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May252018

Cybersecurity Tips for Accounting Firms

Computer Security, Data Breach, Data Security, IT Managed Services, SecurityBy mdltechadmin May 25, 2018

Accounting firms are ethically and legally obligated to keep their clients’ information and data protected. Due to a recent increase in cyber attacks, accounting firms need to be prepared to defend their valuable information against sophisticated breaches. According to Accounting Today, there are many preventative measures that can be taken by accounting firms, but three actions in particular help create a sufficient plan against major cyber attacks. Beyond implementing data protection software, knowing how to use the software properly is necessary to ensure utmost protection. Educate Employees The first step to any problem is acknowledging the situation. It is important for large accounting firms that employ thousands of employees…

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May212018

Eliminate the Stress of Disaster Recovery with Off-Site Backup

UncategorizedBy mdltechadmin May 21, 2018

Off-site backup options have proven to be successful among businesses when it comes to disaster recovery. Disaster recovery is the use of tools and outlined procedures that initiate the recovery of an organization’s technology infrastructure. This typically occurs after an error disables the system or a human-induced attack is implemented on a system. By using off-site backup systems, organizations can eliminate the stress of disaster recovery. Reliability An off-site backup system is completely automated, which means that information is updated daily. Since these backups occur via the Internet, files can be stored and retrieved from multiple locations, according to Claremont Patch. If an IT disaster were to occur, important…

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May142018

What You Should Know About Hybrid Cloud Computing

Backup Management, Cloud Computing, Computer Security, Cyber Security, Data BreachBy mdltechadmin May 14, 2018

Cloud-based data centers have created many opportunities for organizations to store important information with privacy and security. These systems have granted companies the resources necessary to maximize their productivity. As cloud computing has advanced, the hybrid cloud has become a prominent strategy among organizations. According to Tech Target, the hybrid cloud is a cloud computing environment that uses a mix of on-premises, private cloud and third-party public cloud services with orchestration between the two platforms. This form of cloud computing is the future of information management. How is it Deployed? There are many different ways in which a hybrid cloud system can be implemented. For example, two cloud providers…

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May82018

How Preventative Managed Services Maintenance Reduces Costs and Breakdowns

Managed ServiceBy mdltechadmin May 8, 2018

Proactive maintenance is an important part of a productive IT infrastructure. By scheduling regular check-ups for the network and hardware, companies can prevent major catastrophes that hinder their productivity. Preventing malfunctions within your network is noted to reduce maintenance costs in the long term and decrease downtime due to technical difficulties. Just like repairs, field maintenance and tech support, preventative maintenance is an important piece of IT infrastructure that is often overlooked. Minimizes Surprises Checking networks and IT systems regularly catches problems before they arise. This can help keep the network secure from unauthorized actions and detect a potential breach before it happens. This also makes patch work on networks…

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May12018

Why Virtual Desktops are the Perfect Solution for a Unified Network

Cloud Computing, IT Managed Services, Network Monitering, Tech Tips, Virtual DesktopBy mdltechadmin May 1, 2018

Virtual desktops can be used to unify businesses by allowing all users to log in to any computer and be able to access all applications from any location. This creates a safer network because no data is being stored or saved locally. Virtual desktops can offer greater security while making business more productive and efficient by creating a cohesive network. Connects Users Cloud technology ensures all users can log onto their desktop from any location. Many employees are inconvenienced by the necessity to sit at the same desktop all day in order to access their data. By using a virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI), all employees can log into their…

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Apr242018

Why Network Performance Monitoring Helps Businesses Run More Efficiently

Data Security, Disaster Recovery, IT Managed Services, UncategorizedBy mdltechadmin April 24, 2018

The market of network performance monitoring and diagnostics (NPMD) has seen extraordinary growth since 2017. The use of network monitoring is the modern way to manage the efficiency of a company’s network. With this technology, organizations can extract valuable data from their network and utilize it for business insight. According to a Gartner report, the NPMD market was valued at $2.1 billion with a compound annual growth rate of 15.9 percent. Needless to say, the potential business opportunities that come with using network monitoring are vastly rewarding. Data Management The information sitting within corporate network systems can hold untouched, valuable data for the company. With network monitoring, organizations are…

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Apr172018

How Adapting to New Technology Minimizes Risks for Your Business

Cyber Security, Data Breach, Data Security, Disaster Recovery, IT Managed Services, Network MoniteringBy mdltechadmin April 17, 2018

As cybersecurity has become a top priority for organizations, it’s essential to adapt to innovative technology in order to prevent a potential cyber attack. Companies that actively pursue innovative ways to defend themselves against cyber criminals and data breaches prove that adapting to the modernization of technology could play a vital role in protecting valuable company information. When it comes to cybersecurity, the only constant is the ability of cyber criminals to innovate faster than companies are able to defend themselves, according to CSO. Confidence Organizations that continuously adapt to new technology are more confident in their cyber security policies. Your being comfortable and knowledgeable about a potential data breach,…

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Apr102018

Why Business Size Doesn’t Matter When It Comes to Cyber Attacks

Cyber SecurityBy mdltechadmin April 10, 2018

Large organizations used to be the main targets hackers due to the massive volumes of sensitive financial and customer data they possessed. As cyber attacks become more advanced, attackers are starting to feed into the valuable data that’s held by smaller businesses. A recent Cyber Security Breaches Survey, conducted by the U.S. Department for Culture Media & Sport, reported that 45 percent of micro/small companies have experienced a breach in their system and 66 percent of medium/large businesses have suffered attacks as well. This information warns small business leaders to be prepared against a breach and to protect their customer’s data. Public awareness of cyber attacks has helped the battle…

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Apr22018

Why Your Business Needs 24/7 Network Monitoring

Network MoniteringBy mdltechadmin April 2, 2018

Network monitoring is crucial for every business, no matter the industry. In fact, 24/7 network monitoring ensures your computer network is always up and running by checking for slow or failing systems. If any issues arise, the system will alert the network administrator. This constant monitoring can help save money, time and potentially catastrophic data loss. Here are some of the reasons why every business needs 24/7 network monitoring: Security One of the main benefits of 24/7 network monitoring is ensuring that your files and data are secure. Any issues in the network will be detected beforehand. Network monitoring is perhaps the most proactive way to deal with problems…

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Mar262018

Why Organizations are Switching to the Hybrid Cloud

Cloud ComputingBy mdltechadmin March 26, 2018

Many businesses today are making the switch from the public cloud into the era of the hybrid cloud, which combines the public cloud, private cloud and traditional IT. This gives businesses the ability to use the cloud while holding onto their legacy systems. These organizations are implementing a hybrid cloud strategy because it is helping them improve the way they run their business and deliver new services to customers, according to Tech Native. Here are some of the top reasons organizations are migrating to the hybrid cloud: Security A Hybrid IT approach helps address the needs of customers who required not only fast and flexible development options that cloud-based solutions…

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