Midyear Reality Check: What’s Changed In Your Systems Since January?
What’s hard to keep track of is the trail those decisions leave behind, including who still has access to systems they no longer need, where your data ended up and who’s responsible for what.
A Happy Anniversary Capped Off by an Award!
I’m incredibly proud to share that Aligned Tek has been named the #33 Managed Service Provider in the world on the 2026 Channel Partners MSP 501 list.
2026 Winner – We made the MSP 501!
The MSP 501 isn’t simply a list of the largest IT companies. It’s one of the industry’s most respected rankings, recognizing managed service providers that…
Suspect Your Computer Has Been Hacked? Do These 5 Things Now!
The initial reaction when you suspect your computer or network has been compromised is to panic. However, if your network has been breached, what you do next can make the difference between the incident being a minor inconvenience and being a devastating disaster that brings legal trouble and huge fines and halts your ability to do business.
Pirates Aren’t Just Threats On The Open Seas
The misconception that cyber security is a concern reserved for larger entities couldn’t be further from the truth. In reality, the agility and often less fortified digital defenses of small businesses make you prime targets for these modern-day privateers.
How $43,000 Got Stolen From A Small Business In The Blink Of An Eye
Imagine receiving an e-mail so convincing, so utterly devoid of red flags, that you find yourself compelled to act. This isn’t a failure of judgment; it’s a testament to the sophistication of modern cyber threats.
Building Stronger Passwords: Expert Tips for Cybersecurity
The suggested ‘rule’ used to be to change your password every three months. With advanced tools like password managers and data encryption, experts now say the type of password you use is more important than how often you create a new one. We’re sharing up-to-date advice on how to create a strong password that will keep your account secure and hackers guessing.
New Security Features to Protect Your Phone in 2024
Long gone are the days when phones were simple devices used to make calls. Today our phones are advanced, handheld supercomputers that can do everything from pay a bill to order lunch for delivery to edit videos and more. But with more capabilities come more risks. Because our phones are computers and connected to the Internet, they are susceptible to the same security risks that any other computer would be.
5 New Cybersecurity Threats You Need To Be Very Prepared For
It truly is becoming a situation where the question is no longer IF your organization will be hacked, but WHEN. The Hiscox Cyber Readiness report recently revealed that 53% of all businesses suffered at least ONE cyber-attack over the last 12 months with 21% stating the attack was enough to threaten the viability of their business.
Beware of Cybersquatting!
Have you ever searched for a specific website but landed on a completely different one after misspelling a letter or two in the URL? This deceptive tactic is known as cybersquatting. This practice not only jeopardizes the online presence of businesses and individuals but also poses a significant challenge in the ever-evolving landscape of cyber security. The scariest part is that you can be a victim of a cybersquatted domain and not even realize it.