Security
Why Infrastructure Matters For You Hybrid Workforce
Remote work offers a lengthy list of benefits for many companies. There is the increased flexibility of your team being able to work wherever, whenever possible, plus the potential for decreased overhead if you decide to forego office space altogether. However, it comes at the cost of increased demands on your IT network. When…
Read MoreAvoiding online scams amidst coronavirus uncertainty
Avoiding Coronavirus scams Online scammers are on the offensive. As coronavirus spreads cybercriminals are finding ways to take advantage of unsuspecting users. Several schemes have emerged amid this health crisis that we should all be wary of. Some are easy to spot. We’ve all seen the new ‘snake oil’ products that are phony cures. But there are also more sophisticated ploys, such as apps claiming to be informational, but once downloaded…
Read MoreWhat is Multi-Factor Authentication
Mankind has been using passwords for centuries for controlling access to protected locations and information. Just visualize the sentry standing at their post directed to stop any unknown enemy. Since the onset of computer systems and PC’s passwords have been promoted to protecting our personal and business data. Over the years, passwords and password encryption…
Read MoreReeling in your remote workers
Keeping track of all of your technology can be a big task. If you have a lot of remote workers, be it people who work from home, workers out in the field and on the road, or sales people who travel a lot visiting clients, it becomes even more overwhelming. But losing track of a…
Read MoreProtecting your data with policy
One of the biggest pieces of keeping your data secure begins not with complicated technology, but with simple communication. Your first line of defense is drawn by training your employees. That’s why in honor of Cyber Security Month we’re talking about establishing your company’s data policy. What does policy have to do with keeping your…
Read MoreSpotting a Spoof: The ultimate guide to catching spoof emails
Most businesses today recognize the dangers of phishing scams: from stealing passwords to spreading malware, threats to your business security are everywhere, and no matter how thorough your business is in setting up multiple lines of defense, email will be your Achilles Heel. NW Technology has the tools to help guide you in making smarter…
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