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Cybersecurity Basics: What Is Multi-Factor Authentication and Why Does It Matter?

Posted by Sarah Carroll on 6/13/25 7:23 PM

Before social media and the responsibility of maintaining multiple accounts, folks tended to keep their passwords written down on paper, stored in what they considered a safe place, or saved into their phone. These are dangerous cybersecurity risks being practiced and they need to be addressed promptly.
The problem is passwords are often weak, reused or exposed in personal data breaches that are out of your control. In the last decade, we have been introduced to Password Managers and following right after, Multi-Factor Authentications (MFA). Both provide thorough measures to protect users’ information and safety. As an effect, this shield has caused bad actors to get creative and find other tactics to infiltrate your systems.
We’re going to go over what MFA is and why it matters to implement for your small business and in personal life or really, anywhere it’s available!

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Tags: security protection, Monitoring, small business technology advice., cybersecurity, Privacy, security awareness training, cybersecurity training, managed IT services in Boston, Multi-Factor Authentication, MFA





Spring Cleaning for your Cybersecurity: 10 Things You're Probably Overlooking

Posted by Ann Westerheim on 4/29/25 4:25 PM

Just like your home needs a good spring cleaning, your technology and data need regular organization too. Cybersecurity best practices act like a home organization system for your digital life - keeping your accounts, passwords, and access permissions tidy, updated, and secure. This guide will show you proven methods in protecting your information while making sure your systems run smoothly using smart organization techniques. Learning the straightforward steps to defend yourself against current threats and build a more secure foundation for your business and personal data.  Cleaning out your closets this Spring?  Make sure you take care of your digital clutter as well!

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Tags: computer security, strong passwords, security protection, Cleaning your computer, data backup, cybersecurity, Privacy, cybersecurity training, General





"Deep Freeze" to Protect Your Shared Computers

Posted by Ann Westerheim on 1/18/11 9:54 AM

In this day and age of all sorts of computer viruses and threats, a big problem for businesses is what to do with systems used by multiple people.

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Tags: laptop, small business, computer, security protection





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