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Small Business Network Design & Infrastructure Basics When you run a small business, budgeting is typically tight, so creating an effective, available network may seem intimidating. However, you don’t need the same (often expensive) equipment and advanced setup that larger businesses require. There are plenty of ways to design a useful, reliable, efficient small business […]

IT Infrastructure Basics for Small Businesses You had a great small business idea, came up with a plan, acquired a space, and now you’re ready to set up your IT infrastructure. If you’re not an IT professional, this may be a daunting task. There are many different aspects of IT infrastructure that you need to […]

What Should IT Security Awareness Training Cover? The Basics of Cyber Attacks In our last article, we discussed the need for computer security awareness training for employees. In this article, we are taking a look at the topics that a good IT security awareness training program should cover. There are a variety of threats facing […]

The Importance & Benefits of IT Security Awareness Training for Employees: Part 1 You can follow all of the business data security tips in the book, but if your employees aren’t aware of security best practices, your company is still at risk for severe compromises. Three of the biggest risks to data network security are […]

Cloud Disaster Recovery Explained When you run a business, you can’t afford downtime, and you definitely can’t afford to lose gigabytes of company and client data. While there are many benefits to cloud computing for business, the cloud can play an integral part in your disaster recovery plan. Cloud disaster recovery is an excellent way […]

Sound Masking Systems for Medical Offices, Hospitals, and Other Healthcare Facilities Whether you run a hospital, doctor’s office, surgical center, wellness clinic, or any other type of medical facility, you know that the confidentiality of your patients’ personal and medical information is crucial to remaining HIPAA compliant. So, if you have already established a relationship […]

Commercial Satellite Internet Services for Business: Pros, Cons, and What You Should Know Before Choosing a Provider When you run a business in this modern age, your internet service can make or break your customer satisfaction ratings and even your ability to run your company at all. That’s why determining what type of internet service […]

Banks and financial offices are treasure troves of personal identifying information that thieves would love to get their hands on. Often, these types of facilities feature open floor plans with very little architecture to absorb or disrupt sound waves, which could create vulnerability as clients divulge critical identifying information to their trusted bankers and financial […]

The safety of our children is paramount. Designing a school security system is a delicate balance of maintaining a free, open, welcoming, creative, and educational atmosphere while still offering a secure location for kids to learn and ease parents’ worries. If your school needs a new or upgraded security system to preserve the safety of […]