past five years. A whopping 43%…
Read MoreHow to Choose the Correct Safe for Your Business
More than ever, security now remains a top consideration for any small business. Installing quality locks and alarms is only part of the solution. Most businesses will also need to consider investing in a safe to protect valuables on-site. Safes not only provide a safeguard against theft but also against fire. If you’re in the…
Read More5 Legal Threats to Your Small Business
A small business owner faces plenty of challenges each day, and some of those challenges could land the owner in a court of law. When you can identify the most significant legal threats that face your small business, then you can take the necessary steps to protect yourself, your assets, and your livelihood. Liability Issues…
Read MoreReasons to Closely Evaluate the Cost of Your Web Hosting Provider
In April 2015, there were 15,225 businesses offering Internet hosting services within the United States. Over a year later, that number has only increased. With a range of options that large, it is difficult to assess which provider offers the best package for your small business. In fact, in a recent survey, 42 percent of…
Read MoreVoIP Technology: Security Risks and How to Combat Them
Voice over IP or VoIP technology is rapidly being adopted by enterprises, consumers, and governments as it offers a higher degree of flexibility and more features than traditional telephony infrastructures, as well as the potential for reduced cost through equipment unification and—for the consumers—new business models. However, VoIP systems also demonstrate a higher degree of complexity with…
Read More6 Simple Ways to Prevent Hacking While on Public Wi-Fi
Public, free wireless networks are a symbol of the Internet’s power. The freedom of free internet spreads knowledge and information everywhere without any cost. But it doesn’t mean that you are protected at all times on a public wireless network. It’s easy to steal someone’s username and password and to see what they’re doing on…
Read MoreKey Techniques to Prevent Inventory Loss and Shrinkage: Part 2
In Part 1 of our series, we discussed the first three of seven ways to protect your inventory from theft. In this second part, we look at four more techniques that you can implement in your physical store or warehouse, in order to cut down on inventory loss caused by theft or shrinkage. 4. Implement…
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