Concerns With .ZIP & .MOV Top Level Domains
Recently Google announced that they’re adding several new ‘top level domains’ to the list of available top level domain registry. This has led to some concerns from the security industry. Let’s talk about why security professionals are concerned and what your organization can do about it.
How Can My Company Become CMMC Compliant?
CMMC stands for Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification. CMMC requires buy-in from leadership and management, collaboration from all business leaders, and adoption from the overall staff.
3 Basic Steps to Better Cloud Security
Cloud services are convenient, great for remote working and packed with cool features. But how sure are you that your information and processes are secure? We want to tell you about 3 things you can do today to make sure your data’s secure.
What Should I Ask Before Signing Up With An IT Provider?
If you're a business owner looking to partner with an IT provider, there are a few important questions you need to ask before signing up. In this blog, we'll explore five crucial questions that will help you find the right IT partner for your business.
IT Nation Secure 2023 Recap
IT Nation Secure 2023 brought together cybersecurity pros, MSPs, and industry leaders in an awesome event that left attendees equipped with valuable knowledge. From engaging speakers to meaningful conversations, the conference was a success, offering a lot of insights protecting ourselves as MSPs, supporting clients' compliance journeys, and combating AI-driven threats. Let's delve into the highlights and takeaways from this exciting event.
Steps for Selecting a Reputable IT Provider
Are you a business owner or manager looking to select a reputable IT provider but not sure where to start? Well, you're not alone! In today's world, technology plays a crucial role in running a successful business. In this blog, we will discuss some key factors you should consider when selecting a reputable IT provider.
Should Your Company Have a Tabletop Exercise?
Let’s think about a scenario – hackers accessed your network and deployed ransomware. Or there was a crazy weather event and now your main location is non-functional. Is your team prepared if something were to happen? Do they know where those procedures are, what to do, what questions to ask.
What Options Are Available Aside From an MSP?
Remember an MSP is essentially an extension of your company, your partner, one that’s going to monitor and manage your entire IT environment on an ongoing basis. If that’s not what you’re looking for, there are plenty of other options for you before you hire your own internal IT.
When Do You Need Security Awareness Training?
Security awareness training is a critical component of any organization's security strategy. It involves training employees on common security risks and how to recognize and avoid them. This includes identifying phishing emails, scam calls, and text messages, as well as learning how to follow electronic funds transfer procedures and more!
Who Are the Best IT Outsourcing Companies in Northeast Ohio?
At Simplex-IT, our extensive experience and expertise in the IT industry, as well as our willingness to share our honest thoughts and feelings, many clients also inquire about our competitors in the region. We believe that informed customers are better equipped to make the right decisions for their business.
How Do I Keep My IT Practices Up To Date
Take time now to develop some standard IT Policies such as Upgrades, Acceptable Use, and/or Bring Your Own Device. This way you have repeatable processes for each annual assessment and employees are aware of your expectations.
6 Ways Using IT Creates Value for Your Organization
How can IT create value for your organization? This question is tougher than it sounds. The simple answer is “try running your organization without IT”. But that’s lazy. Here are 6 ways that IT can bring value to most organizations. Of course, your mileage may vary.
How Can I Prevent Choosing the Wrong MSP?
As technology continues to advance, businesses of all sizes rely on their IT to support their success. With this growing reliance on technology comes the need for expert IT support, leading many businesses to turn to IT Managed Service Providers (MSPs). However, not all MSPs are created equal, and choosing the wrong one can be a costly mistake.
Using the SLAM Method to Recognize Spam
Identify malicious emails using the SLAM method – Sender, Links, Attachments, and Message. One of the biggest elements of any scam is urgency. The goal of any scammer is to get you to respond quickly, without enough time to think through the problem or to consult someone else.
What Not To Do When You’ve Been Hacked
Ok, you got hacked, now what? Ok, first of all, got a cyber response plan? Use it. If you don't? Then if you have cyber insurance, contact your insurance people. If you're not sure, contact your IT support folks. But don't start "fixing the problem”.
Will My Unsupported Microsoft Exchange Still Work?
Does your organization have an unsupported version of Exchange (2013 or older), or you’re not keeping up with patching? If so, you might be looking at some problems delivering emails to MS 365 in the near future.
Welcome Zach!
Hello! My name is Zach and I’m incredibly excited to be a part of the Simplex team! I have been in the IT field for a little over 2 years now and look forward to working with all of our amazing clients! I have learned a lot so far during my time with Simplex
My Company is Infected With Malware…How Did it Happen?
We’ve all heard “Virus Alert” by Weird Al. Just me? Never mind. The important take away from the song is this: malware and other viruses can be scary. But how does it get from the attacker onto your computer, and from there, how does it spread through your company?
How Often Should My Data Be Backed Up?
Backing up data is a critical process for any business to ensure the continuity of its operations in the event of a disaster. The frequency of backups, however, depends on several factors that are unique to each organization.
What Does a Virtual CIO Do For an Organization?
A Virtual CIO (Chief Information Officer) is a third-party consultant who provides strategic IT guidance to organizations on a part-time or project basis. As the title suggests, a Virtual CIO performs many of the same functions as a traditional, in-house CIO, but without being a full-time employee.