Data backup and disaster recovery are often mentioned in the same conversation, but they are not the same thing. Both are important in regards to protecting your data and your business, however, so keep reading to learn more about what data backup and disaster recovery are, as well as the difference between the two. What … Continued
There’s no doubt that the future of managed IT services has been altered due to the effects of COVID-19. With day-to-day uncertainty and the rise in remote work opportunities, is your company prepared to move safely and securely into the new era of business and technology? Our team of experts is here to help you … Continued
If you are a small business owner, statistics show that sooner or later you will experience some sort of data breach. Unfortunately, 60% of small businesses close their doors for good within six months of experiencing a breach. This doesn’t have to be the case for your business. The experts at EQ have put together … Continued
How strong are your passwords? Chances are they aren’t as secure as you think, especially if you use the same password for multiple sites or accounts. Keep reading, and we will explain why it’s important to use different passwords and how it adds a layer of protection to your personal and business accounts. Why your … Continued
Privacy is becoming increasingly important as more businesses move online. Last year, the European Union’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) went into effect, but it’s not only European businesses that need to comply with this regulation. U.S. companies need to pay attention to GDPR as well, especially if your business website gets traffic from European … Continued
It’s easy to understand why small- and medium-sized businesses might think that they’re at less of a risk for a cyber attack than larger businesses. Big companies have more private data and more information that could be appealing to hackers. Unfortunately, the truth is that any business, regardless of size, could be affected by a … Continued
What are two words that no small- to medium-sized business (or any size business, really) wants to hear? Data breach. Data breaches can be detrimental to SMBs, and these cyber attacks have been on the rise. Research found that 43% of small businesses are the target of cyber attacks, and 60% of SMBs go out … Continued
Creating a culture of cybersecurity at work is more important than ever these days. Since so much business is conducted online and over wifi networks, having protection in place keeps your company’s data and proprietary information secure. That’s why two-factor authentication (2FA) is becoming more of a requirement. What is Two-Factor Authentication? Two-factor authentication is … Continued
