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Plain-language security and IT news for Gulf Coast businesses. What happened, whether it affects you, and what to do about it.

Navigating the Recent CrowdStrike IT Outages: How Southwest Florida IT Is Here to Support You

FIX: Original Post: Today, the tech world is experiencing significant IT system outages, which are attributed to CrowdStrike. This incident has disrupted various industries,...

Andres Freund and the Silent Guardians of the Internet

For all its seamless functionality, the internet is a complex and ever-evolving beast. Behind the scenes, countless heroes toil away, maintaining the digital infrastructure....

Written Information Security Program (WISP) – What is it? Do I need it?

Massachusetts data security regulations went into effect in 2010 requiring every company that owns or licenses “personal information” about Massachusetts residents to develop, implement,...

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Windows Update KB5009543, KB5009566 breaks L2TP VPN connections (Update)

Microsoft has released emergency out-of-band (OOB) updates for Windows to address multiple issues caused by security updates issued as part of the January 2021...

Microsoft 365 Defender Can Shield Your Company From Phishing Emails

Say goodbye to becoming a victim of phishing! Microsoft 365 Defender is a fantastic option to keep your business’s system safe from phishing scams....

8 Best Practices for Vetting Cybersecurity Vendors

An effective way to bolster your business’s data security is to work with a Managed Service Provider (MSP) or I.T. Service Provider (ITSP). They...

6 Quick Security Tips To Keep Your Business Safe

Every employee shares one inescapable flaw that is putting your business at risk....

Could Your Backups Survive A Ransomware Attack?

Could Your Backups Survive A Ransomware Attack?...

Get Your IT Ready for Holiday Shopping

Black Friday, and the big “doorbuster” sales are moving online. With the busiest shopping period of the year going virtual, there’s going to be...

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