What is proactive cybersecurity, and how do you implement it?

October 20th, 2021

To keep cyberthreats at bay, you need proactive cybersecurity solutions in your arsenal. They identify and contain threats before they wreak havoc on your systems and cause significant productivity and financial losses. Here’s all you need to know about proactive cybersecurity and how to implement it.

5 Tips to prevent VoIP downtime

October 15th, 2021

Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) telephony systems are more mobile, have greater functionality, and cost less than traditional landline phones. But like any type of IT, VoIP is vulnerable to disruptions caused by equipment failure, disasters, and cyberattacks.

Why Did Facebook Go Down Last Week and What Does It Mean For Your Business?

October 13th, 2021

Unless you live under a rock, you know that last week Facebook and Instagram went down for hours. The first question is what happened? The second question is how does Facebook and other social media websites going down affect your small business? 

If you do a little research on the issue, it appears Facebook was down due to what they call bad BGP routing and DNS issues.

Internet bandwidth requirements for remote workers

October 11th, 2021

Working from home is here to stay, and more businesses will continue to implement either a fully remote work policy or adopt a hybrid work model strategy. Some employees, however, may find it difficult to be as productive at home as they are at the office, especially if they don’t have sufficient internet bandwidth.

Helpful tips for keeping your email safe

October 4th, 2021

People rely on email to do a wide array of tasks. We use it to sign up for websites, apply for jobs, make payments, get in touch with friends and family, and many more. However, email is also commonly exploited by hackers to steal information or launch malware attacks.

What are the ownership costs of VoIP?

September 22nd, 2021

Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) systems are a cost-effective way to improve business communication, as they are billed at a standard monthly fee. But aside from the monthly bill, your VoIP system will also come with other costs of ownership that you should know about.