Posts by SynchroNet Team
Understanding Malware Detection and Prevention
There was a time when cyber security for personal computers and workstations was mostly limited to installing a firewall along with a reliable and up-to-date antivirus application. This kind of approach, which is based on prevention, is largely insufficient nowadays. The cyber threat environment these days has become far too sophisticated for the firewall and…
Read MoreSynchroNet and Firewall Protection
A good firewall is the first defense against cyber intruders. In many cases, a firewall is all that’s necessary to keep your system safe because low-level intruders are simply searching for networks that are easy to breach. Most will move on to the next target on the list if your firewall resists. Firewalls block unauthorized…
Read MoreEveryday Tips To Prevent Being Hacked
The online world can be a dangerous place if you are not careful. There are cyber thieves that are just waiting to steal your information. Fortunately, the following security strategies will help you stay safe online. Change the Way That You View Looking at the Internet Many people do not think about all of the…
Read MoreCyber Security: Why “Getting Started” Matters
We can spend months reviewing the tools and upgrades we know we need for better cyber safety and security. However, knowledge about better practices doesn’t make anything safer. You have to dive in. Here’s how to jump in with SynchroNet: Start by downloading the 10 Things Planning Worksheet. Next, create a structure for managing your…
Read MoreWhat You Can Do To Prevent Hackers
You may be concerned about hacking. However, one of the keys to avoid hacking is to be proactive. One of the mistakes that people make is assuming that they can never be hacked. Anyone can be hacked, so it is important for you to take the following steps to improve cyber security. Scan Your Computer…
Read MoreProtection From Violations of the New York Shield Act
Under the New York Shield Act, your business may face severe fines that could quickly bury your company in debt. Can you afford fines that reach up to $250,000 for each violation? Most businesses don’t have the cash in their account to cover costs like this. You don’t have to pay ridiculous fines, however, because…
Read MoreIs My Business Exempt From The New York Shield Act?
The NY Shield ACT-No Exceptions Cybersecurity is a major issue with both small businesses and large businesses. That is why many states are doing things in order to help businesses safe. The governor of New York recently signed the Stop Hacks And Improve Data Security Act, which is also known as the SHIELD Act. This…
Read MoreTechnical Safeguards and the New York Shield Act
NY Shield Act-Technical Safeguards Under the New York Shield Act, the goal is to lower the risk that confidential information would fall into the hands of hackers. All businesses under this law must take appropriate security measures to guard sensitive customer information. Failure to comply can lead to crushing fines that can bankrupt your company.…
Read MorePhysical Safeguards and the New York Shield Act
When many people think about cybersecurity, they only think about the type of technology that they need to use. However, there are physical safeguards that you need to use in order to comply with the SHIELD act and keep information safe. The following is a list of physical safeguards that SynchroNet recommends that you use.Secure…
Read MoreSynchroNet Managed IT and the New York Shield Act
New York State passed the Stop Hacks and Improve Electronic Data Security Act in July 2019. The law aimed to bring all business owners up to a minimum in security standard, and those who violate this law will suffer the consequences. Companies that fail to meet the cybersecurity standards will face a civil penalty of…
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